About Laser Therapy

What is Laser or Light Therapy?

Laser therapy or "photobiomodulation" is the use of specific wavelengths of light (red and near infrared) to create therapeutic effects. These effects include improved healing time, pain reduction, increased circulation, and reduced swelling.

Has effectiveness been demonstrated scientifically?

Yes. There are thousands of published studies demonstrating the clinical effectiveness of laser therapy. Among these are more than one hundred rigorously controlled, scientific studies that document effectiveness of laser for many clinical conditions.

What does research demonstrate?

• Injuries treated with laser therapy heal faster
• Laser therapy has a strengthening effect on tissue repair
• Laser therapy improves blood flow and lymphatic drainage
• It is an effective means of relief of many pain syndromes
• It can improve immune response

What health Problems have researchers found to be improved by laser therapy?

Soft Tissue Injuries
• Tedinopathies
• Back and Neck Pain
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Myofacial Trigger Points
• Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
• Sprains, Strains
• Repetitive Stress Injuries
• Planter Fascitis

Degenerative Joint Conditions
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Osteoarthritis

FDA Approved use of Laser Therapy Devices include:

Topical healing, temporary relief of minor muscle and joint pain, muscle spasm, pain and stiffness associated with arthritis and promoting relaxation of muscle.