NorCal Brain Center proudly offers low-level laser therapy (LLLT), also known as photobiomodulation therapy. This advanced treatment uses concentrated “cold” lasers to deliver healing energy to your body’s tissues—similar to sunlight but without harmful heat or radiation.
How Does LLLT Work?
LLLT applies red and near-infrared light to injuries and affected areas. During a session, specialized laser equipment delivers concentrated beams of light through the skin using diodes, which act as laser light generators. These diodes can be placed on nearly any part of the body and adjusted for individual health needs.
When activated, the diodes emit laser light, sending photons (light particles) into your tissues. Your cells absorb these photons, triggering biochemical changes similar to photosynthesis in plants. This process can stimulate healing, reduce inflammation, and improve neurological function.
How Can LLLT Help?
Research strongly supports LLLT’s effectiveness for a wide range of conditions. This therapy is well tolerated, even by elderly patients, and has minimal side effects. LLLT has been shown to:
- Improve wound and soft tissue healing
- Reduce inflammation
- Relieve acute and chronic pain
- Enhance circulation and blood flow
- Boost memory, learning, and mood
- Increase metabolic activity and energy production
Because LLLT addresses inflammation, pain, and cellular function, it may help with various injuries and conditions.
What Conditions Can LLLT Treat?
At NorCal Brain Center, we use LLLT to help patients recover from injuries, manage pain, and improve their overall well-being. Here are a few conditions that may benefit from treatment:
Brain Injuries and Concussions
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) from car accidents, sports injuries, or falls can disrupt daily life and work. Studies show LLLT helps repair damaged brain tissue, reduce inflammation, and relieve pain in the head and neck. This treatment supports faster, more complete recovery after a concussion or brain injury.
Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease
Emerging research highlights LLLT’s potential to improve brain function in patients with dementia and Alzheimer’s. By increasing blood flow and reducing inflammation, this therapy has shown promise in enhancing cognition, sleep, and overall function. Patients in studies have also experienced reduced anxiety, fewer angry outbursts, and less wandering.
Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain
Back, neck, jaw, and knee pain can result from aging, overuse, or an active lifestyle. Chronic pain often leads to dependence on anti-inflammatory drugs or opioids. LLLT offers a safe, effective alternative with few to no side effects. Many patients experience significant pain relief and an improved quality of life.
Take the Next Step Toward Healing
If you struggle with pain, neurological conditions, or injuries, LLLT may help you recover and feel better. Schedule a consultation at NorCal Brain Center to explore how this advanced therapy can support your healing journey.
