What can low-level laser therapy do for your lymphedema?
By Jaime Tippett Poe, PT, DPT and Erin Ball, PT, DPT

If you think that cold laser therapy may be appropriate for you, please call the rehab team at Huntersville Medical Center to learn more: 704-316-5500

Low-level laser therapy (LLLT), also known as cold laser, has been researched and used since 1967 for a wide range of medical needs. For patients experiencing swelling, loss of motion and pain from tight skin and muscle tissue, the cold laser can be very beneficial.

Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center’s rehab team carefully selected the LTU-904 laser when looking for a treatment to assist their lymphedema patients with the swelling, heaviness and discomfort brought on by the disorder.

This laser, which was approved by the FDA in 2000, helps repair damaged tissue, decrease inflammation, speed wound healing and reduce pain. It has been shown to be especially beneficial for patients living with lymphedema or restricted, painful areas following surgery. Cold laser can even reduce the likelihood of repeat infections in lymphatically swollen areas.

Laser treatments are painless and can easily be applied along with other hands-on therapy techniques in the clinic. In addition, the average effective treatment time is less than 15 minutes, so it does not require additional time outside of your physical therapy appointment.

LLLT progress is constantly assessed as part of your individualized treatment program and can help you more quickly meet your goals and return to the activities you enjoy most.