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Laser Therapy
Dr. Francis Phelps III has been involved in FDA clinical studies regarding
the therapeutic use of low level lasers since 1999. The K Laser is an FDA
approved Class IV laser. Early Class III therapeutic lasers are effective, but
literally thousands of times less powerful than the new technology available
today. Class III lasers are capable of penetration of only a few millimeters,
while Class IV lasers can penetrate over 7 inches into the deep musculoskeletal
tissue.
The new lasers have been researched in European countries for several years,
and it has been discovered that specific wattage and modulation are now used for
specific conditions, never before available until now. The perfect blend of naturopathic
and acupuncture medicine and laser therapy produces phenomenal results in
extremely short periods of time.
Benefits of Therapeutic Laser Therapy
- Promotes rapid cell growth. The laser accelerates cellular reproduction
and growth.
- Promotes faster wound healing. It stimulates cell growth in damaged
tissues. The reduction in recovery time is an important consideration.
- Increases metabolic activity, which can help with a variety of conditions,
including tendonitis treatment, lower back pain relief, osteoarthritis
treatment, and Fibromyalgia treatment.
- Improves the quality of scar tissue following tissue damage from cuts,
scratches, burns, or following surgery.
- Reduces swelling caused by bruising or inflammation of joints. This will
improve joint mobility.
- Stimulates lymph and blood circulation to allow the affected tissue to
have the best possible circulation.
- Promotes nerve function. In cases of numbness, the laser helps speed the
process of nerve cell reconnection.
- Promotes the release of the body’s own pain killing chemicals such as
endorphins and enkephalins from the brain, adrenal glands, and other areas,
thus facilitating log lasting pain relief, including lower back pain relief.
How Therapeutic Laser Therapy Works
Therapeutic Laser Therapy is an FDA cleared procedure. Research to develop
this procedure was conducted by prominent physicians, chiropractors, physical
therapists, dermatologists, dentists, and veterinarians.
Therapeutic Laser Therapy is a physical modality that emits light (photons) in
specific regions of the electro-magnetic spectrum.
Therapeutic Laser Therapy is the most researched and published modality in
physical medicine. Scientific studies have revealed a multitude of clinical
benefits that demonstrate its usefulness for Fibromyalgia treatment, tendonitis
treatment, lower back pain relief, and osteoarthritis treatment. It also can be
very effective for relieving pain from minor muscular and joint aches, pain and
stiffness associated with arthritis, relaxing muscle spasms and increasing local
blood circulation.
It has also been used internationally by doctors, hospitals, and clinics since
the early 1970’s.
How is a Therapeutic Laser Therapy Session Performed?
Therapeutic Laser Therapy is conducted right in our office setting.
Therapeutic Laser Therapy requires no unusual equipment or precautions except
safety glasses are required for both patient and doctor.
Therapeutic Laser Therapy is simple and painless. Looking much like a
flashlight, the probe is held close to the skin on the area being treated. The
doctor or assistant will apply light to firm pressure to the area to improve the
penetration of the energy.
The Therapeutic Laser is applied for a specific period of time to deliver the
proper amount of laser energy. This will depend on the patient’s specific
condition being treated. Treatment times vary based upon the size of the area
and the predetermined depth of the therapy. Most treatments take 5 – 20
minutes.
How Many Therapeutic Laser Therapy Sessions Will I Need ?
In most cases, multiple treatments are required to resolve chronic conditions
and injuries. Recent findings conclude that, with few exceptions, patients do
better when treatment begins as quickly as possible.
Research on the Benefits of Laser Therapy
What health problems have shown benefits from Laser Therapy?
Soft Tissue Injuries
- Tendinopathies
- Back and Neck Pain
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Myofascical Trigger Points
- Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
- Sprains, Strains
- Repetitive Strain Injuries
- Chondromalacia Patellae
- Planter Fascitis
Degenerative Joint Conditions
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
Neurogenic Pain
- Herpes Zoster (Shingles)
- RSD/CRPS
- Post-traumatic Injury
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Fibromyalgia
- Diabetic Neuropathy
Chronic Non-Healing Wounds
- Venous Ulcers
- Amputee Stumps
- Diabetic Foot Ulcers
- Burns
What does research demonstrate:
- Injuries treated with laser therapy heal faster
- Laser Therapy has a strengthening effect on tissue repair
- Laser Therapy improves blood flow & lymphatic drainage
- It is an effective means of relief for many pain syndromes
- It can improve immune response
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