We Got a Laser!

 After thinking about it for several years–probably at least 5 years–I finally decided it was time! Our office has invested in a Laser. MLS Laser Therapy is the most advanced laser therapy system available, offering our patients an alternative to injections and other invasive treatments. Laser therapy is a painless, drugless, noninvasive way to help you recover from painful and costly injuries and conditions. And I know first hand…you see what really put me over the top in the decision to invest in one is the fact I had seen the results first hand. I had been dealing with a couple running-related injuries, and I found that the laser treatments really “cleaned things up” in terms of the healing and inflammatory processes…and I want to be able to offer as many cutting edge treatments as I can at our office, especially when they have no side effects!

MLS Laser Therapy uses a patented multiwave, fully robotic laser to significantly reduce pain and inflammation, while also promoting soft tissue repair. Two wavelengths are used in unison, penetrating the affected area of the body for optimal results. Each wavelength delivers different results:

Wavelength 1: continuous laser at 808 nanometers; reduces inflammation and swelling

Wavelength 2: pulsed laser at 905 nanometers; reaches deeper into tissue and nerves for pain relief

An energetic synergy is created when delivering these wavelengths that produces greater anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects than either can produce on its own, while minimizing the risk of thermal damage. It is this unique combination and synchronization of continuous and pulsed emissions that characterizes MLS and distinguishes it from other Class IV lasers.

Once absorbed by the body, these specific wavelengths of light promotes a cascade of cellular activity, including: igniting the production of enzymes; stimulating mitochondria and ATP synthesis; increasing vasodilation and lymphatic drainage; and elevating collagen formation substances to prevent the formation of scar tissues.

As a result of exposure to the MLS Laser, the cells of tendons, ligaments and muscles can repair themselves up to 30% faster, getting you back to your normal life quickly and safely!

1 ANTI-INFLAMMATORY

Reduces inflammation and edema by stimulating

lymphatic drainage and vasodilation.

2 ANALGESIC

Stimulates the production of endorphins and

enkephalin to block the transmission of

painful sensations to the brain. Reduced pain

is also a secondary result of reduced edema

and inflammation.

3 ACCELERATED TISSUE

REPAIR AND CELL GROWTH

Photons penetrate deep into the tissue and

accelerate cellular growth and reproduction.

Laser increases the energy available to cells

so they can take on nutrients, remove waste,

and repair themselves faster.

4 IMPROVED VASCULAR ACTIVITY

Increases the formation of capillaries in

damaged tissue to accelerate the healing

process. Additional benefits include

temporary vasodilation and an increase in

blood vessel diameter.

5 INCREASED METABOLIC ACTIVITY

Creates higher outputs of specific enzymes,

greater oxygen and food particle loads

6 TRIGGER AND ACCUPUNCTURE POINTS

Stimulates acupuncture and muscle trigger

points to non-invasively provide musculoskeletal

pain relief.

7 REDUCED FIBROUS TISSUE FORMATION

Reduces the formation of scar tissue following

tissue damage from cuts, scratches, burns,

or surgery.

8 IMPROVED NERVE FUNCTION

Accelerates the process of nerve cell

re-connection and increase the amplitude of

action potentials to optimize muscle healing.

9 IMMUNOREGULATION

Stimulates immunoglobulins and lymphocytes.

Activate the enzyme flavomononucleotide to

start the production of ATP—the major carrier

of cell energy and the energy source for all

chemical reactions in the cells.

10 FASTER WOUND HEALING

Stimulates the development of fibroblast—an

essential protein for tissue repair. As a result,

MLS Laser Therapy is effective for postsurgical

healing and the treatment