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What is a Low Level Laser?
The
word LASER is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission
of Radiation. Each laser has different treatment abilities based on
their unique wavelengths.
A low level laser is a laser which works on the cellular level. It
cannot be used for surgical procedures; in fact many surgical lasers
have low level lasers as their aiming beams.
A low level laser emits coherent and focused energy that penetrates
deeply to stimulate target tissue.
What is a Superluminous Diode (SLD)?
An SLD, or superluminous diode, is a high powered LED (light emitting
diode). An SLD delivers a non-coherent, broad beam producing evenly
distributed visible red and infrared energy over a large area.
What
is Phototherapy?
Phototherapy
uses light energy from Low Level Lasers or SLD’s to elicit biological
responses in the body. The effects of phototherapy on tissues are
commonly referred to as biostimulation or biomodulation. Research
has indicated the response of the body to light is more dependent
on the wavelength rather than the source of light. |
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