Deep Tissue Laser Therapy
Deep tissue laser therapy, also called Class IV laser therapy or high-intensity laser therapy, uses a therapeutic laser to send light energy into injured tissue, and it may help reduce pain and inflammation. Joint Effort Physical Therapy offers laser therapy for pain in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
How a therapeutic laser works
This laser therapy floods the injured area with light energy. That light stimulates damaged cells and increases circulation to the painful area, which may help the body reduce inflammation and support its own recovery.
It is non-invasive, and treatments are brief. Your therapist chooses the type and strength of the laser after your evaluation and medical history review. It is one tool in a plan of care that includes exercise and hands-on work, not a replacement for them.
A laser visit, step by step
Laser therapy physical therapy sessions are short and quiet.
- Treatments typically last 2 to 10 minutes
- Little or no sensation, or a gentle, soothing warmth
- No pain from the laser itself
- It is applied to the skin, directly over the area, with care to keep light away from the eyes
- Patients may begin to notice changes after a few sessions; your therapist sets the total number with you
Laser therapy for plantar fasciitis, arthritis and more
Laser can be used for acute and chronic problems. Your therapist decides after an evaluation of your history.
Feet, knees and elbows
Laser therapy for plantar fasciitis is a common request. See foot and ankle pain, knee pain and elbow pain.
Shoulder, back and neck
Laser therapy is used for neck, shoulder and back pain, sciatica and disc injuries. See shoulder pain, back pain and neck pain.
Joints and active people
Laser therapy for arthritis, bursitis and soft tissue damage is also on that list, along with arthritis and sports injuries.
Who should not have laser therapy
Laser is not used over tumors, over the eyes or over a pregnant abdomen. Tell your therapist about:
- Any cancer history or known growth near the area
- Pregnancy
Your therapist reviews your health history before the first treatment.
Cost, and the other technology we use
Ask us how laser therapy is billed when you call. Joint Effort Physical Therapy accepts most major commercial and private insurances, and the insurance page lists the plans it does not take. Self-pay is $85 per visit.
Laser and shockwave therapy are two of the technology-based treatments we offer. Both can be combined with electrical stimulation when your plan calls for it. Laser therapy in Hot Springs is offered at our Airport Road clinic.
Not sure whether your plan needs a referral? Call us. As a courtesy, we verify your health benefits before you arrive.
Deep tissue laser therapy care in Hot Springs, Arkansas
Joint Effort Physical Therapy treats Deep tissue laser therapy at our Hot Springs clinic, 1880 Airport Rd., Suite C.
Not sure whether your plan needs a referral? Call us. As a courtesy, we verify your health benefits before you arrive.
Meet the people who treat you on our team page.