Cold laser therapy is a low-intensity laser treatment used to support tissue healing and recovery. At Back Specialists in Sioux Falls, it is used as a supportive modality alongside low-force Activator adjustments and other conservative therapies.

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During treatment, specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light are applied directly to the targeted area. The tissue absorbs this light energy. In response, cells may undergo physiological changes that support tissue repair and regeneration.

 

Cold laser therapy is noninvasive and painless. You may feel the device resting on your skin, but there is no vibration, heat, or discomfort. Treatments are typically only a few minutes in duration.

 

What Cold Laser Therapy Helps With

 

Cold laser therapy may be used to support recovery in cases involving:

• Soft tissue injuries

• Muscle strain

• Tendon irritation

• Ligament strain

• Back pain with soft tissue involvement

• Neck pain

• Sports injuries

• Car accident-related soft tissue irritation

• Work-related repetitive strain injuries

 

It is most commonly used when inflammation, tissue irritation, or delayed healing is present.

 

How Cold Laser Therapy Works

 

Cold laser therapy uses low-level light energy rather than heat. The red and near-infrared light penetrate the skin and are absorbed by the cells in the treated area.

 

This light exposure may:

• Support cellular energy production

• Promote tissue repair processes

• Encourage circulation

• Help reduce inflammation

• Support recovery from soft tissue damage

 

Unlike surgical lasers, cold laser therapy does not cut or burn tissue.

 

How Cold Laser Fits Into Care at Back Specialists

 

Back Specialists is primarily an Activator Method clinic focused on low-force chiropractic adjustments. Cold laser therapy is one of several supportive modalities used when soft tissue involvement is contributing to pain or delayed recovery.

 

Cold laser may be used:

• During early phases of injury

• For chronic soft tissue irritation

• In combination with e-stim or ultrasound

• Alongside chiropractic adjustments to address mechanical dysfunction

 

It is part of a structured, condition-based care plan rather than a stand-alone service.

 

Who May Be a Candidate for Cold Laser Therapy in Sioux Falls

 

Cold laser therapy may be appropriate for:

• Patients with acute or chronic muscle strain

• Individuals with tendon or ligament irritation

• Sports injury patients

• Auto accident injury patients

• Work injury patients

• Those seeking noninvasive support for tissue healing

 

An evaluation helps determine whether cold laser therapy is appropriate for your diagnosis.

 

What to Expect During Treatment

• The laser device is placed directly against the skin

• Different wavelengths may be used depending on the condition

• There is no pain, heat, or vibration

• Treatment typically lasts only a few minutes

• It may be combined with chiropractic adjustments during the same visit

 

There is no downtime following treatment.

 

Schedule an Appointment

 

If you are dealing with soft tissue injury, inflammation, or chronic muscle irritation in Sioux Falls, cold

laser therapy may be part of your care plan at Back Specialists.

 

Call 605-361-1700 to schedule an evaluation and determine whether cold laser therapy is appropriate for your condition.