Laser Applications

CLINICAL APPLICATIONS

 

Therapeutic lasers work by supplying energy to the body in the form of photons of light and allowing the body to effect its own repairs. Generally speaking, the biostimulating effect of laser therapy is in its anti-inflammatory, analgesic and anti-edematous effect on tissues. There is absolute increase in microcirculation, higher rates of ATP, RNA and DNA synthesis, and thus better tissue oxygenation and nutrition. There is also an increase in the absorption of interstitial fluid, better tissue regeneration and stimulation of the analgesic effect.

 

A partial list of medical conditions which have responded well to LLLT include:

 

Arthritis:

 

• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Osteoarthritis


Wound Healing:

 

• Decubitis Ulcers
• Venous Stasis Ulcers
• Diabetic Foot Ulcers


Sports Injuries:

 

• Tennis Elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
• Golfer’s Elbow (medial epicondylitis)
• Runner’s Knee (patello-femoral syndrome)
• Jumper’s Knee (patello-tendinitis)
• Achilles Tendonitis
• Heel Cushion Pain (plantar fasciitis)
• Sprains, Strains, Tendinitis


Pain Control:


• Sciatica
• Radiculopathy
• Neuralgia