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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

 

Day 8 (after four laser therapy treatments)