Laser Therapy for Pain

Specialized Summus® Laser Therapy for Pain Management

Pain doesn’t just hurt. It steals your quality of life and your happiness. With laser therapy for pain, relief is on the way.

Fast, effective, long-lasting!

Summus red laser therapy for pain management stimulates healing by using red and near-infrared light. The therapy targets specific wavelengths to activate your body’s natural ability to heal. Red laser energy (also called cold laser) has several proven beneficial effects on the body:

  • Improved healing time
  • Reduced or eliminated pain
  • Increased circulation
  • Faster healing
  • Decreases swelling
  • You getting back to the activities you love!

All without the use of risky drugs or surgery.

Photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy happens when light energy reaches target tissue. So, you can experience reduced inflammation, pain for faster healing now.

When prescribed and performed by a trained doctor, it can effectively treat your pain, especially those associated with pre-surgical, post-surgical, acute, and chronic diseases. 

Summus Medical Laser, formerly known as K-Laser, is a leader in pain management. They also excel in tissue repair, offering safe and fast alternative to invasive procedures.

Can laser therapy get rid of your acute, post-surgical, or chronic pain?  Find out if you’re a candidate for this or another effective treatment. Schedule an initial consultation, including a comprehensive evaluation and first treatment.

Drug Free
Non-invasive
FDA Registered
Proven Safe & Effective

What Is Summus® Laser Therapy for Pain?

Summus Laser is a state-of-the-art Class IV therapy. It delivers targeted, non-invasive treatment for post-surgical, acute and chronic pain. Right now, patients are experiencing fast and more complete relief from pain while enhancing their quality of life through this form of laser light therapy. At Truspine Chiropractic, we’re pleased to be able to offer the life-changing, non-invasive pain treatment to so many.

When used effectively by your Truspine Chiropractor, Summus is proven.

Stimulate tissue repair and growth of new healthy cells!

 

what is laser therapy for pain?

Laser therapy stimulates damaged cells to produce cellular energy. At the same time, it enhances the permeability of the cell membrane. 

When cells are more permeable, the electrolytes (e.g., sodium, potassium) responsible for regulating cellular energy can enter and leave more freely. This enhances circulation and speeds up the exchange of energy, waste, nutrients, and other cellular building blocks. 

Experience faster and more thorough cell regeneration.

Additionally, it improves the elasticity of injured tissues.

Whether you need laser therapy for back pain or laser therapy for knee pain, the stimulation of laser energy can improve the quality of healing because you’re less likely to re-injure yourself when healing is happening quickly. This is why so many professional athletes get laser light therapy for pain when recovering from injuries.

Recover from injuries faster and better.

Laser therapy also modulates pain. This means it can alter the pathways pain signals take. As a result, you feel less intense pain. 

Finally, red light laser therapy can reduce inflammation. 

Because the cells are healing faster, the immune system doesn’t need to flood the area with fluid and immune cells. It can take a more measured response.

This cold laser is powerful—but gentle. We can use laser treatment for pain immediately on acute injuries and over metal implants.

Right away, it improves healing speed and quality for acute injury recovery.

 It also aids in resolving chronic complaints.

Say goodbye to arthritis and nerve pain.

How Fast Can I Get Relief?

Any given laser therapy session may only take a few passes over the structure. However, it almost always gets better results in one session compared to other musculoskeletal therapies. And in less time!

laser therapy for knee pain


What Is Laser Light Therapy Good For?

Whether you’ve been dealing with a chronic condition or an acute injury, we are here to help you through it. Numerous Studies Show That Laser Therapy Can Reduce Pain Associated with:

how does laser therapy for pain work?

We apply a low level laser for pain at several precise wavelengths (nm) of red light during a session. Each is proven to have a very specific effect on cells.

