Class-IV Therapy & Its Proven Benefits

Laser therapy refers to the non-surgical use of laser energy to generate a photochemical reaction in damaged and dysfunctional tissue. It is known to diminish pain, reduce inflammation and speed up recovery time from a number of chronic conditions. Laser therapy is a medicine-free technique of treating painful chronic conditions and providing improved functionality as well as mobility.

Class 4 laser therapy has become the standard treatment for many muscular and skeletal injuries. Clinicians are confident in including laser therapy in their diagnosis due to a growing body of scientific literature declaring the rehabilitative power of laser therapy. We now know for certain that class 4 laser therapy improves recovery time and reduces inflammation.

The World Health organization stated that laser therapy is “beneficial in treatment of neck pain”. The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) wrote that “Clinicians should consider the use of low-level laser therapy to decrease pain and stiffness”. The International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) states that “Laser therapy shows strong evidence of effectiveness for pain relief”.

Know about lasers

There are currently three types of laser according to their power output:

Class 3a: 5 milliwatts of power.

Class 3b: 5oo milliwatts or 0.5 watts of power.

Class 4: above 500 milliwatts of power.

The laser of a Class 3a laser is nothing more than that of a standard pointer. Most class 3a lasers use red wavelength. Red laser is useful in treating superficial wounds, abrasions and cuts. It is also effective in treating vitiligo. They do not penetrate far enough to provide pain relief. Infrared lasers can penetrate several centimeters into the body and can be used to treat most injuries.

The benefits of Class 4 laser therapy

Laser therapy helps to reduce pain, diminish inflammation and increase tissue regeneration. Laser therapy is applicable for treating both hard and soft tissue, as well as muscles, ligaments and even bones.

Laser therapy enhances the microcirculation in the problem area. This increases the amount of arterial as well as venous blood cells. Lymphatic access is also increased. The treatment site receives more oxygen as well as nutrients. Finally, the therapy stimulates cytochrome oxidase enzymes in the cell’s mitochondria.

By stimulating cytochrome oxidase enzymes, we are utilizing the oxygen already present in the blood. No matter what the cell is, it becomes rejuvenated.

Try Class 4 laser therapy to treat acute injuries

The best diet program and exercise routine cannot stop you from getting injured. It can happen at any time and any place. Some clinicians will probably recommend surgery to repair or replace the joint altogether.

Laser therapy is good for treating

1. Spinal decompression.
2. Acute injuries like sprains, strains and shoulder injuries
3. Repetitive-use injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome.
4. Traumatic injuries like motor vehicle accident or cervical sprain.
5. Chronic problems like frozen shoulder orarthritis.

Laser therapy costs a fraction of the cost of surgery and without any known side effect. It can be combined with any existing therapy plan without any problem. Thus, laser therapy has proven itself as a safe and effective alternative to existing therapy plans.   

Courtesy by Zilaxo Advanced Pain Solution

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