Using Cold Therapy With The Help Of A Chiropractor Stockbridge GA

By Clinton Arnhold


A "cold laser" might sound like a contradiction in terms. Lasers heat things up, right? Actually, the more specific term is Low Level Laser Therapy. It's called "cold" because the frequency of light used is shifted towards the ultraviolet, with no thermal (infrared) energy being released. The frequency is chosen because it can penetrate two to five centimeters below the skin.

As the light energy is introduced into the cells, it speeds up how the cells work. This makes cells to heal faster. The light introduced into the cells help to reduce swelling and pain. Multiple research studies have shown that this procedure does indeed work. It was first tried out in 1967.

This technique is used to relieve pain from people who are suffering from different illnesses. This includes arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, pain from the neck and spine and fibromyalgia. It is mainly used to deal with moderate pain and not extreme pain.

This technique can be quite effective if it is used together with other therapies, such as massage. You may need to get multiple sessions, sometimes as much as 30 before you can experience any serious relief. You will have to pay for the sessions out of pocket as most health insurers don't cover it.

You can get cold laser therapy from a doctor or a Stockbridge Georgia chiropractic clinic or other alternative provider. It may be prescribed in conjunction with chiropractic adjustment, electrical muscle stimulation, TENS, and with ergonomics and exercises to help speed recovery.

If you have consistent pain in your back, joints or neck, see a chiropractic professional. The worst thing that could happen is for the procedure not to work out, but you will only know whether it works or not if you try it out. During the sessions, you have to wear protective goggles over your eyes.




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