Laser Therapy (Low Level Laser Therapy)

What is low level laser therapy?
Low Level Laser Therapy ( LLLT ) is a form of light therapy. It is also known as cold laser, soft laser or low intensity laser.

How does it work?
LLLT produces photons, which are particles of electromagnetic energy.  Photons are absorbed in tissue mitochondria, which are tiny structures within each individual cell. The laser energy is converted to chemical energy within the cell, called Adenosine Triphosphate, (ATP).  Low Level Light Therapy alters the permeability of cell membranes, which in turn through various physiological effects changes the behavior of other cells, such as macrophages, fibroblasts, endothelial cells and mast cells (used in cell repair, regrowth, replacement and genetic conversion).

What is LLLT used for?

• Soft tissue injuries, including sprains and strains, tendonitis and bruises
• Joint conditions, including arthritis, tenosynovitis and capsulitis
• Chronic pain, including Trigeminal neuralgia
• Chronic neck and back pain
• Wound management, including skin ulcers, pressure sores and burns
• Skin infections, including cold sores, warts, verruca
• Increasing speed, quality and tensile strength of tissue repair
• Increasing blood supply
• Stimulating the immune system
• Reducing inflammation
• Repetitive stress injuries (RSI), such as carpal tunnel syndrome
• Migraine headachesTAcne and rosacea
• Herpes simplex (cold sores)
• Fibromyalgia
• Tennis Elbow and Golfer's Elbow
• TMJ