Phototherapy Laser

 

Laser is light energy to stimulate healing, provide pain relief and facilitate the reorganization of injured tissue. Although the therapeutic window is 600-1000nm, the actual wavelength will vary depending on the type of light being used.

Some of the well known Biological effects of laser are cartilage stimulation, fibroblast production, enhancement of immune cells to combat pathogens, and increasing the vascularity of the healing tissue.

Indications for the use of laser include, but not limited to post-operative pain and inflammation, wound healing, joint swelling, tendonitis, bursitis, fascitis, capsulitis, tendon/ligament injuries, muscle spasm/trigger points, arthritic disorders, joint swelling and stimulation of acupuncture points.