LightForce® Class IV 40w Therapy Laser
FYZICAL Bridgeville, located in South Fayette Township, is the ONLY PHYSICAL THERAPY CLINIC IN THE SOUTH HILLS area to provide the 40W LightForce® XLi Class IV with Empower IQ™ Delivery System.
This system combines power and intelligence to bring innovation to the laser therapy treatment room. The LightForce XLi brings science and technology together to make treatments more efficient.
Our clinicians can treat deeper and faster while covering more tissue area. We are delivering the laser service that is changing the game in healing and pain management.
The 40W LightForce XLi is extremely powerful and versatile for patients' needs:
Acute Conditions
Laser therapy has been shown to be effective to help treat acute conditions. Bringing pain under control quickly helps the healing process and helps promote better outcomes.
Chronic Conditions
With chronic conditions, research has shown that therapy lasers can be used to help combat persistent pain and promote circulation to damaged tissues. It can be a powerful, non-pharmaceutical solution to help reduce pain without the side effects of medication1,2.
Post-Activity Recovery
Many pro, college, and Olympic sports teams across the United States and many parts of Europe and Asia use this technology. Laser therapy has been shown to be effective at improving post-activity recovery times and reducing delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS).
What can be helped by the Class IV Laser therapy provided by FYZICAL Bridgeville?
- TMJ
- Neck Pain
- Shoulder Pain
- Elbow & Joint Pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Low Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Arthritis
- Sports Injuries
- Soft Tissue Damage
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Chronic and acute pain
- Arthritis/Osteoarthritis
- Lymphedema
- Post-operative
- Inflammation
- Tissues: nerves, tendons, ligaments, muscles, joint capsules, and more
Increases:
- Tissue oxygenation and nutrition
- Synthesis of ATP
- Rate of tissue regeneration
- Microcirculation
What is the purpose of laser therapy?
Laser therapy, or photobiomodulation, is the process of photons entering the tissue and interacting with the cytochrome c complex within the cell mitochondria. The result of this interaction, and the point of conducting laser therapy treatments, is the biological cascade of events that leads to an increase in cellular metabolism (promoting tissue healing) and a decrease in pain. Laser therapy is used to treat acute and chronic conditions as well as post-activity recovery. It is also used as another option to prescription drugs, and as well for pre- and post-surgery treatment to help control pain.
Is laser therapy painful? What does laser therapy feel like?
Laser therapy treatments must be administered directly to skin, as laser light cannot penetrate through layers of clothing. You will feel a soothing warmth as the therapy is administered. Many patients receiving LightForce® Therapy Laser treatments report enjoying the experience, especially when a massage-ball treatment head is used to deliver what is often referred to as a “laser massage.”
Patients receiving treatments with higher-power lasers also frequently report a rapid decrease in pain. For someone suffering from chronic pain, this effect can be particularly pronounced. Laser therapy for pain can be a viable treatment.
Is laser therapy safe?
Class IV laser therapy (now called photobiomodulation) devices were cleared in 2004 by the FDA for the safe and efficacious reduction of pain and increasing micro-circulation. Therapy lasers are safe and effective treatment options to reduce musculoskeletal pain due to injury. The biggest risk to injury during laser therapy treatments is to the eye, which is why certified, protective eyewear is always required during treatments. LightForce® therapy lasers are cleared by the FDA and adhere to strict ISO standards in order to provide you with a safe, non-invasive treatment option and effective alternative to drugs and surgery.
How long does a therapy session last?
Treatments are quick, usually 3-10 minutes depending on the size, depth, and acuteness of the condition being treated. High-power lasers are able to deliver a lot of energy in a small amount of time, allowing therapeutic dosages to be achieved quickly. For patients and clinicians with packed schedules, fast and effective treatments are a must.
How often will I need to get treated with laser therapy?
Most clinicians will encourage their patients to receive 2-3 treatments per week as the therapy is initiated. There is well-documented support that the benefits of laser therapy are cumulative, suggesting that plans for incorporating laser as part of a patient’s plan of care should involve early, frequent treatments that may be administered less frequently as the symptoms resolve.
How many treatment sessions will I need?
The nature of the condition and the patient’s response to the treatments will play a key role in determining how many treatments will be needed. Most laser therapy plans of care will involve 6-12 treatments, with more treatment needed for longer standing, chronic conditions. Your therapist will develop a treatment plan that is optimal for your condition.
How long will it take until I notice a difference?
Patients often report improved sensation, including a therapeutic warmth and some analgesia immediately after the treatment. For noticeable changes in symptoms and condition, patients should undergo a series of treatments as the benefits of laser therapy from one treatment to the next are cumulative.
Does insurance cover treatments?
Generally insurances do not reimburse for laser treatments despite there being codes that can be used to submit for the service. Laser treatments are usually handled as a cash transaction between the clinic and the patient. Average cost of a treatment varies across the country. FYZICAL Bridgeville offers discounts and special pricing when purchasing visits in packages. Ask about current promotions!
Do I have to limit my activities?
Laser therapy will not limit a patient’s activities. The nature of a specific pathology and the current stage within the healing process will dictate appropriate activity levels. The Class IV laser will often reduce pain which will make it easier to perform different activities and will often help restore more normal joint mechanics. That being said, reduced pain should not overshadow the advice of a medical professional that understands how the laser will fit into a rehabilitation protocol when deciding how aggressively to push functional limits.
Can laser be effective as a post-surgical treatment for pain?
Absolutely! Some of the most consistently reported benefits of laser therapy are related to reduced pain after treatment. Research has shown that PBM can speed up the healing process of certain tissues through increased cellular metabolism. For post-surgical patients, appropriate doses of light energy can be delivered to effectively reduce pain, without negatively impacting the body’s natural healing process. (Langella LG, Casalechi HL, Tomazoni SS, Johnson DS, Albertini R, Pallotta RC, Marcos RL, de Carvalho PTC, Leal-Junior ECP. Photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) on acute pain and inflammation in patients who underwent total hip arthroplasty-a randomized, triple-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial. Lasers Med Sci. 2018 Dec)
CONTACT US TODAY AT FYZICAL BRIDGEVILLE! You can add the treatment on to a physical therapy session or in standalone packages. We also provide group services for your athletic, medical, and corporate needs!