650 nm

Targets cell receptors that send/receive messages to:

  • Speed up surface healing
  • Enhance cellular regeneration
  • Reduce the need for immune response (inflammation)
  • Shorten healing time
Laser therapy for Pain Management

810 nm

Targets mitochondria to:
  • Increase the rate at which the body can make ATP (quick energy) from Oxygen
  • Speed up cellular energy productions
  • Penetrate more deeply into tissues
  • Stimulate a balanced immune response

915 nm

Targets red blood cells to:
  • Double O2 delivery to tissues
  • Relieve pain
  • Promote healing

980 nm

Targets water in blood to:
  • Improve circulation
  • Further reduce pain
  • Reduce the effects of sickness or injury
  • Speed recovery
  • Improve Lymphatic drainage (removes cellular waste)
  • Cause new and healthier blood vessel formation

980 nm

Targets water in blood to:

  • Prompt Cortisol production is increased (cortisol is the precursor of cortisone). This enables the body to combat the stress associated with trauma or the disease process

How Long Does Treatment Take?

The typical course of treatment is 5-10 minutes. But it depends on the size of the area being treated. With each patient, we determine your treatment plan on an individual basis. Laser therapy treatments are applied directly to the skin. That’s because laser light cannot pass through clothing. Cold laser therapy for pain is pleasant and doesn’t burn the skin.


Enjoy the soothing warmth as the therapy is administered. 

For Acute Pain

Daily treatment may be necessary for acute conditions, such as post-surgery or a sports injury.

Get back in the game faster.

For Chronic Pain

Chronic problems responds better when the treatments are received 2-3 times per week over a period of time we can discuss.

Finally get relief.

What Are The Benefits of Laser therapy for Pain?

Laser Therapy assists your body’s natural healing process. It promotes faster healing through photo-bio-modulation. 

It’s beneficial for injuries from:

  • Auto accidents
  • Sports
  • Slip-and-fall
  • Work
  • Surgery
It can also help those with certain types of chronic pain, especially nerve pain and arthritis.
 

Is laser treatment the answer to your acute, post-surgical, or chronic pain?  To find out if you’re a candidate for this or another effective treatment, schedule an initial consultation, including a comprehensive evaluation and first treatment.

Laser Therapy for Nerve Pain

Nerve pain (also called Neuropathy) is a complex pain condition.

Nerves are not functioning well. And this results in anywhere from an annoying tingling sensation to debilitating pain. Regardless, the peripheral nervous system is struggling to communicate with the central nervous system because. This could be because of:

  • Poor circulation
  • Lack of oxygen
  • Nerve cell damage
  • Pinched nerve
  • Nutrient deficiencies
  • An autoimmune disorder
  • Genetics
  • A combination

Neuropathy requires comprehensive treatment based on the cause. 

But Summus can be part of the solution because of its ability to increase blood flow, reduce pain, and promote healing on a cellular level. 

Along with other interventions like nutrition, acupuncture, and physical activity, laser therapy may provide you a safer alternative to pain meds or allow your doctor to lower the dosage.

Laser Therapy for Back Pain

Maybe you’ve been living with back pain for years. Nothing works!

Summus red laser treatment can reduce and even stop back pain in its tracks.

It’s important to manage back pain holistically. We teach you effective lifting and movement strategies to reduce wear and tear. And we may recommend acupuncture, Graston technique, and chiropractic adjustments as part of a treatment plan. Home exercises and a stretching routine are generally a good way to battle chronic upper, middle or lower back pain. 

Learn more about non-invasive, drug-free ways to effectively treat pain:

Laser treatment for back pain

Laser Therapy for Knee Pain

Yes, Laser therapy is effective on knee pain too. Whether you have a sport injury or knee arthritis, this may be the right treatment for you. We apply the laser directly to the knee to stimulate your body’s natural regenerative processes.

Reduce swelling and promote healing.

Laser Therapy for Pain Management

Depending on the cause of the pain, cold laser therapy can help you manage pain. It is most effective on localized pain (e.g., knee pain, back pain, arthritis pain, foot pain) but also nerve pain.

Laser Therapy for Foot Pain

We can apply red laser directly to your feet to reduce inflammation and promote healing. Your feet take a beating as you walk and move. Micro-injuries can occur and not heal properly, leading to worsening inflammation and pain. 

Restore your walking and running comfort!

Laser Treatment for Shoulder Pain

Even small tears in the shoulder are notorious for taking years to heal if you don’t have surgery. These tears can cause both sharp and dull achy pain that keeps you up at night. Since red laser can speed up healing, it may be preferable to surgery for small tears or shoulder arthritis.  And it may shorten recovery time post-op, when you do need surgery.

