Cold Laser Therapy?

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Low-intensity light is used in cold laser therapy, a non-invasive, painless procedure that promotes tissue repair while reducing pain and inflammation. It doesn't produce heat or harm tissue like surgical or cosmetic lasers do.

 

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Other names for this treatment technique include:
Low-level laser treatment (LLLT)
Low-power laser treatment (LPLT)
PBM, or photobiomodulation
Biostimulation with soft lasers
The operation of cold laser treatment
Usually, a practitioner applies a handheld device to the targeted location for a few seconds to several minutes. The process is comparable to how light energy is transformed into useful cell energy during photosynthesis in plants.
Absorption of light: The device's low-level light photons enter the skin and are taken up by the targeted tissue's cells.
Cellular energy boost: As a result of absorbing this light energy, the cells' mitochondria produce more adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which powers cellular regeneration and repair.

 

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Typical applications
Numerous medical specialists, including physical therapists, chiropractors, and sports medicine practitioners, employ cold laser therapy. For both acute and chronic illnesses, it may serve as an alternate or supplemental treatment.
Pain management: Provides relief from ailments like carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia, back and neck pain, and arthritis.
Inflammation: Lessens swelling and inflammation brought on by traumas, excessive use, and long-term conditions like rheumatoid arthritis.
Tissue healing: Promotes the healing of wounds, including diabetic foot ulcers, sprains, strains, tendinitis, and bursitis.

 

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Safety and things to think about
When used by a trained practitioner, cold laser therapy is thought to be safe for the majority of patients and has few documented adverse effects.
Possible adverse effects
Temporary warmth or tingling
Skin irritation or mild redness
Temporary exhaustion or lightheadedness
Slight headaches
Contraindications
For some people and situations, the treatment is not advised:
Pregnancy: It is uncertain how pregnancy affects fetuses.
Cancer: Avoid applying it to malignant spots.
Medical implants: Pacemakers and other electronic implants should be used with caution.
Thyroid: Avoid touching the thyroid gland.
Eyes: Direct laser exposure to the eyes should be avoided, and appropriate eye protection is necessary.