Cold laser therapy is a treatment, which uses low level lasers to stimulate the damaged tissues, thereby enhancing the progress of healing and providing relief from pain and inflammation. The cold laser treatment has a very good potential to ease chronic pain and inflammation due to its capability to penetrate the skin and treat soft tissue injuries.
The relief and healing provided by the cold laser is due to the several mechanisms, which the therapy induces. There is increased production of the serotonin in the brain and the stimulation of the neuro-endocrine system, which promotes the sense of overall well-being. In addition, the progress of tissue repair is enhanced and pain is alleviated. When the targeted body part is exposed to the cold laser, the cells are exposed to photon energy, which increases metabolism of the cells and promotes collagen growth and muscle cells. The blood circulation improves and thus the wounds heal faster.
The cold laser treatment is highly beneficial for those, who suffer from acute or chronic pain. As compared to the other treatment methods, the cold laser provides certain benefits like:
Safe
Non-invasive
Cost effective
Alternative form of treatment
The need for surgery is reduced
The cold laser therapy is gaining popularity because it increases blood circulation to the injured area, which activates natural healing and treatment. For this reason, it is not only very helpful in relieving chronic back pain but also in the treatment of:
Arthritis
Increased sports performance
Swelling
Sports injuries
Ligament injury
Muscle strain
Weight loss, to an extent
Regeneration of the nerves
Joint injuries and pains
Wound healing
Back Pain
Neck Pain
Headaches and Migraines
Sciatica and Leg Pain
Degenerative, Bulging or Herniated Discs
Sprains, Strains, Tendonitis
Arthritis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and other inflammatory conditions like tennis elbow and bursitis
Shoulder Pain & Rotator Cuff Conditions
Plantar Fascitis, Heel and Foot Pain
Cuts, Burns and Scars
The results for physical injuries and disorders include a reduction in swelling, an increase in tissue healing, reduction in pain, increased mobility, and maximum recovery.
Relieves acute and chronic pain
Increases the speed, quality and tensile strength of tissue repair
Increases blood supply
Stimulates the immune system
Stimulates nerve function
Develops collagen and muscle tissue
Helps generate new and healthy cells and tissue
Promotes faster wound healing and clot formation
Reduces inflammation
Treatments take just a couple of minutes and may be performed through clothing. There is often no sensation during treatment, some patients report mild tingling. The number of treatments depends on your condition and your body’s ability to heal. You may be relieved in as little as one treatment. Typically, the longer you’ve had your condition and the more severe it is, the longer treatment will take. That’s why it is always best to take care of the source of your pain right away.