Cold laser therapy – a.k.a. LLLT (low-level laser therapy), refers to a noninvasive medical technique that employs a handheld device that emits specific wavelengths of low-level light. According to Dr. Pete in Carrollton, GA, this innovative device, which doesn’t generate heat, can effectively decrease pain and improve blood flow to inflamed, damaged, or injured tissue including tendons.
What is Tendonitis?
Tendons are soft tissue structures or strong bands of fibers that attach muscles to bones. When these fibrous bands become swollen or inflamed, it is called tendonitis. Tendinitis can happen to any tendon – from an injury or overuse; it typically impacts these sites -
- Shoulder
- Elbow
- Wrist
- Thumb
- Knee
- Heel (specifically - Achilles tendinitis), to name a few.
Tendonitis Symptoms
Symptoms vary but tend to include one or more of the following -
- Discomfort and/or pain along a tendon – particularly near the related joint.
- Pain at night and becomes worse from activity and movement.
- Stiffness, especially when awakening, and more.
Benefits of Laser Therapy
Cold laser therapy, which involves photons deeply penetrating the soft tissues, causes a cascade of biochemical events and offers these benefits -
Anti-inflammatory and Analgesic Properties
- This therapy provides anti-inflammatory effects, which help with the natural drainage of the lymphatic system near the damaged tendon.
- Tendonitis can generate pain and discomfort. Cold laser therapy can help block pain receptors and decrease nerve sensitivity, which helps reduce tendonitis discomfort and pain.
Accelerated Cell Growth
The low-level light provided by this therapy technique helps trigger the cellular repair processes, leading to faster healing and recovery.
Enhanced Metabolism
The laser helps dilate blood vessels, which ultimately improves blood circulation. The result is that your capillaries have the potential to carry more nutrients/oxygen to the damaged tendons and areas.
Contact a Leading Carrollton, GA Chiropractor Near You
If you're experiencing spinal pain or discomfort, contact Dr. Pete or a member of our professional team at 770-832-2226 or online.