Laser
Therapy |
Laser is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. Devices such as this have become part of our lives, and laser therapy is the latest outcome of research into laser in the field of science and medicine. |
| Laser therapy is a safe and effective form of electrotherapy, similar to other established from such as ultrasound and interferential therapy. However the laser has a much wider application in the clinical situation and thus becomes much more versatile for the therapist. |
At The Mersea Road Clinic all the Osteopaths are trained in the use of Laser and often use it to supplement more traditional Osteopathic techniques. The laser is particularly useful if you are in such pain that you cannot bear too much physical treatment – the laser application is absolutely pain free! The Laser is
particularly effective in treatment of the following conditions
& injuries: How Does Laser Work? Laser is applied to damaged or injured tissues to encourage the body’s natural healing properties by speeding up the repair mechanisms. This occurs as red light waves are delivered to the site of the injury – this simulates the cell to release certain biochemicals and so initiate a low grade inflammatory process. This is the first step of the healing cascade which increases local blood supply delivering natural analgesic chemicals. In turn this reduces pain and stimulates tissue repair. Laser Therapy at The Mersea Road Laser therapy at the clinic is applied by Osteopaths who have been trained in the use of the laser therapy. The laser is used is conjunction with traditional Osteopathic treatment in order to provide the optimal care for you and your injury. The laser may be used to affect tissues deep within joints or underlying large muscles as the laser light beam can be directed to hit certain tissues very accurately. Alternatively it may be used to reduce swelling surrounding injured tissues so removing pressure and irritation, and facilitate the healing process. In some cases it may just be used as a more comfortable treatment mode if the site of injury is very tender to touch. The following are some of the injuries which have responded particularly well to laser treatment: .
Muscle pulls & tears |