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In recent years, many medical and alternative health clinics have begun including light therapies into their traditional treatment methods. One of the most popular light therapies being used is cold laser therapy or low level laser therapy.
When tissues are damaged, cells begin to die and scar tissue formation often begins. Both of these consequences can slow or even limit the healing process.
Modern day cold laser units have been specifically engineered to produce the essential wavelengths of light necessary stimulate the damage cells, break up the formed scar tissue, and stimulate the healing process.
Cold laser units come in various sizes and shapes.
Often the units used are handheld and similar to the size of an average flashlight. The treatment time required is usually dependent on two factors, the condition being treated and the size of the area affected.
A major advantage of cold laser therapy units is the ability to penetrate deep into tissues and joints while retaining the capability to also treat conditions closer to the skin surface.
People utilizing cold laser therapy as a non-invasive form of treatment report feeling little or no sensation during the treatment process. Regardless of how deep the light waves penetrate, the energy is eventually absorbed by the damaged cell providing it with the boost to begin working.
Plants using the suns light to stimulate growth and healing is a good analogy to demonstrate the effects of cold laser therapy. As these cells are repaired, the body is able to decrease the sensation of pain, reduce swelling, and accelerate the time required to heal.
Here's Our Top Asked Questions
Cold laser therapy is a treatment that uses low levels of laser light to reduce pain and inflammation. Unlike the lasers you might think of in surgery, cold lasers don't cut or burn. Instead, they penetrate the skin to help your cells heal faster, making it great for things like muscle pain, joint issues, and even some skin conditions.Is cold laser therapy safe? Yep, it's considered very safe! The laser used in this therapy is
Yes, it's considered very safe! The laser used in this therapy is low-intensity, so it doesn’t cause burns or damage to your skin. Most people tolerate it really well, and there are usually no side effects.
Honestly, you won’t feel much at all! During the treatment, you might feel a slight warmth or tingling, but it’s generally painless. Some people even find it relaxing. It's nothing like the sharp pain of a needle or the heat from other laser types.
Cold laser therapy is pretty versatile. It’s often used for conditions like arthritis, tendonitis, back pain, and sports injuries. It’s also helpful for reducing inflammation, speeding up wound healing, and even treating skin conditions like acne or psoriasis.
This can vary depending on what you're treating. Some people start to notice improvements after just a few sessions, but for more chronic conditions, it might take several weeks of regular treatments. It’s one of those therapies where consistency really pays off.
Can’t seem to find lasting relief from your pain? Cold Laser Therapy helps your body heal from the inside out, naturally and painlessly.
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