Laser Treatment for Neck Pain

As a sensitive area of the body, neck pain is notoriously hard to treat. Laser therapy for neck pain provides a targeted approach. We can zero in on the source of the neck pain to help you find relief. 

Laser Therapy for Chronic Pain

Cold laser can very efficiently reduce chronic pain, depending on the cause. It can reduce pain-causing inflammation, improve nutrient-rich blood flow, and activate natural healing processes.

You deserve to finally live pain free!

 Schedule an initial consultation, to get a comprehensive evaluation and first treatment.

Does Laser Therapy Hurt?

For many people, there is little or no sensation during treatment. 

No pain. Just relief.

Instead, get ready to feel a mild, soothing warmth. Laser treatment is relaxing — some people even fall asleep!

Those with chronic pain in particular may notice a slight increase in the pain after the therapy. This can happen 6-24 hours after a treatment session. The pain usually subsides after a few days but can, in rare cases, last longer.

Laser therapy for neck pain

What To Expect During Low Level Laser Therapy

  1. Your physician will do an evaluation and identify the treatment site or sites.

  2. They will then direct you to remove any body jewelry and instruct you to wear safety goggles.

  3. Treatment will be performed directly on the skin or slightly above the surface of the skin. The treatment hand piece is moved in a motion pattern during the course of the treatment.

  4. Your physician may ask you to reassess your pain level. During treatment, you may be asked to do simple exercises. These exercises aim to improve the effectiveness of the laser.

  5. The best results come from more than one treatment. Your doctor may schedule additional treatments for best healing and recovery. They may also schedule regular maintenance treatments for chronic or recurring conditions.

  6. By the end of the treatment, most patients feel less pain. However, some patients may not feel relief until hours later. Many patients also report improved sleep after their laser treatments.

Laser therapy for neck pain

Does Laser Therapy for Pain Relief Work?

Yes. Summus has performed to studies and registered with the FDA. Red laser therapy is proven effective for reducing pain and inflammation while promoting healing.

It’s safe. It works!

How Much Does Laser Therapy For Pain Cost?

The precise costs of cold light therapy will depend on your condition, severity, and treatment plan. But costs for red laser therapy are probably lower than you think. We will discuss costs during your initial consultation to ensure you know what to expect. Medicare does not usually cover red laser therapy. so all costs will be out of pocket.

Get Pain Relief Now!

If you live or work near SF Telegraph Hill, North Beach, or the Financial District, we would love to meet you. You could be a good candidate for our Laser Therapy treatments. To get to the root cause of pain and discomfort, schedule an initial consultation, including a comprehensive evaluation and first treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions about Laser Treatment


Can Laser Therapy Make Pain Worse>

It’s very rare for laser therapy to make pain worse. Most people feel less pain after a session. Sometimes, there’s a slight increase in discomfort right after treatment, but this usually means your body is starting the healing process. If you’re concerned, talk to your chiropractor.

Can I Do Laser Therapy at Home?

There are home-use laser devices. But they’re not as powerful as professional ones. So, they may do next to nothing, counting primarily on the placebo effect. Using a Summus cold laser at your chiropractor’s office ensures you get the best results. Always follow expert advice to stay safe and avoid mistakes.

Does Laser Treatment for Pain Work?

Yes, it does! Laser therapy is known to reduce inflammation, speed up healing, and relieve pain. It’s a well-researched technology that’s been used for years. Many people use it for back pain, joint pain, or muscle soreness. It’s a safe and effective treatment when done by a trained professional.

What Does Laser Do to Pain?

A laser is targeted light energy. Light is more than what we can see in the visible spectrum. Its energy can safely and painlessly penetrate tissues. It helps by boosting your body’s natural healing. The light penetrates deep into your tissues, improving blood flow and reducing inflammation. This helps ease pain and repairs damaged tissue faster.

What Is Red Laser Light for Pain?

Red light laser therapy uses low-level red light to help with pain and healing. It’s great for reducing inflammation and promoting cell growth. Chiropractors use it to treat sore muscles, stiff joints, and other types of pain. Red light laser is also called “cold laser” because it’s not hot, just warm.

To find out if red laser could finally help you get relief,  schedule an initial consultation, including a comprehensive evaluation and first treatment.

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