Laser Therapy

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What is Laser Therapy?

Cold Laser Therapy, also known as Low Level Laser Therapy, is a treatment that utilizes specific wavelengths of light to interact with tissue and is known to accelerate the healing process. It is used in many acute and chronic conditions to eliminate pain, swelling, reduce muscle spasms, and increase functionality. Low Level Laser is FDA approved and is safe, painless and remarkably effective. Over 2500 published clinical studies worldwide have demonstrated cold laser therapy a proven method of pain relief.

Erchonia lasers, the type utilized at Briah Anson’s Rolfing practice, use low-level laser therapy (LLLT) to alter cellular functions and provide noticeable pain relief. Similar to photosynthesis in plants, LLLT has a photochemical effect that naturally reduces oxidative stress and increases the production of ATP.

Housed within the mitochondria, the cell energy manufacturer, are receptors capable of absorbing distinct parameters of light. Think of these receptors like any other drug receptor. When we consume a prescription medication, the compound is absorbed by the body and it locates a particular receptor; based upon its molecular design, the drug will bind to that receptor. Once the drug binds, a secondary reaction inside the cell takes place. Similarly, a mechanism is observed when exposing the body to a particular color of light. During a laser treatment, the light will penetrate the skin and is absorbed by a receptor within the mitochondria. Receptor stimulation with light promotes energy production, biochemical reactions, protein and growth factor synthesis, cell growth and proliferation and enhanced blood and oxygen flow.

Cold Laser Therapy is used for:

 
 

  • Acute and chronic pain

  • Back and Neck pain

  • Sprain/Strain

  • Arthritis pain

  • Shoulder and Elbow pain

  • Knee and Ankle pain

  • Tendonitis and Bursitis

  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

  • Plantar Fasciitis

  • Inflammation

  • Swelling and Edema

  • Fibromyalgia

  • Soft Tissue Injury and Wound healing

 
 
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Results:

Low Level Lasers are labeled "Cold" as they emit non-thermal light to the tissue. The cells absorb the light energy, initiating cellular events that normalize damaged or injured tissue. This results in the reduction of pain, inflammation, edema, and an increase in intracellular metabolism and acceleration of healing time.

There are over 2000 published studies on Cold Laser Therapy (or LLLT) reporting zero negative side effects. Visit www.Erchonia.com for a look at more in-depth research.