Cold Laser Therapy

Have Low-Level Lasers been Scientifically Studied & Proven?

Low-level lasers have been used worldwide for over 30 years. The FDA has approved lasers for specific conditions. Over 2500 studies have shown that low-level lasers:

1. REDUCE PAIN by stimulating cells to produce their own endorphins, natural pain killers.
2. PROMOTE FASTER HEALING by stimulating cells to increase the production of two major healing enzymes by as much as 75%.
3. REDUCE INFLAMMATION by as much as 75%.
4. INCREASE BONE REPAIR SPEED by stimulating fibroblastic and osteoblastic proliferation.
5. RELAX MUSCLES and muscle spasms.
6. DECREASE SWELLING by stimulating lymphatic drainage.
7. ENHANCE THE IMMUNE SYSTEM by increasing the number of "killer" cells by 400-900%, and most importantly,
8. RE-ENERGIZE CELL MEMBRANES to allow transport of essential nutrients across cell walls allowing a healthy new cell to grow (nutrients will not cross an injured or sick cell wall, thus slowing healing).

Correct Dosage for the Best Results

The single most important parameter for success in laser therapy treatment is the correct dosage of sufficient laser energy (Joules) to the target tissue. Dosage is determined by Joules per/cm2 and tissue depth. Too little, or too much laser photonic energy produces suboptimal results. Therefore, there is an ‘Optimal Window’ of therapeutic dosage. The primary factors in laser therapy that determine dosage are Power and Time.

However, 65% of laser energy is absorbed through the skin and subcutaneous tissue layers including blood, melanin, and water. In order to overcome these factors, one must start with large quantities of energy to reach the deeper target cells and myofascial structures with a required dose.

Depth of Tissue Penetration

Superficial conditions such as carpal tunnel, sprains, strains, wrists, elbows, etc can be treated effectively with lower doses. However, if you are going to be treating deep tissue spinal injuries, hips, shoulders, and neuropathies the target dose must be higher. (Class IV Laser) Hitting the target dose recommendation is critical. The Class IV MLS Laser delivers deep penetration, high therapeutic dosages, and decreased treatment times. You cannot make up for insufficient power by increasing treatment time. Depth of tissue penetration will not increase with more application time. Positive results require more than increasing time.

Cutting Edge of Non-Surgical Pain Relief and Tissue Repair

Hometown Chiropractic is one of the few clinics in Utah to offer their patients the latest advance in safe, comfortable, and highly effective pain relief and tissue repair. The Cutting Edge Laser is one of the most technologically advanced therapeutic Class IV lasers approved by the FDA. The MLS Laser is capable of delivering over 100 times more healing energy than the most powerful devices of the previous generation (Class III – ‘Cold Lasers’ – LLLT – Low-Level Laser Therapy).

More power means shorter treatment times, less therapy needed, and immediate pain relief. The Cutting Edge Laser floods the tissues with photons, energizing the damaged cells and increasing circulation to the painful area. This increases the body’s production of ATP (Adenosine triphosphate), expediting the healing process to reduce inflammation and repair damaged tissue.

MLS Stands for “Multi-wave Lock System.” MLS is the name of the technology used that utilizes the patented combination of wavelengths. The 2 wavelengths are synchronized to work together, much like a symphony to deliver superior results. Like two musical instruments playing together in harmony, the patented MLS emission system organizes continuous and pulsed emission providing simultaneous anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects in considerably reduced times.

In addition, this unique patented synchronization of multiple wavelengths creates less ‘scatter’ and allows for safe deep tissue treatment. (Scatter can produce heat in the tissues and is the reason why with other Class IV therapeutic laser devices the therapist must keep the laser beam in motion). Treatments take just a few minutes and are painless, however, the therapeutic effects continue to soothe and heal long after the treatment ends.