What is it?
Is a technique in which exposure to low-level laser light or light-emitting diodes are used to stimulate or inhibit cellular function possibly leading to beneficial clinical effects.
Why is it used?
Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) reduces musculoskeletal pain and inflammation as well as promoting tissue repair wherever the laser beam is applied. It was approved by the FDA as a non-invasive treatment for chronic neck and shoulder pain. LLLT is also used for treatment of several other conditions, including muscle and joint pain, osteoarthritis, carpal tunnel pain, lower back pain, muscles spasms, post-surgical pain, and wound healing.
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