MLS Laser Therapy
MLS® Laser Therapy at Theorem Health and Wellness Clinics
Physiotherapy is a science-based healthcare profession which views movement as central to health and wellbeing. Physiotherapists aim to identify and make the most of movement ability by health promotion, preventive advice, treatment and rehabilitation. Treatment may consist of manual therapy, manipulation, soft tissue release, exercises, electrotherapy and Acupuncture to name just a few techniques.
“I can highly recommend laser treatment. After having chronic heel pain for quite a few months that wasn’t responding to any treatment, after just 3 appointments there’s a significant improvement in my pain levels”
– Georgie Clarke
“I attended the clinic with a very painful achilles. Lucky for me the laser was there by my second visit. The immediate relief was unbelieveable! After 3 sessions I am now completely pain free! Fully recommend it!”
– Rhoda Walker
What is MLS laser therapy?
Laser therapy safely and painlessly uses light to help to reduce pain, inflammation and swelling and to promote healing.
How does MLS laser therapy work?
Laser therapy involves directing light energy into inflamed or damaged tissue to accelerate the body’s natural healing process. The laser is placed in direct contact with the skin which enables specific wavelengths of light to penetrate the tissue and interact with molecules within the cells to cause several biochemical effects (see the video above for further information on this).
My pain has been there for a long time, can MLS® laser help me?
Yes, absolutely. Laser therapy is appropriate for both chronic (long term) and acute (new pain/injury) conditions.
Does it hurt?
No, laser therapy with the MLS® Laser is completely pain free. The system is totally safe to use thanks to its unique safety system. Some patients have reported that that feeling of having the head of the laser machine moved over the area of pain is soothing and similar to a relaxing massage!
Is there anyone who can't have MLS laser therapy?
Laser therapy can be carried out on most people including children.
However, laser may be contraindicated in those who:
– Have cancer
– Are under the age of 16 and the area to be treated is over a growth plate (assessment can be given).
– Are pregnant
If you’re unsure if laser is safe or appropriate for you, please get in touch using the form at the bottom of this page and we can have a chat.
So what can MLS laser therapy be used to treat?
MLS laser therapy can be used to treat many conditions including:
- Muscle spasm and pain
- Plantarfasciitis
- Arthritis
- Strains and sprains
- Back pain
- Hip pain
- Knee pain
- Sciatica
- Bursitis
- Tendonitis
- Haematoma (bruising) and swelling
- Neuropathy
- Wounds
- Ulcers
How many sessions will I need?
Generally we recommend 3-6 sessions. Often acute conditions respond more quickly than chronic problems.
KNEE Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic condition which can affect most of the joints in the body. With activity and age, the surfaces of our joints become damaged and are then repaired by our body’s own healing processes.
Osteoarthritis of the knee is the most common presentation of the condition. Anyone can be affected but it is most commonly in females who are over 50. Other predisposing factors can be previous injury, joint damage from a different condition such as gout, age, a family history of OA, obesity and gender.
MLSⓇ laser is a painless treatment which can be used to reduce pain, inflammation and swelling, helping you to feel more comfortable as quickly as possible. By making your movement easier, you could get back to the activities sooner. If you are interested in how MLSⓇ laser might help you or someone you know, why not get in touch and we can have a chat.
