For pain management and tissue healing laser therapy can offer excellent results. Classified by power output, they are offered in Classes 3a, 3b, and 4. Class 3a is a red wavelength and can penetrate into the skin about an 1/8th of an inch. Laser Therapy Coquitlam offers information on this treatment option.
For treating cuts, abrasions and superficial wounds, a red laser is great, but it is not very effective on the relief of pain. In order to penetrate to a deeper level, the infrared laser is needed as it can go through the derma several centimeters where injured tissue resides.
The Class 4 provides a more therapeutic level of light to a larger area of damaged tissue, the light penetrates to a deeper level which allows for the treatment of deep pain. Infrared instruments reduce inflammation, enhance tissue healing, and minimize pain in soft and hard tissue. An increased flow of red blood cells is accomplished to aid in the treatment of the affected area.
Venous and lymphatic systems begin to work in the areas that are treated providing oxygen to the tissues and stimulating hemoglobin to infuse the treated area with oxygen. Cell mitochondria cytochrome oxidase enzymes are stimulated and in turn increase ATP production and the cells function more efficiently. This is what cells normally do, but the instrument enhances their functionality after they have been 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.
Vasodilation can occur after a session due to metabolic waste being released into the tissues. This can cause soreness. Flushing the system out by drinking a lot of water will help to rid the body of these symptoms.
Trained medical professionals go through 4 hour sessions on how to use the machine and how to treat various conditions. The laser is also FDA approved. Sessions can be from 5 to 20 minutes, and the number required for relief can vary from 6 to 12 over a span of 2 4 weeks. Not only are humans benefiting from the use of this therapy but vets are also using it to treat animals suffering from conditions such as hip dysplaysia and intervertebral disc disease as is seen in dachshunds. Contact Laser Therapy Coquitlam for more information on this exciting treatment option.
For treating cuts, abrasions and superficial wounds, a red laser is great, but it is not very effective on the relief of pain. In order to penetrate to a deeper level, the infrared laser is needed as it can go through the derma several centimeters where injured tissue resides.
The Class 4 provides a more therapeutic level of light to a larger area of damaged tissue, the light penetrates to a deeper level which allows for the treatment of deep pain. Infrared instruments reduce inflammation, enhance tissue healing, and minimize pain in soft and hard tissue. An increased flow of red blood cells is accomplished to aid in the treatment of the affected area.
Venous and lymphatic systems begin to work in the areas that are treated providing oxygen to the tissues and stimulating hemoglobin to infuse the treated area with oxygen. Cell mitochondria cytochrome oxidase enzymes are stimulated and in turn increase ATP production and the cells function more efficiently. This is what cells normally do, but the instrument enhances their functionality after they have been 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.
Vasodilation can occur after a session due to metabolic waste being released into the tissues. This can cause soreness. Flushing the system out by drinking a lot of water will help to rid the body of these symptoms.
Trained medical professionals go through 4 hour sessions on how to use the machine and how to treat various conditions. The laser is also FDA approved. Sessions can be from 5 to 20 minutes, and the number required for relief can vary from 6 to 12 over a span of 2 4 weeks. Not only are humans benefiting from the use of this therapy but vets are also using it to treat animals suffering from conditions such as hip dysplaysia and intervertebral disc disease as is seen in dachshunds. Contact Laser Therapy Coquitlam for more information on this exciting treatment option.