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Hot lasers due to the significantly higher power, tend to penetrate deeper and create a significantly higher photon density at the target tissue. This significantly increases photon uptake by the compromised cells and rapidly increases ATP production in the Mitochondria. Cold lasers, due to significantly lower power, take much longer to accomplish photon density. The depth of penetration is also determined by the wavelength of the light. A 30 Watt hot laser will treat an arthritic knee to the point of pain relief, in about 5 minutes. A 150 milliwatt cold laser would take over 16 hours to deliver the same dose.
Class IV laser therapy is effective for dealing with a wide range of issues in an effective manner.
For example, with Plantar Fasciitis, which is an inflammation of the band of tissue (the plantar fascia) that extends from the heel to the toes, you can quickly achieve remarkable results starting from the first treatment. In this condition, the fascia first becomes irritated and then inflamed, resulting in heel pain. Heel pain may also be due to other causes, such as a stress fracture, tendonitis, arthritis, nerve irritation, or a cyst. Regardless of the cause, the laser therapy quickly reduces both pain and inflammation and sets in motion a cascade of healing responses. A treatment of such a condition may proceed as follows:
Laser therapy is the application of red and or infra-red electro-magnetic energy, which enters the body as photons.
Photons are small packets of light energy which are delivered through laser beams, which stay fairly narrow and do not diverge like a regular light bulb or LED. The amount and depth of penetration from this photonic energy is significant, and dependent upon a number of different factors related to the patient and the power of the laser therapy machine. The most therapeutically effective lasers are powerful Class 4 multi-wavelength lasers that can deliver 90-100% duty cycle at continuous wave (CW). High output lasers such as the REMY, REMY FX, and UltaLaser all meet these requirements. They carry the most extensive FDA Clearances that allow for the greatest range, and acceptance of “scope of practice” treatment capabilities, for the widest range of practitioners.
Research shows that tissues targeted by High Power Laser Therapy are stimulated to increase production of a cellular enzyme called Cytochrome C Oxidase, which is critical to the production of ATP. ATP is the primary fuel for all living cells. With increased ATP production at the target tissue, and thus greater cellular energy, a host of biological responses is facilitated. Pain mediation is achieved, inflammation is reduced, cellular metabolism is increased , vascular activity is improved, scar tissue is reduced or dissolved, and accelerated healing is achieved. These are the primary benefits and photo-chemical effects of High Power Laser Therapy, such as that delivered by REMY and UltaLaser Class 4 Therapy Lasers.
Multi-functional lasers for most modalities. The greatest range of features & power on the market.
1. Accelerated Tissue Repair And Cell Growth
Accelerate cellular reproduction and growth. No other physical therapy modality can penetrate the bony patella and deliver healing energy to the articular surface between the underside of the patella and the femur. Cells of cartilage, bone, tendons, ligaments and muscles are repaired faster as a result of exposure to laser light.
2. Reduced Fibrous Tissue Formation
Laser therapy reduces the formation of scar tissue following tissue damage and acute and chronic inflammatory processes. This point is paramount because fibrous (scar) tissue is less elastic, has poorer circulation, is more pain sensitive, weaker, and much more prone to re-injury and frequent exacerbation.
3. Anti-Inflammation
Laser light therapy has an anti-inflammatory effect, as it causes vasodilation and activation of the lymphatic drainage system. As a result, there is a reduction in swelling caused by biomechanical stress, trauma, overuse, or systemic conditions.
4. Analgesia
Laser therapy has a beneficial effect on pain through the suppression of nerve signal transmission over unmyelinated c-fibers that transmit pain to the brain. This means that a greater amount of stimuli is required to create an action potential within the nerve to signal pain. Another pain blocking mechanism involves the production of high levels of pain killing chemicals such as endorphins and enkephalins from the brain and adrenal gland.
5. Improved Vascular Activity
Laser light will significantly increase the formation of new capillaries (angiogenesis) in damaged tissue that will speed up the healing process. Additionally, it has been noted in the literature that microcirculation increases secondary to vasodilation during laser treatment.
6. Increased Metabolic Activity
Laser therapy creates higher outputs of specific enzymes
7. Improved Nerve Function
Class IV laser therapeutic machine accelerates the process of nerve cell regeneration and increases the amplitude of action potentials
8. Immunoregulation
Stimulation of immunoglobulins and lymphocytes
9. Stimulates Trigger Points and Acupuncture Points
Stimulates muscle trigger points, restoration of muscular tonus and balance
The majority of therapeutic laser equipments used are commonly known as “cold lasers”. These lasers have very low power and for that reason do not generate any heat on the skin. Treatment with these lasers is known as “Low Level Laser Therapy” (LLLT).
Class 4 therapy lasers are “hot lasers”. These lasers are much more powerful than cold lasers normally more than 100x more powerful. Therapy with these lasers feels warm and soothing because of the higher energy. This therapy is known as “High Intensity Laser Therapy” (HILT).
Hot lasers due to the significantly higher power, tend to penetrate deeper and create a significantly higher photon density at the target tissue. This significantly increases photon uptake by the compromised cells and rapidly increases ATP production in the Mitochondria. Cold lasers, due to significantly lower power, take much longer to accomplish photon density. The depth of penetration is also determined by the wavelength of the light. A 30 Watt hot laser will treat an arthritic knee to the point of pain relief, in about 5 minutes. A 150 milliwatt cold laser would take over 16 hours to deliver the same dose.
Class IV laser therapy is effective for dealing with a wide range of issues in an effective manner.
For example, with Plantar Fasciitis, which is an inflammation of the band of tissue (the plantar fascia) that extends from the heel to the toes, you can quickly achieve remarkable results starting from the first treatment. In this condition, the fascia first becomes irritated and then inflamed, resulting in heel pain. Heel pain may also be due to other causes, such as a stress fracture, tendonitis, arthritis, nerve irritation, or a cyst. Regardless of the cause, the laser therapy quickly reduces both pain and inflammation and sets in motion a cascade of healing responses. A treatment of such a condition may proceed as follows:
Laser therapy is the application of red and or infra-red electro-magnetic energy, which enters the body as photons.
Photons are small packets of light energy which are delivered through laser beams, which stay fairly narrow and do not diverge like a regular light bulb or LED. The amount and depth of penetration from this photonic energy is significant, and dependent upon a number of different factors related to the patient and the power of the laser therapy machine. The most therapeutically effective lasers are powerful Class 4 multi-wavelength lasers that can deliver 90-100% duty cycle at continuous wave (CW). High output lasers such as the REMY, REMY FX, and UltaLaser all meet these requirements. They carry the most extensive FDA Clearances that allow for the greatest range, and acceptance of “scope of practice” treatment capabilities, for the widest range of practitioners.
Research shows that tissues targeted by High Power Laser Therapy are stimulated to increase production of a cellular enzyme called Cytochrome C Oxidase, which is critical to the production of ATP. ATP is the primary fuel for all living cells. With increased ATP production at the target tissue, and thus greater cellular energy, a host of biological responses is facilitated. Pain mediation is achieved, inflammation is reduced, cellular metabolism is increased , vascular activity is improved, scar tissue is reduced or dissolved, and accelerated healing is achieved. These are the primary benefits and photo-chemical effects of High Power Laser Therapy, such as that delivered by REMY and UltaLaser Class 4 Therapy Lasers.
Multi-functional lasers for most modalities. The greatest range of features & power on the market.
