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How Does Photobiomodulation Therapy Work?

What is photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy?

Photobiomodulation therapy, also known as low-level laser therapy, is used by athletes for the treatment of damaged tissues. The therapy uses lasers to reduce the inflammation, lessen the pain and promote tissue repair. Other than sports injuries, PBM therapy is also used for low back pain, neuropathic pain and arthritis.

The treatment process

In photobiomodulation therapy, the affected area is exposed to the red or near-infrared light beam that should be in non-ionising forms, for example, lasers, LEDs, and broadband light. This allows the light energy or photons to penetrate into the skin tissue to activate the heightened production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the molecular currency of intracellular energy transfer and decrease free radicals or oxidative stress, which triggers most chronic diseases.

Every case is different but at least two to four 15- to 20-minute sessions inside the NovoThor PBM therapy pod have been found effective at treating minor injuries while up to 12 sessions at least once a week is recommended for clients with chronic medical conditions.

Who can benefit from photobiomodulation therapy?

Photobiomodulation therapy is proven effective not only for sports-related injuries, such as plantar fasciitis, hamstring pulls and muscle sprain but for speeding up repair and recovery after rigorous physical training in many professional athletes. Because of its amazing results, PMB has been recognised as a wonder pain management technique in most major league sports franchises and Olympic teams from around the world.

There are many clinical trials that back up the positive effects of photobiomodulation therapy in clients with carpal tunnel syndrome, cardiovascular ailments, pulmonary diseases, cancer, diabetes and neurological disorders, such as multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease.

Photobiomodulation therapy is deemed safe. However, written confirmation may be required for pregnant women or for clients undergoing cancer treatments.

NovoThor PBM therapy in Hertfordshire

Infinite Health Solutions offers NovoThor Photobiomodulation therapy through state-of-the-art technology and a team of professional health experts composed of doctors, therapists and technicians, to ensure that the PBM treatment is administered safely and efficiently. For enquiries about our NovoThor Photobiomodulation therapy in Radlett, Hertfordshire, please give us a call on 07956 501204 or send us an email at info@infinitehealthsolutions.co.uk

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Low-Level Laser Therapy on Treating Sports Injuries

Playing sports, whether for professional or recreational purposes, can pose a risk of injury involving your soft tissue. When the cells that make up the tissues get damaged, it releases chemicals that cause redness, swelling, warmth and pain in the body. This condition can affect the person, interrupting daily activities.

To accelerate pain relief and minimise downtime, the application of Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is extremely helpful. It is a non-invasive, pain-free treatment that uses low levels of light to target inflamed, injured and diseased tissues. The infrared light that interacts with the tissue stimulates cellular energy production, which speeds up the healing process of different medical conditions, like sporting injuries.

Some common sports injuries treated by Low-Level Laser Therapy are the following:

Plantar fasciitis

This occurs on the thick, fibrous band of tissue that supports the muscle and arch of your foot. Whilst the job of the plantar fascia is to absorb the stresses and strains we place on our feet, putting too much pressure on it can damage or tear the tissues. This results in heel pain and stiffness of the plantar fascia. Runners often suffer this injury as their ligaments endure a great deal of wear.

Tendinitis

Rotator cuffs are a group of muscles and tendons that stabilise the shoulders and aids your movements. The overuse of rotator cuff can cause tendinitis or swelling of the tendons. Playing sports that involve recurring shoulder movements such as tennis, swimming, basketball, golf, bowling and baseball can lead to tendinitis.

Lateral Epicondylitis

Popularly known as Tennis Elbow, this condition causes pain in the elbow as well as the forearm and wrist. It occurs when too much stress is applied to the tendons of your elbow due to repetitive motion. Tennis elbow may result from playing tennis, racquetball, squash, fencing and weight lifting.

If you have suffered any sports injury, Infinite Health Solutions can help. We seek out new treatments and techniques to repair injuries with a fast rehabilitation time frame. To find out more about Low-Level Laser Therapy as well as the other services we offer, fill out this form or visit our office at The Mews, Cobden Hill, Radlett, Hertfordshire WD7 7JL.

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Effects of photobiomodulation therapy

Photobiomodulation therapy was previously referred to has low-level laser light therapy (LLLT) and is used to encourage tissues to repair as well as calm inflammation. Some of the effects it has on the body include:

Analgesia

Analgesia is a state where a person cannot feel pain, which is desirable for chronic pain sufferers. Low-level laser therapy can achieve this in certain parts of the body by slowing down conduction velocity to suppress and inhibit neurogenic inflammation. Typically the effects last for a duration of two days, after which the process will need to be carried out again.

Lymphatic drainage

For those affected by Odema, which is swelling as a result of fluid build-ups, lymphatic drainage can relieve them of discomfort. Lots of evidence shows that photobiomodulation therapy is effective in inducing this and can potentially even help with things like sprained ankles and breast cancer.

Myofascial trigger points

These nodules in the body are found in bands of taut muscle and can cause joint movements to be limited as well as muscles to spasm. People who suffer from migraines and tension headaches can benefit from the treatment of these areas. Light therapy has been shown to reduce the amount of electrical activity that’s found in these key trigger points, reducing pain and discomfort. Though the process of how this happens isn’t completely understood, the results are there to be seen.

Contact us

To learn more about how photobiomodulation therapy could help you, get in touch with our team of experts. Using only the most advanced low-level laser therapy devices, your treatment will be professional, effective and sensitively carried out.

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What are the benefits of a sports massage?

Sports rehabilitation is specifically concerned with the prevention of injury as well as the treatment and recovery of patients. With the right treatment and care from a sports rehabilitation therapist, you can boost your performance and improve your mobility. Let’s take a closer look at some of the benefits of sports massage.

1. Reduced muscle soreness

One of the most common setbacks for athletes or those who enjoy working out regularly is delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS). This is muscle pain that usually develops several hours after exercise, especially if the activity is unfamiliar. It’s believed that DOMS usually develops 12-24 hours after exercise but can cause pain for up to 72 hours. A sports massage can encourage lymph and blood flow throughout your whole body, which is known to help prevent DOMS.

2. Pain relief

It’s not uncommon for tension to build up in soft tissue after strenuous exercise, which can cause pain and affect your performance. However, sports massage can help relieve this problem by improving your flexibility – this allows your muscles to relax, making them less tight. Tightness is linked to a loss of flexibility, which can cause soreness and injuries such as a torn or pulled muscle.

3. Relaxing and invigorating

Although a sports massage offers numerous physical advantages, there are psychological benefits too. For example, enjoying a massage before your activity can be very invigorating and stretching out your muscles afterwards will help you to relax while improving your circulation.

To find out more about sports massage therapy, contact Infinite Health Solutions today. As well as sports massage we offer Novothor PBM laser therapy and LLLT.

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