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Neck Wound on Box Turtle Treated with Laser Therapy

Written by Case Studies | Jul 23, 2023 2:45:00 PM

Author(s): University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine

Signalment 

Adult box turtle (Terrapine Carolina)

History   

Unknown trauma; presented with wound to right neck/shoulder region

Laser Treatment Details  

1W for total dosage of 39 joules

Frequency of Treatment   

Every other day for eight days (four total treatments)

 

Presentation

Box Turtle Neck Wound Before Laser Therapy Treatment

 

Day 8 (after four laser therapy treatments)

Box Turtle Neck Wound After Laser Therapy Treatment