Laser Therapy Facts
Laser Therapy Can Help with the Following:
- Osteoarthritis
- Joint Pain
- Tendinopathies
- Edema and Congestion
- IVDD
- Ligament Sprains
- Muscle Strains
- Puncture Wounds
- Post-Traumatic Injury
- Post-Surgical Pain
- Neck and Back Pain
- Hip Dysplasia
- Burns
- Chronic Wounds
- Rehabilitation
- Post-Orthopedic Surgical Recovery
Reintroduction to Activity
Laser therapy can relieve pain, reduce swelling and increase range of motion. Because of this patients may exhibit renewed energy and freedom of movement.
A complete exam should be completed before the patient returns to full activity. A gradual introduction of activity may be suggested to ensure that the patient does not aggravate the existing condition.
Laser Therapeutic Effects
During each painless treatment, laser energy increases circulation, drawing water, oxygen and nutrients to the damaged area. This creates an optimal healing environment that reduces inflammation, swelling, muscle spasms, stiffness and pain. Function is restored as the injured area returns to normal and pain is relieved.
Photobiomodulation [PBM] in Target Tissues
Laser Therapy - Mechanism of Action
Laser Therapy is also known as Photobiomodulation [PBM] Therapy. PBM is a form of light therapy based on the photochemical process called photobiomodulation [PBM].
During photobiomodulation [PBM] a light source is placed near or in contact with the skin. The light energy penetrates the skin reaching the mitochondria within body’s damaged or diseased tissue leading to PBM.
This process results in beneficial therapeutic outcomes such as the alleviation of pain, regulation of inflammation, immuno-modulation and the promotion of tissue regeneration.
