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Answer: The mechanics of how low level laser therapy is administered is based on the indication for use, however; the general process is the probe containing the laser diode(s) are held in place or moved gently over the treatment area and secure in place for a prescribed time by the treatment technician
Photonic stimuli excite the body’s cells infusing them with energy, with the three primary reactions being, reduction of inflammation, cell regeneration and increased blood flow.
Q. What are the benefits of low-laser therapy?
A. Low Level Laser Therapy is a noninvasive, fast and effective modality that has been proven in clinical trial to reduce pain, reduce edema and promote healing.
Q. How long does it take for the laser to heal or improve a condition?
A. This is dependent of the application, however; progress is immediately evident. The improvement of a condition depends on its severity. Laser therapy promotes blood supply to damaged cells, which aids healing. With an acute shoulder tendonitis injury, patients often see results within days. Chronic conditions, which are more severe, take longer to heal.
Q. Is Low Level Laser Therapy painful?
A. No, most people do not feel anything, for those that have reported a feeling, it is nothing more than a slight tingling.
Q. How safe is Low Level Laser Therapy?
A. Low Level Laser Therapy has is very safe, the only general precaution is the use of special filtering glasses when a class 3B laser is in use.
Q. How deep into the tissue can laser light penetrate?
A. The depth of penetration is dependent on multiple factors including mass and density, however since low level laser has been proven in clinical study to effect subcutaneous cells; the point is low level laser, does penetrate; as opposed to the heat lamp devices that do not.
Q. What the difference is between pulsed vs. constant wave?
A. Like their names imply, constant wave is a continuous emission of laser energy, without disruption, for the length of time the device is ON. Pulsed wave is controlled breaks in the wave, at predefined and programmed intervals.
Q. What is hertz as it relates to Low Level Lasers?
A. The predefined, controlled breaks in the laser emission, measured by the number of breaks per second, equals hertz.
Q. How is Low Level Laser Therapy administered?
A. The mechanics of how low level laser therapy is administered is based on the indication for use, however; the general process is the probe containing the laser diode(s) are held in place or moved gently over the treatment area.
Q. What’s the difference between Lasers vs. LED?
A.Yes, there is an important difference, which comes down to coherence and depth of penetration. A cold laser uses coherent, polarized light that is highly focused and columnated, allowing it to travel in a straight line for long distances or to penetrate into the deeper layers of the body. Diode is the term used to describe the element from which the light is emitted. There are many different types and qualities of diodes.
The light emitted from an LED, SLD and IRD is monochromatic, non coherent light, which is useful for treatment of superficial tissues such as wounds and skin conditions. The super luminous diode (SLD) and infrared diode (IRD) varieties are deeper penetrating up to a couple of inches. In comparative studies, lasers have been shown to be more effective and faster working. Some of the most effective and versatile lasers on the market utilize both laser and LED light output.
