Frequently Asked Questions about
laser therapy
It's common for patients to have questions about our laser therapy options. Here, we've placed a number of our most frequently asked questions about laser therapy. If you don't find an answer to your question here, we encourage you contact our Chester clinic directly by telephone. We're always happy to provide you with the answers you are seeking.
There is little or no sensation during treatment. Occasionally one feels mild, soothing warmth or tingling. Areas of pain or inflammation may be sensitive briefly before pain reduction.
Does it hurt? What does a treatment feel like?
The typical treatment is 3 to 9 minutes, depending on the size of the area being treated. Some conditions require longer treatment times.
How long does each treatment take?
How often should a patient be treated?
Acute conditions may be treated daily, particularly if they are accompanied by significant pain. More chronic problems respond better when treatments are received 2 to 3 times a week, tapering to once a week or once every other week, with improvement.
When will I feel better?
Some patients feel improvement in their condition after the very first treatment. Sometimes you will not feel improvement for a number of treatments. This does not mean that nothing is happening. Each treatment is cumulative with results often felt after 3 or 4 sessions.
Can it be used in conjunction with treatments?
Yes! Laser Therapy is often used with other forms of therapy, including physical therapy, chiropractic adjustments, massage, soft tissue mobilization, electrotherapy and even following surgery.
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