What Is Cold Laser Therapy?

Cold laser therapy, also referred to as low-level laser therapy or laser acupuncture, is an experimental form of treatment that uses low levels of light to treat a range of conditions, including tobacco addiction and chronic pain disorders such as fibromyalgia. The treatment has been approved for use by the Food and Drug Administration, though its effectiveness is still being researched.

Function

Cold laser therapy increases or reduces cellular activity by exposing the tissue to low-intensity laser beams or light-emitting diodes.

Uses

Cold laser therapy is used to treat inflammation, chronic pain and tissue injuries. This therapy is also used to help individuals quit smoking, though there is little scientific evidence to support this claim.

Types

This therapy uses low levels of light. Common forms of light that may be used include light-emitting diodes, or LED lights, and low-level laser beams.

Benefits

Cold laser therapy may alleviate chronic pain, heal tissue injuries and regenerate nerves without the use of invasive procedures or chemicals.

Considerations

As of 2009, the Food and Drug Administration considers cold laser therapy to be an experimental form of treatment. This is due to a lack of strong scientific evidence that proves the treatment's effectiveness.

References

• American Cancer Society

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