Low Intensity Laser Therapy (Cold Laser Therapy)
1. What is Laser Therapy?
Low Intensity Laser Therapy (LILT) is the use of light from a Low Intensity Laser Diode or an array of Superluminous Diodes to eliminate pain, accelerate healing and decrease inflammation.
Laser Therapy does not heat or cut tissue, unlike high intensity lasers. Many pharmacological treatments mask pain or only address the symptoms of the
disease. Laser Therapy treats the underlying condition or pathology to promote healing. This means that the treatments are effective and the benefits of Laser Therapy are long lasting.
The Bioflex Laser System
is the most advanced laser system available. BioFlex Laser Systems utilize a three step therapeutic approach, which includes a Red SLD array, Infrared SLD array and a Laser Probe. This allows for complete treatment of all tissues involved. Other systems may offer quick treatment timess, often only 8-12 minutes, but optimal results can only be achieved when the entire depth of tissues is treated.
2. What conditions can be treated with Laser Therapy?
Laser Therapy can be used to treat a broad range of medical conditions, including musculoskeletal problems, arthritis, sports injuries, wounds, chronic and degenerative conditions, repetitive strains and tendinitis, and dermatological problems.
Common Conditions Treated:
General
Visit http://www.bioflexlaser.com for a complete list of treatable conditions.
3. How long does a treatment take?
Treatments can last between 15 minutes to 1 hour depending on the condition and area being treated. These time frames are based on very specific protocols set out by your clinician to maximize the benefits in the shortest period of time.
4. How many treatments are needed?
The number of treatments will vary with regard to the individual problem as every patient and condition responds to Laser Therapy uniquely. In a recent clinical report on over 1,000 patients treated with the BioFlex Professional Laser Therapy System, patients averaged slightly less than 10 treatments to resolve their condition. In some patients, 1 treatment may be sufficient; however, on average, 3-25 treatments are required. In some cases, additional
maintenance treatments may be recommended. Like many other modalities, the total number of treatments depends on the age, severity, chronicity, and nature of the condition as well as factors regarding the patient's age, overall health, and even exercise levels.
5. How much does one charge for treatment?
At Biamonte Chiropractic Centre, we charge $35-55 per treatment, spending on specific protocols involved.
6. Is Laser Therapy covered by public or private insurance plans?
Every insurance company is different and every plan within each insurance company may vary so we recommend you contact your company and ask if you have coverage for Chiropractic treatments, as the Laser Therapy sessions are administered and supervised by Dr. Biamonte. We can bill directly for most insurance companies, meaning little to no out-of-pocket expense for many of our patients.
7. Is Laser Therapy safe?
Hundreds of research studies have shown Laser Therapy to be safe and effective. Laser Therapy is non-invasive, non-toxic and non-thermal. Unlike other forms of radiation, Laser Therapy is beneficial rather than harmful to tissue. The BioFlex Laser Therapy system is FDA and Health Canada approved. There are very stringent safety protocols have have to be met to ensure complete and continuous patient safety.
8. What is the BioFlex Laser Therapy?
BioFlex is a highly sophisticated therapeutic device that combines the benefits of Low Intensity Lasers with Superluminous Diodes for the effective treatment of many medical disorders. Developed and engineered by Meditech International Inc., BioFlex represents the most significant technological advancement in Laser Therapy.
BioFlex Laser Therapy is able to influence the pathology directly at the cellular level, resulting in therapeutic benefits that are long lasting and address the underlying condition or pathology. This is unlike many other conventional treatments which treat only the symptoms or site of pain, without addressing the source of pain.
9. How does Laser Therapy work?
Laser therapy is based on the principles that light photons of a certain wavelength will penetrate into cells and initiate increased levels of energy production which results in a higher level of metabolic activity which then translates directly to increase protein synthesis. More proteins produced by the cells, results in more tissue healing.
Call our office at (905) 357-1543 to schedule your appointment or to ask any questions you may have.
1. What is Laser Therapy?
Low Intensity Laser Therapy (LILT) is the use of light from a Low Intensity Laser Diode or an array of Superluminous Diodes to eliminate pain, accelerate healing and decrease inflammation.
