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Laser Therapy for Disc Herniation?
Could therapeutic laser be a viable treatment intervention for herniated discs? In short – yes. Read on to find out more.
Herniated discs occur when the annulus fibrosus (the dense collagenous ring which encapsulates the nucleus pulposus) becomes damaged and the nucleus pulposus (normally located within the centre of the disc) is then able to protrude.
Resorption of herniated discs is a well-documented phenomenon. According to Elkholy, Farid and Shamhoot1 (2019) the mechanism of resorption may be retraction, dehydration, and/or inflammatory mediated processes.
One clinical group has created a niche in treating disc herniation, aided by the use of MLS robotic laser. Resorption Therapy (https://resorptiontherapy.com) use an innovative approach to “speed up and stimulate this process by improving blood supply, metabolism, and alleviating acute pain”.
Laser therapy has an analgesic effect, modulates inflammation, encourages tissue regeneration and reduces swelling. Research carried out by ASA demonstrates that MLS laser has a number of biological effects including (but not limited to) an increase in ATP synthesis, release of growth factors, increasing the production of molecules in the extracellular matrix and increasing the anti-inflammatory protein NLRP10. Laser can also induce myogenesis, influence angiogenesis and regeneration of nerve fibres, stimulate endothelial function and prevent formation of hyperkeratotic scar tissue. For further information on the biological effects of laser and the research carried out by ASA see https://www.asalaser.com/en/research-training.
Utilising robotic lasers, namely the MLS M6 (25W peak power) and M8 (75W peak power), ensures a homogenous delivery of energy, allowing for the repeatable and automatic treatment of large areas, with 5 pre-set directions of movement.
Using MLS laser in the treatment of patients who are suffering with disc herniation offers them a painless, non-invasive and drug free treatment option to help them recover faster and more comfortably.
See what John Lange from Dorridge and Sollihull Chiropractic Clinics has to say about their M8 lasers (click the image below)
If you are wondering how an M8 could help your patients, including treating more patients with herniated discs, why not contact us to arrange a 4 week free trial? Contact sales@celticsmr.co.uk today.
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