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Photobiomodulation Therapy
Photobiomodulation Therapy (PBMT) is the use of Low Level Laser Light for the reduction of pain, inflammation and swelling and the promotion of the regeneration of tissues.
It works at a cellular level by increasing the production of ATP within the mitochondria of the cell and reducing oxidative stress. Basically it helps the body to heal itself by increasing cellular energy and reducing inflammatory markers.
Clinical Benefits
Tissue Repair and Survival
Improved speed and quality of regeneration of skin, muscle, tendon, bone and nerves. Improves tissue survival (resilience) so can be used as a preventative treatment
Anti Inflammatory
Resolution of inflammation at least equal to Non Steroidal Anti Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS) but without side effects.
Oedema
Lymph nodes drain more lymph fluid leading to less swelling.
Blood Flow
Increased blood flow promoting better healing.
Analgesia
Inhibition of certain nerve fibres that directly leads to pain relief without the need for drugs.
Muscle Performance
More strength, reduced fatigue, faster recovery
Conditions
There is extensive research and anecdotal cases that show that PBMT is effective in treatment of a great number of conditions. The following is a number of examples but there are many more.
It can be used in cases where other manual therapies are inappropriate because the patient is in too much pain or frail.
Achilles Tendinitis
Arthritic Pain
Bursitis
Cervicogenic Headaches
Costochondritis
Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS)
Fibromyalgia
Frozen Shoulder
Joint Inflammation
Joint Sprains
Mechanical Low Back Pain
Muscle Strains and Tears
Plantar Fasciitis
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Sciatic Pain
Tennis and Golfers Elbow
Wound Healing
Contraindications
The use of PBMT is extremely safe. The therapist and patient must wear specialist glasses to protect the eyes. Unlike medications, there are no adverse side effects.
