Do I Need Cold Laser Therapy?
Have you been suffering from musculoskeletal pain? Are you healing from a sprain, struggling with a skin condition, or dealing with neuropathy? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, cold laser therapy may be the perfect procedure for you.
At Prestige Health and Wellness often recommends cold laser therapy to patients who want a noninvasive treatment that combats inflammation, promotes blood flow, and more.
You may want to explore cold laser therapy if you’re experiencing the following:
- Back pain
- Tendinitis
- Eczema
- Troublesome wounds
Keep reading to learn more about cold laser therapy, how it works, and more.
What is Cold Laser Therapy?
Cold laser therapy, also known as Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), uses low-level wavelengths to penetrate the skin, alleviate pain symptoms, and reduce inflammation within the body. The light emitted during this treatment can also help damaged cells recover and ultimately reconstruct.
Therefore, if you find yourself struggling to complete your typical day-to-day living in New York City due to pain and other troublesome symptoms, cold laser therapy might be a solution worth considering.
How is Cold Laser Therapy Administered?
Cold laser therapy is administered using a handheld device similar to a flashlight. The laser is placed directly over the affected area for 30 seconds to several minutes, depending on the size of the treatment area.
Non-thermal photons of light are emitted from the laser and pass through the skin’s layers, even reaching the tissue fat under the skin. At 90 megawatts and 830 nanometers, the light can penetrate 2 to 5 centimeters below the skin.
While cold lasers don’t generate heat, patients might feel warmth when the laser is applied. Nonetheless, it’s a painless procedure where you might experience some temporary tingling.
A cold laser therapy session takes between 10 to 20 minutes in total, and requires no downtime. This means you can get back to your Manhattan routines in no time! Requiring no needles, medications, or incisions, cold laser therapy is the non-invasive treatment many patients turn to when dealing with different medical conditions.
What Can Cold Laser Therapy Treat?
Cold laser therapy has proven to be effective in treating dermatitis, bone disorders, joint repair, and more. Wound healing and other chronic conditions can also be alleviated with further treatment sessions. For the most optimal results, we recommend multiple therapy sessions.
Speaking with a Prestige Health and Wellness provider can help you figure out just how many sessions you’ll need.
While cold laser therapy can help relieve the symptoms of many conditions, some of the most notable include:
Arthritis
Arthritis is a chronic condition responsible for joint pain and swelling. Genetics, age, and other factors can lead to the development of this condition. Symptoms include:
- Pain in the joints, ankles, back, fingers, hands, and other muscles
- Limited range of motion
- Fatigue
- Skin discoloration
Fibromyalgia
This is another chronic condition characterized by widespread pain in the body, as well as an overwhelming feeling of tiredness. Leaving this condition untreated can lead to further weakness and affect your physical activity. Some indicators of fibromyalgia include:
- Pain in the arms, chest, head, abdomen, back, and lower extremities
- Pain that is worse in the morning and evening
- Trouble sleeping
- Increased light and noise sensitivity
Achilles Tendonitis
Achilles tendonitis is an overuse injury affecting the Achilles tendon, a band of muscle that connects the calf muscle to the heel of the foot. This condition can affect many, and worsen with physical activity. Symptoms are:
- Pain in the heel or back of the lower leg
- Tenderness in the heel or calf in the morning
- Calf muscle tightness
- Inability to stand for long periods of time
Try Cold Laser Therapy in Manhattan Now
If you want to see if cold laser therapy is the best treatment for you and if your insurance covers it, please contact us at 212-393-4673 or book an appointment today.
We look forward to seeing you at one of our locations in Manhattan NYC:
