Light therapy, also known as Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) or Photobiomodulation (PBM) is a low intensity light therapy. The North American Association of Light Therapy defines PBM as , “A form of light therapy that utilizes non-ionizing forms of light sources, including LASERS, LEDs, and broad-band light, in the visible and infrared spectrum. It is a non-thermal process involving endogenous chromophores eliciting photophysical (i.e. linear and non-linear) and photochemical events at various biological scales. This process results in beneficial therapeutic outcomes including but not limited to the alleviation of pain or inflammation, immunomodulation, and promotion of wound healing and tissue regeneration.” This process can be compared to photosynthesis in plants.
L.A.S.E.R. (Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation) is a name for a type of intense radiation of the light spectrum.
A laser is a beam of light in which high energies can be concentrated. Laser light has unique physical properties, which other types of light do not have. These are coherence and monochromaticity. This is what makes laser light so effective compared to other kinds of light in the field of pain reduction and healing.
Laser treatment (also known as phototherapy and low level laser therapy) involves the application of low power coherent light to injuries and lesions to stimulate healing and reduce pain. It is used to increase the speed, quality and strength of tissue repair, resolve inflammation and give pain relief. Low level laser technology has been found to offer superior healing and pain relieving effects compared to other electrotherapeutic modalities such as ultrasound, especially in dealing with chronic problems and in the early stages of acute injuries.
Low level laser technology is a complete system of treating muscle, tendon, ligament, connective tissue, bone, nerve, and dermal tissues in a non-invasive, drug-free modality.
Multi Radiance Laser devices are FDA cleared in the U.S. for the following indications of use:
☀️ Temporary relief of minor muscle pain
☀️ Temporary relief of joint pain
☀️ Temporary relief of arthritis
☀️ Temporary relief of muscle spasm
☀️ Relieving stiffness and promoting relaxation of muscle tissue
☀️ Symptomatic relief and management of chronic intractable pain
☀️ Adjunctive treatment for post-surgical and post-trauma acute pain
What conditions would prevent me from getting a light treatment?
Light therapy should not be used near a pacemaker, if you are pregnant or have an active cancer diagnosis.
Multi Radiance devices have a Class 1M safety rating.