Saturday, February 1, 2014

All About 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.

The red laser is good for treating abrasions, cuts, and superficial wounds, but they are not useful for pain relief. Infrared lasers penetrate deeper and can go several centimeters into the body which will reach most injured tissue.

Class 4 lasers provide therapeutic doses of light to much larger volumes of tissue and the photons of light can penetrate deeper allowing for treatment of deeper pain conditions. Infrared therapy helps to enhance tissue healing, reduce inflammation and pain in hard and soft tissues including ligaments, bones, and muscles. Microcirculation is enhanced by more red blood cells flowing to the treated 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.

Surgical physicians use lasers for cutting and they are also used for the removal of tattoos. The Class 4 is used differently in that it diffuses light in an area about as big as a quarter whereas the surgical laser is very precise. Before considering surgery, this treatment should be evaluated; it is non-invasive, there is no pain or down time, there are no side effects, and it is must less costly.

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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