EFFECTS OF LASER THERAPY
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EFFECTS OF LASER THERAPY
Photobiomodulation (PBM) is a light therapy that uses red and near infra-red light to induce photochemical reactions in the body on the molecular and cellular levels. Summus Medical Laser protocols combine wavelengths, pulsing and power to achieve unparalleled therapeutic effects including modulation of inflammation, reduction in pain, accelerated tissue healing and increased circulation.
Cellular Effects
During laser therapy, infrared laser light interacts with tissues at the cellular level increasing metabolic activity within the cell. By improving the transport of nutrients across the cell membrane, the increased production of cellular energy (ATP) is stimulated. The cascade of beneficial effects that follows includes increased cellular function and tissue repair.
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. As the injured area returns to normal, function is restored and pain is relieved.
TREATABLE CONDITIONS
- A-C Joint Sprain
- ACL/PCL Injuries
- Acute & Chronic Pain
- Arthritis
- Baker’s Cyst
- Bursitis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Disc Degeneration
- Ear Infection
- Facet Joint Injury
- Heel Pain
- Iliotibial Band Syndrome
- Tooth & Jaw Pain
- Torticollis
- Meniscus/Ligament Injuries
- Migraine Headache
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Neuropathy
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Post Knee Replacement
- Rotator Cuff Strains & Tears
- Sciatic Pain
- Sports Injuries
- Sprain/Strain
- TMJ
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Trigger Finger
Some Important Questions
There is little or no sensation during treatment. Occasionally one feels a mild, soothing warmth or tingling sensation. Areas of pain or inflammation may be briefly sensitive before pain reduction.
During more than twenty years of use by healthcare providers all over the world, very few side effects have ever been reported. Occasionally, some old injuries or pain syndromes may feel aggravated for a few days, as the healing response is more active after treatment.
This depends on the nature of the condition being treated. For some acute conditions, 4 to 6 treatments may be sufficient. Those of a more chronic nature may require 6 to 12 (or more) treatments. Conditions such as severe arthritis may require ongoing periodic care to control pain.
You may feel improvement in your condition (usually pain reduction) after the very first treatment. Sometimes you will not feel improvement after several treatments. This does not mean that the condition is not improving. Each treatment is cumulative, and results are often felt after 3 or 4 sessions.
