Dr. Paul Bryngelson provides innovative and effective treatments to our patients at Dream Street Chiropractic in Florence, Kentucky. One of the advanced therapies we offer is cold laser therapy, a non-invasive treatment that has gained recognition for its ability to promote healing and alleviate pain.
What is Cold Laser Therapy?
Cold laser therapy, also known as low-level laser therapy (LLLT), utilizes low-spectrum wavelengths of light to stimulate healing in tissues without causing thermal damage. The therapy involves the application of a handheld device that emits low-intensity laser light directly onto the injured area. This light passes through the skin and interacts with the cells, promoting various biological processes that aid in healing.
The mechanism behind cold laser therapy is based on the principle of photobiomodulation. When the laser light is absorbed by the cells, it stimulates the mitochondria, the powerhouse of the cell, to produce more adenosine triphosphate (ATP). Increased ATP production allows for faster cellular metabolism, leading to accelerated tissue repair and reduced inflammation.
How Chiropractors Use Cold Laser Therapy
At Dream Street Chiropractic in Florence, Kentucky, Dr. Bryngelson uses cold laser therapy to treat many different conditions. One of the primary applications of this therapy is pain management. Cold laser therapy can alleviate pain associated with conditions such as arthritis, tendonitis, and muscle strains. By reducing inflammation, patients often experience significant relief from chronic pain.
In addition to pain management, cold laser therapy is commonly used to support the healing of injuries. Chiropractors may recommend this therapy for sports injuries and post-surgical recovery. The non-invasive nature of cold laser therapy makes it an ideal option for patients seeking to recover without the use of medications or invasive procedures.
Cold laser therapy can also be beneficial for chronic conditions such as fibromyalgia, carpal tunnel syndrome, and other forms of neuropathy. By reducing the underlying causes of these conditions, chiropractors can help patients achieve improved function and quality of life.
Experience the Benefits of Cold Laser Therapy
Cold laser therapy is just one of the many tools we use to help our patients achieve optimal health and wellness at Dream Street Chiropractic. If you are interested in exploring how cold laser therapy can benefit you, call the Florence, Kentucky, office of Dr. Paul Bryngelson at (859) 647-7950 or request an appointment through our website.
Cold laser therapy is widely used for treatment of:
- Acute and chronic pain
- Ligament sprains
- Muscle strain
- Soft tissue injuries
- Tendonitis
- Arthritis
- Tennis elbow
- Back pain
- Bursitis
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Fibromyalgia
- Wound healing
Cold lasers are handheld devices used by the doctor and are typically the size of a flashlight. The laser is placed directly over the injured area for 30 seconds to several minutes, depending on the size of the area being treated and the dose provided by the cold laser unit.
Cold laser therapy is one option among a variety of treatment approaches that can potentially alleviate pain symptoms without the use of surgery or drugs.