Low Level Laser

WHAT IS IT?

Low Level Laser Therapy, commonly known as LLLT, is a form of phototherapy which involves the application of low power monochramatic and coherent light to injuries and lesions to stimulate healing.

LLLT is used to increase the speed, quality and tensile strength of tissue repair, resolve inflammation, and give pain relief. The technical term often used to describe this form of therapy is 'photobiostimulation'.

CLINICAL USES OF LLLT

There are a number of potential clinical uses for LLLT, such as those in chiropractic, medical, dental, acupuncture, podiatric, osteopathic, and cosmetic applications. The most popular applications of LLLT are in veterinary, physiotherapy, and acupuncture practice.

ADVANTAGES OVER OTHER MODES OF THERAPY?

LLLT has been found to offer superior healing and pain relieving effects compared to other electrotherapeutic modalities, especially in the early stages of acute injuries, and for chronic problems. LLLT can also be used for Acupuncture Point stimulation.

LLLT is a universal method of treating muscle, tendon, ligament, connective tissue, bone and skin tissue with one simple piece of equipment, however, the best results are achieved when it is used to complement other treatment modalities.

LLLT IS POPULARLY USED FOR:

• Wound Management: Open Wounds, Ulcers, Pressure Sores and Galls.
• Soft Tissue Injuries: Acute Strains, Sprains, Tendonitis, Tenosynovitis, Haematomas.
• Joint Conditions: Capsulitis, Bursitis, Joint Strains.
• Arthritis: both Osteo (OA) and Rhuematoid (RA).
• Chronic Pain: Reduction, Management.
• Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy
• Dermatological Conditions: Acne Vulgaris, Roseacea, Eczeema, Herpes.
• Acupuncture: stimulate acupuncture points and trigger points.
• Reduction of Inflammation.

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