What is Low Level Laser Therapy?
When people hear the word “laser” it isn't a comforting word. To most people, the word “laser” and the word “healing” don't go together. But just think, few years ago, the word “botox” (from the poison: botulism toxin) and the word “beauty” didn't go together either. Now comparing laser to botox is maybe not a good idea. After all, Low Level Laser Therapy is safe, painless and with no side effects. Botox? Well, let's just say that the jury is still out on that one.
But the fact is, what seems strange and unusual today may seem commonplace tomorrow. We just haven't had a chance to think about it yet.
Low level laser is a form of light therapy that the body uses to heal itself. How does this happen?
Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) works to heal your body on the cellular level. There are trillions of cells that make up your body. There are muscle cells, blood cells, ligament cells… Each cell of your body, even ones deep inside, has a site on it called a light receptor. I find this amazing. These cells will never see the light of day, and yet they have a light receiver on them.
Light is a form of energy. As we shine the Low Level Laser Light into the body, it is grabbed by these light receptors. Then using its own little energy factories, called mitochondria, the cell turns this light energy into cellular energy.
It takes cellular energy to heal. Thus, we give the body the energy it wants and needs and it uses it to mend itself.
In effect, LLLT kick-starts your bodies own repairing machinery.
Does LLLT hurt? Not at all. It is simply a safe form of light. You will feel nothing as the therapist shines the laser on your sore spots.
Well, nothing except relief.
LLLT is long lasting natural relief from joint and muscle pain. Give us a call at 403-527-3783. You have nothing to lose but your pain.
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