Laser Therapy

​Laser Therapy is a medical device that is used for treatment that helps with pain, reduces inflammation, and accelerates healing. The treatment provided by Physiotherapists at Bowen Medical Group is a Cool Laser Therapy called TheraLase. Cool Laser Therapy contains Near Infra Red (NIR) laser diodes which activate the cellular pathways in our bodies. It penetrates the tissue where the laser light energy is converted into biochemical energy. Furthermore, the red and infrared light that is applied to the area will allow the tissue to absorb the light which will cause a reaction to the injured or damaged area and promote tissue regeneration. 

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What is Laser Therapy Used For?

It improves the blood flow to the structures (muscles, ligaments, tendons, and joints), helps the speed of recovery, and minimizes muscle soreness. Cool Laser Therapy treats the following conditions:

• Muscle Strain and Sprains

• Joint Pain

• Headaches/Migraines

• Neck and Shoulder Pain

• Elbow, Wrist and Hand Pain

• Knee, Ankle and Foot Pain

• Bursitis

• Sciatica

• Back Pain

• Soft Tissue Injuries

• Tendonitis

• Cautions/Contraindications:

  • Abdominal area of pregnant women 

  • Any types of neoplasia, cancer or cancerous lesions (benign or malignant)

  • Light Allergy or sensitivity

  • Used with photosensitive medicine, NSAIDS, steroids or corticosteroid medicine

  • No treatment of endocrine glands (thyroids/pancreas)