Light & Laser Therapy

Light Therapy

Also known as Phototherapy, this therapy uses a specific type of light to penetrate the skin’s surface and underlying tissues to stimulate the body’s natural repair processes. The result is faster healing and reduced pain, swelling and inflammation.

In this procedure we apply light produced by low level laser and superluminous diodes to trigger cellular activity. The results: faster wound healing, pain relief, and accelerated recovery.

Phototherapy has been used successfully to treat athletic injuries, acute and chronic conditions, repetitive strain disorders, tissue healing and much more. By providing the extra energy required for healing, the tissue is able to heal itself naturally. This innovative therapeutic alternative may also eliminate the need for painful, debilitating surgeries and drug therapies so often accompanied by harmful side effects.

Research demonstrates that phototherapy can be used to effectively treat many conditions. Using the healing nature of light to simulate the body’s natural repair processes has proven particularly effective for treating various conditions, including the following:

  • Arthritis/rheumatism,
  • Tendonitis, tennis and golfer’s elbow,
  • Repetitive Stress Injuries (i.e. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome),
  • Neck and lower back pain,
  • Soft tissue injuries, strains and sprains, and
  • Migraine headaches.

Some of the unique healing effects of phototherapy include the following:

  • Increased cell metabolism,
  • Improved localized blood circulation,
  • Accelerated development of collagen and muscle tissue,
  • Relief from acute and chronic pain,
  • Reduced localized inflammation and edema,
  • Stimulation for wound healing and tissue repair,
  • Stimulation of the immune system, and
  • Stimulation of nerve function.

Low Level Laser Therapy

There are two types of medical lasers: high power and low power. High power lasers are used to cut through tissue, as in surgical procedures. Low-level lasers, on the other hand, are used to stimulate tissue repair and relieve acute and chronic pain.

Through a process of bio-stimulation, infrared light is applied over injuries or wounds. This cold ) laser light energy directs bio-stimulative light energy to the body’s cells without injuring or damaging them in any way. The therapy is precise and accurate, offering safe and effective treatment for a wide variety of conditions.

The Application of Laser and Phototherapy Treatments

In both procedures devices are positioned directly on the skin. Gentle pressure is applied. Generally there is no discomfort or sensation associated with treatment. Various areas may be treated including the following:

  • Directly over the lesion or site of injury,
  • Muscle insertion,
  • Relevant trigger points or tender points,
  • Nerve roots or superficial nerve trucks, and
  • Acupuncture points.