Michigan Spine and Pain is proud to offer photobiomodulation as part of our low back pain treatment protocol.
Photobiomodulation, also known as Laser therapy is a safe and effective therapy that is FDA-cleared for the temporary relief of pain and reduction of symptoms associated with mild arthritis and muscle pain. Laser also promotes the relaxation of muscle spasms and promotes vasodilation. Adverse effects from laser therapy are normally rare and temporary. Laser therapy delivers specific red and near-infrared wavelengths of laser light to induce a therapeutic effect within the body. There is little to no sensation during treatment.
Occasionally, the patient feels mild, soothing warmth, or tingling sensations. Areas of pain or inflammation may be sensitive briefly before pain reduction.
Pain relief from laser therapy may be dramatic and substantial, lasting for hours, days or weeks.
However, your results may be minimal or insignificant. You may feel improvement in your condition (usually pain reduction) after the very first treatment. Sometimes you will not feel improvement for several treatments. This does not mean that the condition is not improving. Each treatment is cumulative and results are often felt after 3 or 4 sessions. It is important to be consistent with your treatment program to obtain the best results.
High Power Therapy/Photobiomodulation therapy is also being utilized for treatment of the following medical issues:
- Shoulder, Back and Knee Pain
- Cervical Pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Sports Injuries
- Auto and Work-Related Injuries
- Tendonopathies
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Ligament Sprains
- Muscle Strains
- Stress Injuries
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
At Michigan Spine and Pain, we are finding great success with the use of Photobiomodulation therapy, particularly in combination with other treatment options like physical therapy, chiropractic treatment, and massage. If you would like to schedule a consultation regarding the use of Photobiomodulation therapy or to discuss other treatment modalities, please contact us.
