Cold (or low light) laser therapy is an FDA-approved and time-tested treatment of chronic and acute pain, injuries, tissue damage, and neurological conditions. The therapy uses low levels of light at varying wavelengths to stimulate injured tissue to encourage healing. Below are a few ways low light therapy (LLT) can help patients.

5 Conditions Alleviated With Laser Therapy

1. Arthritis

Arthritis is caused by a painful swelling of the joints. Laser therapy delivers light and energy to damaged cells beneath the skin, accelerating healing in swollen tissues. Thus, it helps reduce inflammation and swelling, and it reduces pain.

2. Back & Neck Pain

Back and neck pain are common ailments and can be successfully treated by applications of LLT. Light wavelengths are directed to the tissues within an affected area, reducing inflammation and the resulting nerve or muscle pain. Additionally, it can help the muscles surrounding the spine heal, which may reduce stress in these areas.

3. Headache & Migraine

Chronic headaches and migraines can be improved by laser therapy. The directed light increases blood flow, triggers the release of serotonin and the body’s natural opioids, as well as reducing inflammation of stressed nerves and muscles.

4. Fibromyalgia

While the cause of this disease is unknown, the inflammation and symptoms of chronic pain and headaches can be reduced by treatment. Laser therapy stimulates cell growth and regeneration, stimulates endorphin release, and invokes a general anti-inflammatory reaction in cells. Patients feel a reduction in pain, which can lead to improvements in other symptoms such as insomnia and depression. 

 5. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

LLT can immediately affect the pain and swelling associated with carpal tunnel because of the regenerative and anti-inflammatory response it stimulates in stressed or damaged cells. Studies show the efficacy of laser therapy on carpal tunnel, and while results are not definitive, patients report improved functionality and reduced symptoms. Carpal tunnel patients can explore the therapy as an alternative to surgery.

Cold laser therapy is an effective, non-invasive treatment for many common ailments. Stroud Chiropractic Clinic serves the Archdale, NC, and the surrounding area with chiropractic treatments, laser therapy, spinal adjustments, and treatment for neck and back pain. Visit them online to learn more about treatment options, and call (336) 434-2107 to make an appointment.