Can Cold Laser Therapy Effectively Treat Your Pain?

Physiological and Clinical Effects

Cells and tissues that are injured or diseased have a slower metabolism as a result of higher levels of intracellular nitric oxide that inhibit mitochondria and cell functions. Light energy in red and near infrared wavelengths are absorbed by mitochondria causing nitric oxide to be displaced. The net result is increased metabolism that results in accelerated cell and tissue repair and regeneration.

Some examples include:

Angiogenesis & Neovascularization

Increased endothelial cell replication results in an increased capillary network and oxygenated blood to the injured tissue that accelerates tissue healing.

Muscle Repair & Regeneration

Repair of damaged muscle fibres and increased myogenic reserve cells leads to faster and more complete regeneration of muscle tissue.

Nerve Regeneration

Proliferation of growth factors encourages neuronal sprouting and myelin formation for optimal nerve recovery.

Bone Formation

Proliferation of osteocytes and remodeling of bone extracellular matrix results in accelerated callus formation and bone repair.

Collagen Production

Improved alignment, remodeling and maturation of collagen reduces scar and adhesion formation.

Inflammation & Edema

Decreased pro- and increased anti-inflammatory cytokines (e.g. interleukins) and lymphatic vasodilation helps to resolve inflammation and edema.

Cartilage Production

Increase in chondrocyte regeneration and collagen production allows for improved cartilage repair and joint function.

Therapeutic Platforms of BIOFLEX Laser Therapy

Musculoskeletal Injuries

The most common applications are muscle strains, ligament sprains, tendinopathies, cartilage tears, bursitis and other injuries to the musculoskeletal system. Whether it’s a sports injury, overuse condition, or an accident, the goal of treatment is to accelerate the healing process and decrease symptoms which allows the clinician to initiate manual and exercise therapies much sooner.

Arthritis

Chronic progressive forms of joint degeneration can be effectively managed with BIOFLEX Laser Therapy. All of the arthritides from early to late stages will respond to treatment resulting in decreased pain, inflammation, stiffness and edema as well as improved function, range of motion and activities of daily living. The goal is to help better manage patients with chronic progressive arthritis. Research has even shown repair and regeneration of eroded hyaline cartilage when exposed to Laser Therapy.

Nerve Healing

From diabetic neuropathy to discogenic radiculopathy to carpal tunnel syndrome, BIOFLEX Laser Therapy can accelerate nerve healing and decrease paraesthesia and nerve pain as a result of direct absorption of light. Many peer reviewed clinical trials and lab studies have proven Laser Therapy is an effective therapy for nerve healing and has no known side effects.

Other Conditions

The ability of light to be absorbed and stimulate the metabolism of any cell type allows Laser Therapy to be effective for a wide range of inflammatory or degenerative conditions.

To Find out more contact Dr. Aleem Remtulla

drremtulla@gmail.com