Cold Laser Therapy
How does cold laser therapy work?
Cold Laser therapy is a form of phototherapy or light therapy. The cold laser device produces a beam of light, which is applied over the injured area to stimulate healing. There is no pain with the treatment.
When laser light is absorbed by a living tissue, it triggers biological reactions in the cells. Chemical substances are produced, released and carried by blood and lymphatic flow to other parts of the system. In this way the effects of cold laser light may not be only local, but can also achieve wide systemic effects. Here are some of the specific physiological responses:
Cold Lasers may work for acute or chronic injuries, pain or inflammation. Conditions that have shown successful outcomes include:
Is cold laser therapy safe?
Cold lasers are called “cold" because they do not induce any temperature change in the body's tissues. It is a safe, painless and medication-free treatment with virtually no negative side effects. Cold laser therapy has been used worldwide for over 30 years with no documented adverse side effects. The FDA has cleared laser therapy for the treatment of many pain syndromes and health conditions.
The future holds promise for successful cold laser treatment outcomes for wound healing, drug addiction, weight control, and smoking cessation. The Apollo Laser System is the most powerful cold laser in the world. As a patient, laser output is important because It shortens treatment times and speeds healing. Ask your licensed practitioner about the superior performance of the Apollo system.
Faq's
Is Cold Laser Therapy painful?
No. Low level lasers do not generate perceivable heat. Therefore, when the laser contacts the skin the patient experiences no warmth or burning as a result of the laser. Most people feel nothing at all while a few may feel a slight tingling during the treatment.
Is this just a temporary fix to my problem?
For most patients, the results from the treatments have been sustainable. While some patients get immediate results, others usually require 6-12 treatments before there is a lasting effect. Since each person’s condition varies in severity, the doctor will determine after reviewing your condition if laser treatments may benefit you.
Has Laser Therapy Been Proven?
There are more than more than 2500 scientific research studies on laser therapy. These reports verify the clinical value of laser therapy.
Can I be treated if I have a pacemaker or joint replacement?
People with a pacemaker or other types of implants or prosthesis can still safely receive cold laser treatments. It may be necessary to adjust treatment times
and dosage for patients with artificial joints since implanted metal can reflect laser light in a way that increases absorption. We suggest you contact your doctor and discuss dosage with your therapist prior to treatment.
How many treatments will I need, and how often will I need them?
A patient usually comes in for a treatment several times a week. If that is not possible, for instance if you work or live far away, then alternate arrangements would be made. The number of treatments can range anywhere from 2-20, depending on the nature and severity of the condition.
How will I know if the laser is working?
Many people will see a reduction in symptoms immediately. Others will experience relief more gradually. An important indicator in planning the treatment regimen will be how soon after laser treatment symptoms improve.
Why Cold Laser Therapy instead of Electrical Stimulation or Ultrasound?
Alternative modalities may relieve pain but do nothing to promote deep healing of damaged tissue. Electrical stimulation is often uncomfortable. It lacks the consistent pain reduction of laser and does not provide the same stimulation of tissue healing. Ultrasound is not as effective at blocking pain as a laser. It can mildly stimulate healing, but studies show that it does this by weakening the tissue, whereas laser actually causes tissue to strengthen.
How does cold laser therapy work?
Cold Laser therapy is a form of phototherapy or light therapy. The cold laser device produces a beam of light, which is applied over the injured area to stimulate healing. There is no pain with the treatment.
When laser light is absorbed by a living tissue, it triggers biological reactions in the cells. Chemical substances are produced, released and carried by blood and lymphatic flow to other parts of the system. In this way the effects of cold laser light may not be only local, but can also achieve wide systemic effects. Here are some of the specific physiological responses:
- Reduction in pain by causing production of natural pain killer endorphins.
- Reduction in inflammation by suppressing inflammatory enzymes that create swelling, redness, pain, and heat.
- Enhanced lymphatic drainage, which increases circulation and speeds healing.
- Release of tight muscles that create chronic pain, joint problems, and decreased mobility.
- Faster bone repair by stimulating fibroblastic and osteoblastic proliferation.
Cold Lasers may work for acute or chronic injuries, pain or inflammation. Conditions that have shown successful outcomes include:
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Cold lasers are called “cold" because they do not induce any temperature change in the body's tissues. It is a safe, painless and medication-free treatment with virtually no negative side effects. Cold laser therapy has been used worldwide for over 30 years with no documented adverse side effects. The FDA has cleared laser therapy for the treatment of many pain syndromes and health conditions.
The future holds promise for successful cold laser treatment outcomes for wound healing, drug addiction, weight control, and smoking cessation. The Apollo Laser System is the most powerful cold laser in the world. As a patient, laser output is important because It shortens treatment times and speeds healing. Ask your licensed practitioner about the superior performance of the Apollo system.
Faq's
Is Cold Laser Therapy painful?
No. Low level lasers do not generate perceivable heat. Therefore, when the laser contacts the skin the patient experiences no warmth or burning as a result of the laser. Most people feel nothing at all while a few may feel a slight tingling during the treatment.
Is this just a temporary fix to my problem?
For most patients, the results from the treatments have been sustainable. While some patients get immediate results, others usually require 6-12 treatments before there is a lasting effect. Since each person’s condition varies in severity, the doctor will determine after reviewing your condition if laser treatments may benefit you.
Has Laser Therapy Been Proven?
There are more than more than 2500 scientific research studies on laser therapy. These reports verify the clinical value of laser therapy.
Can I be treated if I have a pacemaker or joint replacement?
People with a pacemaker or other types of implants or prosthesis can still safely receive cold laser treatments. It may be necessary to adjust treatment times
and dosage for patients with artificial joints since implanted metal can reflect laser light in a way that increases absorption. We suggest you contact your doctor and discuss dosage with your therapist prior to treatment.
How many treatments will I need, and how often will I need them?
A patient usually comes in for a treatment several times a week. If that is not possible, for instance if you work or live far away, then alternate arrangements would be made. The number of treatments can range anywhere from 2-20, depending on the nature and severity of the condition.
How will I know if the laser is working?
Many people will see a reduction in symptoms immediately. Others will experience relief more gradually. An important indicator in planning the treatment regimen will be how soon after laser treatment symptoms improve.
Why Cold Laser Therapy instead of Electrical Stimulation or Ultrasound?
Alternative modalities may relieve pain but do nothing to promote deep healing of damaged tissue. Electrical stimulation is often uncomfortable. It lacks the consistent pain reduction of laser and does not provide the same stimulation of tissue healing. Ultrasound is not as effective at blocking pain as a laser. It can mildly stimulate healing, but studies show that it does this by weakening the tissue, whereas laser actually causes tissue to strengthen.