Pain Reduction

When looking at laser therapy applications, the majority of focus is on pain/inflammation reduction related to injury and disease. More recently, however, an increasing amount of attention is being given to the therapeutic benefits of delivering laser therapy prior to activity, specifically with regard to athletic performance, injury prevention, and improved recovery.

In this webinar, Mark Callanen, PT, DPT, OCS will discuss these lesser-known laser therapy applications. Featuring a review of recent studies, he will reveal research findings demonstrating the ergogenic capabilities of this modality. He will also highlight the current trend within sports medicine of using laser therapy to help prevent injury and facilitate faster recovery.

Key Talking Points:

• Study review looking at effects of photobiomodulation (PBM) on athletic performance and recovery
• Discussion of impact on rotator cuff performance, quadriceps performance, and DOMS
• Highlight novel ways to incorporate the anti-inflammatory/analgesic benefits of laser with prehab

Over 200 professional and collegiate sports teams choose LightForce® Therapy Lasers to keep their athletes performing at their best, but the benefits of deep tissue laser therapy extend far beyond sports medicine.

In this webinar, gain an exclusive, behind-the-scenes view into the athletic training rooms of these elite sports teams, directly from someone who worked there. Discover how these sports medicine professionals are leveraging laser therapy to better manage pain, inflammation, and injuries - then learn how you can use the same technology and techniques to provide an elevated level of care for your patients.

Key Talking Points Include:

• Overview of laser therapy use in elite sports medicine
• Review of common conditions and indications
• Translating success in the training room to success in private practice

Chiropractors are focused on improving the health and wellness of their patients. Often times, patients come to chiropractors with musculoskeletal injuries and chronic conditions causing pain and inflammation. What if you could offer your patients a way to immediately reduce their pain and inflammation inside your clinic?

Laser therapy has changed the game for chiropractors by being able to provide fast results that lead to better outcomes for patients and income for their practices. In this special Q&A webinar with guest Ray Solano, DC, CCSP, we will explore how to integrate laser therapy treatment into a chiropractic clinic as well as the difference in patient satisfaction when treating with the laser.

Key topics you will learn from the webinar include:

• The Difference in the Plan of Care & Outcomes for Patients Before and After Adding a Laser Program
• The Different in Patient Satisfaction When Treating with the Laser
• How to Integrate the Laser into Your Treatments
• Specific Treatment Recommendations with Emphasis on the Neck and Back

Plus FREE Exclusive Training Videos from Dr. Solano

You will also receive exclusive training videos from Dr. Solano after you register on how to treat the lumbar region, TMJ, and tennis elbow with laser therapy.

According to the National Health Interview Survey conducted by NCHS in 2019, one out of five adults in the US have experienced chronic pain within the last three months.¹ Rehabilitation clinicians have long been sought after to help provide relief to this population through addressing various aspects of their pain complaints. Non-surgical and non-pharmaceutical solutions to reduce pain have become more important than ever in light of the recent opioid epidemic.

Laser therapy brings an evidence-based treatment option to rehabilitation practices that work daily to decrease pain. Therapeutic laser treatments promote photobiomodulation which impacts pain in a number of ways, increases cellular metabolism, and improves microcirculation to injured tissue.^2-8 In this webinar, participants will learn about the mechanisms that make laser therapy an effective treatment for pain relief as well as the common applications where clinicians are experiencing desirable patient outcomes.

Join host, Mark Callanen, DPT, as he unpacks the science behind laser therapy and the studies proving its efficacy in the clinic.

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^4. Karu, T. (1991) “Low-Intensity Laser Light Action Upon Fibroblasts and Lymphocytes.” Ohshiro T, Calderhead RG, eds. (1991) Progress in Laser Therapy. (pp. 175-180) Chichester, New York: John Wiley and Sons.

^5. Stein A, Benayahu D, Maltz L, Oron, U. Low-Level Laser Irradiation Promotes Proliferation and Differentiation of Human Osteoblasts in Vitro. Photomedicine and Laser Surgery. 2005;23(2):161-166.

^6. Mvula B, Mathope T, Moore T, Abrahamse H. The effect of low level laser therapy on adult human adipose derived stem cells. Lasers in Medical Science. 2008;23(3):277-252.

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Individual results may vary. Neither DJO, LLC nor any of its subsidiaries dispense medical advice. The contents of this webinar do not constitute medical advice. Rather, patients must consult with their healthcare professionals for information on the courses of treatment, if any, which may be appropriate for them.

In this special webinar discussion, Mark Callanen, Director of Clinical Education & Marketing for Enovis™ Recovery Sciences, is joined by special guests—Brian Pryor and Luis De Taboada—to discuss and debunk the most common controversies and misconceptions associated with laser therapy. Topics include but are not limited to:

• Pulsing
• Pain
• Combining other modalities with laser therapy
• Depth of Penetration
• Power

Watch the second part of The Synergistic Power of Laser and Shockwave webinar series, now available on-demand from Enovis™. In this continuation, industry experts Kevin Wilk, PT, DPT, FAPTA, and Brian Pryor, Ph.D., dive deeper into strategies and techniques, building on the foundation laid in the first session. Hosted by Mark Callanen, Director of Clinical Education for Enovis, this webinar explores new research findings, in-depth case studies, and innovative clinical applications that can help elevate your practice.

Kevin Wilk, a leader in sports rehabilitation, shares his insights on non-operative treatments for rotator cuff lesions and knee OA, while Brian Pryor, founder of LightForce® and a pioneer in Class IV laser therapy, discusses the science of photobiomodulation and its rehabilitation benefits.

In this on-demand webinar, you'll learn:

• Non-operative treatment approaches for rotator cuff lesions and knee OA
• The role of RPW and laser therapy in pain reduction and improved mobility
• Strategies for strengthening muscles to enhance function and reduce pain
• Real-world case studies and outcomes from professional athletes
• Integrating photobiomodulation for deeper tissue impact and pain relief

This session is an excellent opportunity to expand your expertise and improve your treatment approach for knee OA and shoulder tendinopathy. Learn from top experts in the field and discover how to integrate these advanced techniques into your practice for better patient outcomes. Watch now at your convenience.

*Kevin Wilk, PT, DPT, FAPTA is a consultant for Enovis. Kevin Wilk has been compensated by Enovis for time and effort expended in preparing and presenting this webinar for Enovis’ further use and distribution.