LASER Therapy, which may also be referred to as Therapeutic LASER or photobiomodulation, is a non-invasive, pain-free and drug-free treatment that uses electromagnetic energy within the red and infrared spectrum to stimulate tissue healing and relieve pain. It is a highly effective rehabilitation modality that is used to treat a variety of conditions and can be performed in conjunction with medication and other treatments.
The LASER promotes tissue healing by increasing ATP production (cell energy), promoting cell division, stimulating the laying down of collagen and increasing blood circulation through the target tissue. This process works on soft tissue, nerves, cartilage and blood vessels. LASER Therapy also provides pain relief by inhibiting pain receptors, slowing nerve signals, increasing endorphins and reducing muscle spasms.
LASER Therapy can assist in the treatment of many ailments, including:
• Acute or chronic muscle, ligament and tendon injuries
• Post-surgical and soft tissue trauma and wounds
• Back pain and swelling due to disc problems
• Musculoskeletal abnormalities
While LASER therapy can be effective in many cases, there are a few cases where LASER treatment is inappropriate, including near the eyes, current cancer or a history of cancer (since it stimulates the growth of both good and bad cells), over open growth plates (so we do not want to use LASER on young dogs), over a pregnant abdomen and over the thyroid.
Call us at
310-542-2727
with any questions you may have about LASER Therapy or any other service that BARC offers.
