Deep Tissue Laser Therapy in Athens PA

Deep tissue laser therapy in Athens PA offers quick, drug-free pain relief for those suffering from acute and chronic pain. Laser Therapy uses specific wave lengths of light to deeply penetrate tissue to promote the body's natural healing process. This non-invasive technique provides strong anti-inflammatory effects within the tissue, reducing swelling and inflammation and increasing the body's natural circulatory response. The treatments result in a cascade of healing responses within your body to reduce and eliminate your pain.

The doctors at Horn Family Chiropractic will develop and recommend a specialized treatment plan that is optimal for your condition and our patients generally see results in as little as 3 to 5 treatments. This simple and painless procedure provides patients with an effective alternative to drugs and surgery.

The laser treatments take just a few minutes but the therapeutic effect of the treatment continues to soothe and heal long after you leave the office. 6 to 12 treatments with this powerful laser may be all it takes to realize life-changing relief.

IS DEEP TISSUE LASER THERAPY SAFE in ATHENS PA?

Laser therapy has been cleared by the FDA and proven safe and effective as evidenced by extensive and credible studies conducted in our country's finest institutions, including Harvard University. There have been over 2,500 research articles showing the safety of laser therapy and its positive physiological effects on impaired, inflamed, and/or injured tissue.

COMMON INJURIES THAT WE SUCCESSFULLY TREAT:

• Achilles Tendon Tears
• Knee and Ankle Injuries
• Plantar Fasciitis
• Arthritis
• Bursitis
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Disc Bulge
• Disc Herniation
• Hip Bursitis
• Joint Injuries
• Back and Neck Pain
• Neuropathy
• Osteoarthritis
• Post-Surgical Healing
• Rib Injuries
• Shoulder Injuries
• Strain/Sprain Injuries
• Tendonitis
• Tennis Elbow
• Hand/Wrist/Thumb Pain
• TMJ

EFFECTS OF LASER THERAPY

• Accelerated Tissue Repair & Faster Wound Healing
• Decreased Inflammation/Swelling
• Pain Relief
• Reduced Muscle Spasms
• Increased Circulation
• Improved Nerve Function
• Reduced Scar Tissue Formation

Afterward, many patients experience an immediate decrease in pain. It's important to note, however, that any of the following responses can indicate that your treatment was successful:

• Reduced pain
• Increased mobility
• Decreased stiffness
• Decreased acute inflammation
• Improved stability

Although you may feel some soreness after receiving treatment it should subside in a day or two. You should avoid taking any anti-inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen or naproxen. Also, avoid using ice or exercising excessively for at least 48 hours. Why? It's crucial that you give your body time to rest and heal after your treatments.

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