What is Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT)?
Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is a painless, FDA recognized, non-invasive treatment that is used to treat a variety of pain syndromes, inflammation, and neurological conditions. LLLT uses a light wave to penetrate into the skin to promote healing and normal cell function.
How Does Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) works?
Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) works by reducing inflammation, increasing circulation and restoring normal cell function to damaged cells. The cells of the human body are known to be able to restore and increase their normal function when properly stimulated. Low level laser therapy (LLLT) works to restore normal nerve, muscle, and tendon cells function by stimulating these cells through light energy. Low level laser therapy (LLLT) uses light therapy to stimulate damaged or inflamed cells and restore them to a normal function, thus reducing pain and increasing function.
Is Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) Safe? Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is extremely safe. This therapy has been tested and used for over 25 years with no reported long term or serious side effects.
How effective is Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT)? Studies have shown that Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is effective in up to 80% of the patients treated. Our office has found that the effectiveness of the LLLT is greatly improved when used combination with other therapies.
What type of conditions responds to is Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT)?
Where can I get more information on Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT)?
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