Laser Therapy does not heat or cut tissue, unlike high intensity lasers. Many pharmacological treatments mask pain or only address the symptoms of the
disease. Laser Therapy treats the underlying condition or pathology to promote healing. This means that the treatments are effective and the benefits of Laser Therapy are long lasting.
The Bioflex Laser System
is the most advanced laser system available. BioFlex Laser Systems utilize a three step therapeutic approach, which includes a Red SLD array, Infrared SLD array and a Laser Probe. This allows for complete treatment of all tissues involved. Other systems may offer quick treatment timess, often only 8-12 minutes, but optimal results can only be achieved when the entire depth of tissues is treated.
2. What conditions can be treated with Laser Therapy?
Laser Therapy can be used to treat a broad range of medical conditions, including musculoskeletal problems, arthritis, sports injuries, wounds, chronic and degenerative conditions, repetitive strains and tendinitis, and dermatological problems.
Common Conditions Treated:
General
- repetitive stress injury
- carpal tunnel syndrome
- rotator cuff tear
- epicondylitis
- fibromyalgia
- reflex sympathetic dystrophy
- temporo-mandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ)
- ligament and tendon tears
- fractures with associated soft tissue injuries
- facet joint syndrome
- bulging and herniated discs
- contusions
- tendonitis
- myositis
- synovitis
- bursitis
- plantar fasciitis
- rheumatoid arthritis
- osteoarthritis
- chondromalacia patella
- discogenic and vertebrogenic radiculopathy
- spinal stenosis
- calcifications (e.g. bone spurs)
Visit http://www.bioflexlaser.com for a complete list of treatable conditions.
3. How long does a treatment take?
Treatments can last between 15 minutes to 1 hour depending on the condition and area being treated. These time frames are based on very specific protocols set out by your clinician to maximize the benefits in the shortest period of time.
4. How many treatments are needed?
The number of treatments will vary with regard to the individual problem as every patient and condition responds to Laser Therapy uniquely. In a recent clinical report on over 1,000 patients treated with the BioFlex Professional Laser Therapy System, patients averaged slightly less than 10 treatments to resolve their condition. In some patients, 1 treatment may be sufficient; however, on average, 3-25 treatments are required. In some cases, additional
maintenance treatments may be recommended. Like many other modalities, the total number of treatments depends on the age, severity, chronicity, and nature of the condition as well as factors regarding the patient's age, overall health, and even exercise levels.
5. How much does one charge for treatment?
At Biamonte Chiropractic Centre, we charge $35-55 per treatment, spending on specific protocols involved.
6. Is Laser Therapy covered by public or private insurance plans?
Every insurance company is different and every plan within each insurance company may vary so we recommend you contact your company and ask if you have coverage for Chiropractic treatments, as the Laser Therapy sessions are administered and supervised by Dr. Biamonte. We can bill directly for most insurance companies, meaning little to no out-of-pocket expense for many of our patients.
7. Is Laser Therapy safe?
Hundreds of research studies have shown Laser Therapy to be safe and effective. Laser Therapy is non-invasive, non-toxic and non-thermal. Unlike other forms of radiation, Laser Therapy is beneficial rather than harmful to tissue. The BioFlex Laser Therapy system is FDA and Health Canada approved. There are very stringent safety protocols have have to be met to ensure complete and continuous patient safety.
8. What is the BioFlex Laser Therapy?
BioFlex is a highly sophisticated therapeutic device that combines the benefits of Low Intensity Lasers with Superluminous Diodes for the effective treatment of many medical disorders. Developed and engineered by Meditech International Inc., BioFlex represents the most significant technological advancement in Laser Therapy.
BioFlex Laser Therapy is able to influence the pathology directly at the cellular level, resulting in therapeutic benefits that are long lasting and address the underlying condition or pathology. This is unlike many other conventional treatments which treat only the symptoms or site of pain, without addressing the source of pain.
9. How does Laser Therapy work?
Laser therapy is based on the principles that light photons of a certain wavelength will penetrate into cells and initiate increased levels of energy production which results in a higher level of metabolic activity which then translates directly to increase protein synthesis. More proteins produced by the cells, results in more tissue healing.
Call our office at (905) 357-1543 to schedule your appointment or to ask any questions you may have.
