Cold Laser Therapy, or Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is a treatment that uses a precise specific wavelength of light to interact with tissue. This helps to accelerate the body’s natural ability to achieve relief from a variety of acute and chronic conditions. The use of Cold Laser Therapy can help reduce pain, swelling, spasms and increase functionality.

Cold lasers are low power lasers which provide non-thermal photons of light. These photons pass through the dermis, epidermis, and the subcutaneous tissue or tissue fat under the skin. They are often used for up to 30 minutes at a time, though longer treatment durations cause no adverse effects.

The light energy is absorbed and interacts with the light sensitive elements within the cell. This process is very similar to photosynthesis in plants. Sunlight is absorbed by plants, which is then converted to energy for the plant to grow.

The light energy absorbed by cells allows each cell to “normalize”. This increasing intracellular metabolism results in a reduction in pain, inflammation, edema and reduced recovery time. Photons absorbed by the cells through laser therapy stimulate the mitochondria to accelerate production of ATP. This biochemical increase in cell energy is used to transform live cells from a state of illness to a stable, healthy state.

Cold laser therapy can stimulate most cell types, including muscle, ligament, cartilage, nerves, and many more.

Cold Laser Effectiveness

Physicians have been using cold laser therapy for over 40 years on patients who are seeking effective, alternative methods for pain relief. Over 2,500 clinical studies published worldwide since 1967. Most of these studies were double-blinded and placebo-controlled. They clearly demonstrated the effectiveness of cold laser therapy for pain relief.

 Cold Laser Therapy Advantages

• Cold laser therapy is a non-invasive procedure that does not require a surgical incision.

• No prolonged recovery time.

• No additional medications are required.

• No serious side effects when used correctly.

• Backed by multiple medical studies.

 Cold Laser Therapy Disadvantages

• Several treatments may be required before any improvement is observed.

• Old injuries may initially become irritated during the initial stages of treatment.

• Multiple treatments can be expensive.