How Effective Is Laser Therapy Coquitlam

By Marissa Velazquez


Lasers are classified by their power output which is Class 3a at 5 milliwatts maximum output, Class 3b at 500 milliwatts maximum output, and Class 4 over 500 milliwatts. Class 3a lasers are mostly red wavelength and only affect one to two millimeters which is about an 1/8th of an inch into the skin. Laser Therapy Coquitlam should be consulted for those seeking pain relief using laser therapy.

For superficial wounds, cuts, and abrasions a red laser will do the job, but they will do nothing to relieve pain. The infrared laser can get to a deeper layer of the body from muscles to ligaments and even bones and can reach where most of the injured tissue resides.

Treatment of deeper pain can be achieved with a Class 4 instrument which offers therapeutic levels of light to larger areas of tissue, the photons of light can reach the injured areas. Infrared instruments enhance the healing of tissue, reduce inflammation, and reduce pain in soft and hard tissue, ligaments, muscles, and even bones. Microcirculation is increased as more red blood cells move into the areas being treated.

Lymphatic and venous enhancement oxygenates the tissues and stimulates hemoglobin molecules to infuse oxygen at the site of treatment. Cytochrome oxidase enzymes in the cells' mitochondria are stimulated which then produces more ATP for the cells allowing them to function more efficiently. It enhances what the cells do naturally so they can function normally again after being damaged.

Lasers are also used in surgical interventions where they are utilized in the removal of tattoos and for cutting. The class 4 is not used in this way, it diffuses it's light to an area about the size of a quarter where the surgical laser is focused on a small point. Infrared lasers should be considered before considering surgery for many acute injuries. It is a fraction of the cost and there are no side effects.

In conjunction with this therapy, spinal decompression is very effective for people who are suffering from bulging or herniated discs. Blood flow in the area is stimulated, tissue irritants are reduced as well as inflammation. Increased blood flow allows for healing to occur. This is particularly effective with carpal tunnel syndrome or other repetitive use injuries, arthritis and other chronic conditions, traumatic injuries like motor vehicle accidents, and strains, sprains, and shoulder injuries or other acute injuries.

One of the effects of laser therapy is vasodilation in the tissues. Metabolic waste products are released that may cause one to become a bit sore. Drinking a lot of water will flush out the waste products eliminating the symptoms.

The FDA has cleared all therapy lasers. Trained medical professionals are cleared to use lasers, they go through a 4 hour training session on how to treat different conditions and use the machine. Typical sessions can last from 5 to 20 minutes depending on the injury. The number of treatments required will vary by patient and condition. On average it can take from 6 to 12 treatments over a 2 to 4 week time period to see results. Vets are also using this therapy for intervertebral disc disease and hip dysplasia in dogs. Laser Therapy Coquitlam can assist with questions.




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