Pain has a way of making even the most mundane tasks hard to manage. And when injuries don’t seem to be healing, it can seem like you’ll be left in pain for the rest of your life. While this can certainly be disheartening, you don’t have to give up hope. Dr. Billy and Dr. Tyler at Wright Family Chiropractic of Austin and Cedar Park, TX, share how laser therapy can make a difference, help you heal, and get you back to your life more quickly.

Understanding Therapeutic Laser Treatments

Laser treatments might sound a little intimidating, but there is nothing to worry about. This technique sends low, very safe levels of laser or light energy into the treatment area where it’s absorbed by the tissues and cells. After absorbing near-infrared light, the cells release more ATP and the body jump-starts its natural healing processes, which cause the following to occur.

• Blood vessels are dilated and the lymphatic system drains the waste, which reduces inflammation and swelling
• Damaged tissue and cells begin to repair
• Nerve tissue begins to regenerate and reconnect, which improves nerve function
• Painful trigger points are broken up
• New capillaries form in the damaged area, which further speeds up the recovery of the tissue and reduces the likelihood of scar tissue forming

Together, these benefits lead to natural pain relief and a much faster recovery process.

Can Laser Treatments Help Me?

Laser treatments are effective in treating many issues, including but not limited to:

• Chronic neck and back pain
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• TMJ
• Sprains and strains
• Elbow pain and injuries
• Joint pain
• Tendonitis
• Herniated discs
• Sciatica
• Plantar fasciitis
• Myofascial pain

The exact techniques used in your treatment plan will depend specifically on your injuries, symptoms, and needs. After an assessment, your chiropractor can determine if laser treatments can be beneficial for you.

To learn if laser therapy is the right treatment for you, visit Dr. Billy and Dr. Tyler at Wright Family Chiropractic. You can schedule an appointment at our Austin, TX, office by calling (512) 476-5695 or our Cedar Park, TX, office by calling (512) 249-8800.