High Power Laser Therapy in Berkley
High Power Laser Therapy (HPLT) is a treatment often used for musculoskeletal injuries, peripheral neuropathy and diabetic neuropathy. If you have been involved in an auto-accident and have an acute injury, whether to your shoulder, knee, or even your neck, then HPLT could be for you. It is also useful for sports injuries, repetitive strain injury, and other similar conditions.
Dr. Manela has helped people with whiplash, frozen shoulder issues, arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, broken bones that are healing slowly, and chronic.
How Does HPLT Work?
This treatment works by increasing the circulation of blood to the affected area, and also improving oxygenation of the blood so that the body can heal itself more efficiently. The light photons support the tissue's own healing process and increase metabolic activity within the cells. As more blood flows through the body, more nutrients can be transported to the cells and more waste material can be transported out of the body more efficiently. This means that inflammation and swelling are reduced, muscle spasms stop, and there is less stiffness and pain. This treatment is drug-free, non-addictive, pain free, and for the vast majority of people, there are no side effects.
Laser therapy treatments are becoming increasingly popular because they are so well received by the body, therefore making them very effective. Surgery and prescription drugs can carry with them an element of risk; even minor surgeries have the potential for infection of the wound. There are also certain risks associated with the anaesthetic used during these medical procedures. Prescription drugs may interact with other medications someone is taking or could have unwanted side-effects. Non-invasive laser therapies are considered to be a lower risk compared to the more traditional western medical treatments.
What Can HPLT Help With?
- Tendinopathies
- Neuropathy
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Lateral Epicondylitis (More commonly known as Tennis Elbow)
- Muscle Strains
- Repetitive Stress Injuries (not just carpal tunnel, but overuse injuries from sports and from manual labor jobs too)
- Chondromalacia Patellae
- Sports Injuries
- Bell's Palsy
- Rheumatoid Arthritis and/or Osteoarthritis
- Shoulder, Back & Knee Pain
- Auto & Work Related Injuries
- Ligament Sprains
It can also help with many illnesses and chronic conditions, but it is always a good idea to speak to a doctor to get a proper diagnosis. Inform them that you are considering treatment using hot laser therapy so that your primary care physician can coordinate with your other therapists.
NEW 60W Laser Therapy Available
Our team just acquired one of the most effective high powered lasers that:
- Has the ability to penetrate deeper into the tissue
- Can promote faster healing
- Can reduce inflammation faster than older lasers
- Can alleviate pain at a quicker pace
Ask our team today about the benefits of laser therapy!