Laser Therapy

Cold laser therapy is a safe and effective therapy that works to help the body to heal itself. Cold laser therapy works by penetrating the targeted tissue and stimulates the cells to produce more energy called ATP.  This increase in cellular energy allows the cell to repair and regenerate quickly and effectively.  The laser uses a non thermal wavelength of light so there is no risk of tissue damage.  Cold beam laser therapy penetrates into the tissue to improve healing and decrease pain and inflammation for effective physical therapy .

At Back to Health we use cold laser therapy with many of our patients who have a variety of conditions such as:

  • Acute/Chronic strained muscles (Tennis/golfers elbow)

  • Acute joint sprains (ankle, knee, wrist, elbow, etc.)

  • Carpal Tunnel syndrome

  • Tendonitis

  • Arthritic pains

  • Plantar fasciitis and heel spurs

  • TMJ dysfunction

  • Shingles

  • Wound healing

  • Sinusitis

Benefits of using cold laser therapy include:

  • Rapid cell growth

  • Faster wound healing

  • Produces an anti-inflammatory response

  • Reduces fibrous tissue (scar tissue) formation

  • Improves cell regeneration

  • Improves blood circulation

  • Stimulates nerve function

  • Stimulates the production of endorphins

  • Decreases substances that are pain generators

  • The laser is applied directly to your skin, so a pair of shorts is useful or a gown will be provided.

    The Theralase is completely painless. Depending on the condition and number of areas to be treated, your treatment time will last between 5-25 minutes. After your treatment, you can resume your normal activities immediately without any down time.

  • It is not recommended that you miss appointments for optimal healing response.

    A typical treatment plan consists of 2-3 visits per week with a day in between treatments for 1-3 weeks.

    Prior to starting your cold laser therapy treatment plan, you should be committed to the recommended protocol which typically includes 6 visits for best results.

  • There is absolutely ZERO down time! Laser therapy is painless and you can resume your usual routine immediately after your treatment.

    You do not need to change your daily routine, but of course a healthy protocol of staying hydrated, exercising and eating nutritious foods is always recommended to help in the healing process.

  • Cold laser therapy is safe for almost everyone with a few exceptions. If you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant, laser therapy is not recommended. As well, if you have cancer, laser therapy is contraindicated. Diabetes is a condition where circulation can be impaired and laser therapy can help improve blood flow.

  • Cold laser therapy is a very safe treatment for tissue healing and pain management. Laser therapy is non-invasive and poses no side effects that opioids or injections can produce.