How Does Laser Therapy Work?

I get this question several times a week in the office. My patients tend to be a curious lot. Curiosity is good. Especially when it comes to health care. Never be afraid to ask your doctor questions about the safety and efficacy of a treatment.

The laser therapy device that we use in the office is a Class IV therapeutic laser. It’s called the K-Laser. It’s not for cosmetic purposes… it doesn’t cut. Our laser treatments are safe and painless.

We use it in two different ways. First, for pain-relief. We treat injured areas directly to aid in the healing process. And second, as an auriculotherapy tool to diminish patients’ chemical cravings. This helps our clients quit smoking and/or lose weight.

Our K-Laser has been proven to bio-stimulate tissue repair and growth. Our laser treatment accelerates wound healing, decreases inflammation, reduces pain, and lessens scar tissue formation. As a pain management device, our K-Laser is a side-effect-free and non-addictive treatment that provides dramatic results.

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Cellular Effects of Laser Therapy

Cellular effects occur when a therapeutic laser light interacts with cells, higher ATP levels are produced which then boosts DNA production, this improves cell membrane permeability and initiates the release of nitric oxide. These three events then lead to a cascade of beneficial effects increasing cellular energy and health.

Laser 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.

K-Laser Class IV Therapy Promotes

• Increased Circulation
• Immune Stimulation
• Muscle Relaxation
• Improved Vascular Activity
• Accelerated Cell Reproduction and Growth
• Stimulation of Nerve Regeneration

Positive Effects of K-Laser on the Body

• Improves and promotes healing
• Reduces pain and spasm
• Increases joint flexibility
• Reduces symptoms of osteoarthritis
• Improves peripheral microcirculation
• Detoxifies and eliminates trigger points
• Advanced pain relief

Benefits to Patient

• Faster patient satisfaction
• Deeper penetration than Class III lasers
• Delivers more laser energy to the target tissues
• Faster treatment time
• Effective treatment in 3-8 minute
• Increased Metabolic Activity