Laser treatments initiate the healing process and can continue to reduce inflammation for 24-72 hours after treatment. It helps reduce pain, reduce inflammation, and enhance tissue healing— both in hard and soft tissues, including muscles, ligaments, or even bones.
What conditions does it treat?
Particularly effective when it is administered as soon as possible following injury (assuming there is no active bleeding). The faster the inflammation is reduced and the healing process can begin, the better.
Is Deep Tissue Laser different than Cold Laser?
Deep Tissue Laser Therapy is a Class IV laser, and cold laser is a Class III laser. You can treat a larger area with a Class IV laser. Because it can deliver more power, it takes less time to get the same therapeutic dose. For example, to treat a lower back with 3000 Joules, it would take 100 times longer with a class III laser!
How Many Treatments does it take?
Many people experience pain relief in 1 treatment. Recommended dosing is 2-3 times per week for 5-10 treatment sessions. Acute injuries usually require fewer treatments, while chronic conditions may need more.
Is this done in the office?
Yes, the deep tissue laser is performed in our Walnut Creek office.
Do I need an appointment?
We can complete a laser treatment during your normally scheduled physical therapy appointment, as it only takes a few minutes. You can also schedule a time to come in for laser on a day you do not have a physical therapy appointment.
