Purcell Chiropractic

What is Laser Therapy?
Laser Therapy or “photobiomodulation”, is the use of specific wavelengths of light (red and near infrared) to create therapeutic effects. These effects include improved healing time, pain reduction, increased circulation and decreased swelling. Laser Therapy has been widely utilized in Europe by physical therapists, nurses and doctors as far back as the 1970’s. Now, after FDA clearance in 2002, laser therapy is being used extensively in the United States.

Has effectiveness been demonstrated scientifically?
Yes. There are thousands of published studies demonstrating the clinical effectiveness of laser therapy. Among these, there are more than one hundred rigorously controlled, scientific studies that document the effectiveness of laser for many clinical conditions.

Patient Benefits of Laser Therapy
Laser Therapy is proven to biostimulate tissue repair and growth. The Laser accelerates wound healing, and decreases inflammation, pain, and scar tissue formation. When it comes to pain management, Class IV Laser Therapy is a virtually side effect free and non-addictive treatment that provides dramatic results.

Numerous studies show that Laser Therapy can help with:
Tendinopathies; Carpal Tunnel Syndrome; Myofascial Trigger Points; Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow); Ligament Sprains; Muscle Strains; Repetitive Stress Injuries; Chondromalacia Patellae; Plantar Fascitis; Rheumatoid Arthritis; Osteoarthritis; Shoulder, Back & Knee Pain; Herpes Zoster (Shingles); Post-Traumatic Injury; Trigeminal Neuralgia; Fibromyalgia; Diabetic Neuropathy; Venous Ulcers; Diabetic Foot Ulcers; Burns; Deep Edema/Congestion; Sports Injuries; Auto & Work Related Injuries