What is Class 4 Laser Therapy?
Since its FDA approval in 2003, Class 4 laser therapy has become a widely adopted standard of care for treating musculoskeletal injuries, providing an advanced level of treatment. This therapy uses specific wavelengths of light, including red and near-infrared, to create a therapeutic effect that helps stimulate various processes within the body. These processes can provide relief from symptoms such as pain, swelling, and limited range of motion.
Class 4 lasers are a type of medical laser that has gained popularity in recent years due to their effectiveness in treating various conditions. They use higher-powered beams than class I, II, and III lasers and can penetrate deeper into the tissue. Class 4 laser therapy is a drug-free, surgery-free technique for reducing pain and swelling and improving people’s range of motion. We can use it to treat both acute and chronic conditions without any side effects. Class IV lasers are commonly used in physical therapy, sports medicine, chiropractic care, and veterinary treatment.
How does Class 4 Laser Therapy Work?
A class 4 laser emits a wavelength of photons that painlessly transfers energy to the nerve, muscle, ligament, and tendon tissue of the area we’re treating. Class iv laser therapy is designed to stimulate the production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate) within cells. ATP is responsible for driving many of the processes that occur within our cells. It carries oxygen, blood, and nutrients to the area treated with the laser which speeds up recovery and pain relief. The increased production of ATP helps speed up the healing process, leading to quicker relief of symptoms such as pain, swelling, and limited range of motion. In addition to its therapeutic benefits, Class 4 laser therapy also provides soothing heat to the treatment area, further enhancing its effectiveness.
What can Class IV Laser Therapy Treat?
Class 4 laser therapy is often used to treat a range of symptoms including:
- Neck pain
- Back pain
- Shoulder pain
- Knee pain
- Fibromyalgia pain
- Sciatica
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Sports injuries
- Plantar fasciitis
- Bursitis
- TMJ disorder
- Wound healing or scar tissue reduction
- Tendinitis
- Disc problems like a herniated disc or pinched nerve
- Repetitive motion injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome and tennis elbow
- Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis pain
Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain or a recent injury, class 4 therapy can be an excellent option to consider. When combined with other complementary treatments such as dry needling and soft tissue work, class 4 laser therapy can further enhance the effectiveness of treatment and help you feel better even faster.
What are the Benefits of Class IV Laser Therapy?
Class IV lasers offer numerous benefits in treating various conditions, including pain relief, tissue repair, and inflammation reduction. The laser’s energy penetrates deep into the tissue, promoting cellular regeneration and healing. It can also improve blood flow in the area, reducing inflammation and swelling. Through this procedure there are various benefits to be gained:
• A boost in cellular metabolism
• Reduction in muscle spasms
• A decrease in pain
• Improved healing to damaged tissues
Studies have shown that class IV lasers can be effective in treating conditions such as back pain, arthritis, tendonitis, and muscle strains, among others. With its non-invasive approach and few side effects, class IV lasers are becoming an increasingly popular choice for pain management and injury recovery in many fields of medicine.