HOW DOES IT WORK

The physiological effects of laser therapy have been extensively researched and the details of the mechanisms are increasingly becoming understood.

When a part of the body is injured it starts to produce Nitric Oxide. The presence of Nitric Oxide prevents Oxygen from entering the cell. Oxygen is needed in abundance for the cell to produce the energy needed to heal itself. The laser light frequencies actively displace Nitric Oxide,  so that Oxygen can flood in and normal cellular function can be restored.

In addition the laser light frequencies promote the growth of elastin and collagen which are the raw materials for the repair injured tissues. Research on cold laser therapy has also demonstrated both enhanced levels of endorphin release, and the suppression of pain messages previously sent to the brain.

Essentially by directly treating damaged tissue with appropriate light, laser therapy helps the body to heal itself.  It is especially effective for chronic conditions, or where the immune system is compromised, as it can also re-start a stalled healing process.

THE ADVANTAGES

Patients can benefit from the resolution of soft tissue injuries and pain syndromes with the discomfort and side effects of many other forms of treatment.

Patients respond quickly when treating soft tissue conditions and pain, with results usually evident in the first 1 – 2 treatments. 

THE TREATMENT

Treatment is quick, pain-free, easy to apply and effective.  Appropriate probes are placed on skin at particular points on or relating to the damaged area and light, which is controlled for wavelength, power, pulsing rate and duration passes into the tissue.

Depending upon the condition to be treated, laser therapy is offered on a  twice  or once weekly basis with progressively less frequent treatments until the condition has resolved.  The patient will feel nothing at the point of application, but may report a wonderful relaxed feeling, probably due to the laser’s effect on endorphin release as demonstrated in research.

ESTABLISHED AND SAFE

Laser therapy is extremely safe.  Low level lasers are used to treat a wide variety of conditions in medical organisations across the world.  Often called ‘soft’ of ‘cold’ laser, the low intensity laser beam does not cut or burn and has no side effects, other than the feeling of relaxation.  Laser goggles are worn as precautionary eye protection.

Most people are suitable for therapy although there are certain cautions and contra-indictations as with any form of electrotherapy equipment – your clinician will advise.

Kinesio Taping

The Kinesio Taping Method is a definitive rehabilitative taping technique that is designed to facilitate the body’s natural healing process while providing support and stability to muscles and joints without restricting the body’s range of motion as well as providing extended soft tissue manipulation to prolong the benefits of manual therapy administered within the clinical setting. Latex-free and wearable for days at a time, Kinesio Tape is safe for populations ranging from pediatric to geriatric, and successfully treats a variety of orthopedic, neuromuscular, neurological and other medical conditions. By targeting different receptors within the somatosensory system, Kinesio Tape alleviates pain and facilitates lymphatic drainage by microscopically lifting the skin. This lifting affect forms convolutions in the skin thus increasing interstitial space and allowing for a decrease in inflammation of the affected areas.

Deep Tissue Massage / Trigger Point Theraphy

Here at Absolute Chiropractic we believe that restoring the muscular structure in conjunction with the spinal Chiropractic Adjustments is paramount to the success of our treatments. This is what sets up apart from the rest, as we include deep tissue muscle work with ALL our treatments.

Some of the physical benefits of Deep Tissue Massage include:

Trigger points, also known as myofascial trigger points, are areas of hyperirritability in the soft tissue/muscle structure. These can be acute sources of pain or latent, unnoticed by the client until pressure is applied by the practitioner. Trigger points are manifested as small contraction knots in the muscles, that control the state of contraction and active ones may cause muscle spasm and referred pain. Treatment consists of physical therapy, manipulation and stretching. A firm digital pressure is applied by the practitioner, who is able to locate the specific points causing pain and restricted movement and these may often be located in places different to where the client actually feels the pain.

Exercise Rehabilitation

A fundamental part of chiropractic care at Absolute Chiropractic is the use of appropriate exercise. In the course of treatment, you will be given the responsibility of improving your condition by undertaking specific exercises. Reconditioning injured soft tissues such as ligaments and muscles is paramount in effecting improved range of motion of the joints. Exercises that facilitate the optimal length of the muscles and then strengthen them are key towards providing improvement from injury and maintaining health muscles and joints. The software we use, Web Exercises, will give you access to your personal tailored exercise prescription with video tutorials.

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