Low Level Laser Therapy - LLLT

Low level Laser Therapy (LLLT) commonly refers to the use of low powered laser light, in the range of 1-1000mW, at wavelengths from 632nm – 904nm to stimulate a biological response. The laser light is a form of photonic energy that is absorbed by the tissues of the body, stimulating their metabolic processes. There have been many new advancements in photo-biostimulation and many new forms have been emerging.

The use of LED's with wavelengths from as low as 395nm - 435nm have started to emerge, especially in the cosmetic industry for the killing of Bacteria from acne cases and in the water purification industry to kill micro-organisms such as viruses, bacteria, and fungus. This is commonly know as ultra-violet purification.

The advantages or effects of Low Level Laser Therapy have been recorded by many companies and independent testing groups with both clinical trials and double blinded studies.

Here are a few examples of the effects recorded. 

1. Increase in ATP formation.  (ATP=Adenosine Tri Phosphate, is a cellular energy)
2. Increase in protein synthesis.
3. Increase in enzymatic activity.
4. Modulating cell multiplication.
5. Increased Immune Response.
6. Improving micro circulation.
7. Anti inflammatory action.
8. Analgesic Action due to endorphin release
9. Improving collagen synthesis.
10. Correcting lipid metabolism.
11. Normalizing Blood pressure.
12. Reparative and regenerative action; etc.

The effectiveness of Laser and LED stimulation has been noted to have different effects on different tissue groups and depths based on the lasers wavelength and power. 

There are also 2 common laser types:

1. Continuous Mode Lasers - these lasers produce a steady stream of laser light that is constant in power and intensity. These lasers typically can't be used at the higher mW ranges without causing a heating or even a burning affect. This affect has been recorded with continuous lasers at powers over 200mW when focused to a small point.
2. Modulated Lasers - these lasers produce a modulated or pulsed stimulation typically from 1-20,000 Hz or pulses per second. By pulsing the laser you can use much higher power but reduce the amount of overall stimulation by 50% since the laser is only on 50% of the time and off 50% of the time.

BELOW IS A LIST OF CONDITIONS POPULARLY TREATED WITH LOW LEVEL LASER THERAPY OR (LLLT)

Visible Red Wavelengths:

• Herpes
• Apthous Ulcers
• Leg Ulcers
• Dermatitis
• Wound Healing
• Pain Relief
• Arthritis
• Burns
• Acute Epididymitis
• Otorhinolaryngology
• Gynecology
• Obstetrics
• Superficial AP Stimulation and Tonification
• Cosmetic
• Acne

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