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2015年12月23日星期三
2015年12月14日星期一
2015年12月7日星期一
Toenail Fungus Therapy Laser
10W 1064nm toenail fungus therapy laser with high quality, good treating result and cost-effective price
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2015年12月3日星期四
VELAS 1470nm Veins Surgery Laser
The 1470nm laser has extremely high absorption of the water, it can vaporize the water inside the veins easy, safe and fast. It provide minimally invasive, safe and effective solution for varicose vein treatment. And minimize any post operative pain and bruising, enable the patient quickly recovery back to daily life.
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2015年11月29日星期日
1064nm Podiatry Laser
Gbox10F 10W, 1064nm podiatry laser
- Nail fungus treatment
- Plantar warts removal laser
- Plantar faciities treatment
- Foot pain removal treatment
2015年11月25日星期三
LVR (Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation) handpiece
LVR (Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation) handpiece
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2015年10月29日星期四
2015年10月27日星期二
Diode Laser for Epiduroscopy Treatment
Power: 6W
Ton 1sn, Toff 2sn
Total 660j.
Result: great :)
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2015年10月12日星期一
High power laser therapy versus ultrasound therapy
Aim
The aim of the study is to evaluate the short-term effectiveness of HILT (High Intensity Laser Therapy) versus ultrasound therapy .
Study type
The study was conducted as a randomized clinical trial in a university hospital.
Patients
The study involved 70 patients with SAIS (Subacromial impingement syndrome) who were randomly assigned to HILT or US therapy treatments.
Study program
Participants received 10 treatment sessions of HILT and ultrasound therapy for a period of two weeks.
Measurement method
The results were determined in Constant Murley Scale (CMS), Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and the Simple Shoulder Test (SST).
In the study group were 42 women and 28 men with the average age of 54.1 years. The baseline value level was 6.4 in the VAS scale. There were no differences between groups at the beginning phase of the study.
After a two-week treatment period HILT group participants showed a significantly greater reduction in pain than participants of the US group.
Study limitations: the study was limited by the small sample size, lack of placebo group and observation period after treatment procedures.
HILT group's treatments were carried out by laser Hiro 1.0. Its high peak power is 1 kW. Treatment parameters were as follows: emitted wavelength -1064nm, maximum energy per single pulse - 150mJ, average power - 6W, energy density - 760mJ/cm2 and duration of a single pulse - less than 150ms. The initial phase of the treatment concerned the manual scanning (sweeping) of the muscular contracture area (100cm2/30s), especially the upper part of the trapezius and deltoid muscles. In this phase, the total administered dose was 1000J. The intermediate phase include application on trigger points to achieve a reduction in pain up to 70-80%. The average energy dose in this case was 50J. The final phase of the treatment consisted of slow manual sweeping (100cm2/60s) of the same area that was subjected to treatment in the initial phase until achieving a total energy dose of 1000J. Energy densities at various stages were respectively 510, 610, 710 mJ/cm2. In this way, the total dose of administered energy was approximately 2.050 J. The time required for the treatment was approximately 10 minutes.
Participants in the ultrasound therapy group were subjected to a treatment with the application of 1 MHz ultrasound head with an intensity of 2W/cm2 and a duty cycle of 100%. The ultrasound head was operated in a slow circular motion in the area of 20cm2.
Evaluation
The initial value of pain sensation in the HILT group was 6.28 determined in VAS scale, after the treatment it decreased to 2.42.
In the US group, the initial value was 6.6. After the above mentioned treatment session it decreased to 4.44.
VAS is an abbreviation of the Visual Analog Scale. This measuring method is related to the assessment of the reported level in relation to two extreme values. They may include the determination of absence of pain and very sharp pain sensation. Respondents specify their sensation level by indicating a position along the scale. Then, the location is measured at a specified point in relation to the length of sections between the determinants. In such a system, the response in the middle of the VAS scale is 5.
The study was also assessed in the Constant-Murley Scale (CMS) and the Simple Shoulder Test (SST), but the descriptions of these measurement methods are beyond the scope of the article.
Conclusions
A study shows that high power laser therapy was twice as efficient as the ultrasound therapy in the treatment of SAIS.
Disadvantages
· Unproven benefit.
· Because ultrasound has the greatest penetration of any other therapeutic modality, tissues can be damaged if ultrasound is used inappropriately - it should only be used in those cases where there has been a full veterinary evaluation.
· Tissue damage can be done before there is a pain response in the patient.
· Should not be used in proximity to open wounds or metal implants, or in cases of cellulitis, infection, unstable fractures or surgical incisions.
...
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Biological Effects of High Power Laser Therapy
Many research trials and clinical studies have been performed to
determine the positive effects of Laser Therapy for a wide range of clinical
conditions. The following list is a compilation of the most widely studied
biological effects of Laser Therapy.
Effect #1:
Pain Relief: Laser Therapy relieves pain through several different
biological mechanisms:
1.
It blocks the pain signals transmitted from injured parts of the body to the
brain. This makes the nerves less sensitive and significantly
reduces perception of pain.
2.
It helps to decrease inflammation and swelling.
3.
It increases the production and release of natural pain killing chemicals
within our bodies.
Effect #2:
Inflammation Reduction:Laser Therapy causes the smaller arteries and lymph vessels
of the body to increase in size, a mechanism called vasodilation. It is this
process that allows inflammation, swelling and edema to be cleared away from
injury sites more effectively as well as assisting in the more rapid resolution
of bruising. Vasodilation also promotes lymph vessels to drain which aids in
the healing process.
Effect #3:
Faster Wound Healing:Your skin and other body tissues are made up primarily of
collagen. Fibroblasts are the building blocks needed to create collagen. Laser
Therapy stimulates the production of fibroblasts and therefore allows collagen
to be made. Laser Therapy, is therefore, an effective treatment for open wounds
and burns.
Effect #4:
Improved Nerve Function:Laser light speeds up the process of nerve cell
regeneration. This allows for a shorter recovery time after a nerve injury.
Laser Therapy also increases the strength of action potentials, or signals sent
along nerve fibers. The increased signal strength improves overall nerve and
muscle function. It is for these reasons that Laser Therapy is so effective at
reducing the symptoms related to nerve injury – namely sharp pain, numbness,
tingling and burning.
Effect #5:
Accelerated Tissue Repair and Cell
Growth:The light emitted by therapeutic
lasers penetrates into tissues to stimulate the energy production in cells. The
increase in cellular energy enables the cells to absorb nutrients and expel
waste products more rapidly. This dramatically accelerates the repair of
injured tissues and leads to faster tendon, ligament and muscle healing.
Effect #6:
Increased Metabolic Activity:Laser Therapy also has a significant impact on individual
blood cells that pass through the laser beam during treatment. The laser light
enables the red blood cells (RBCs) to be able to carry more oxygen and
nutrients to the rest of the body. This allows for increased metabolic activity
and production of specific enzymes. Both of these effects can be felt
throughout the entire body and are not limited to the area exposed to the
laser.
Effect #7:
Improved Blood Flow:Laser Therapy significantly increases the formation of tiny
blood vessels, called capillaries, within damaged tissues. More capillaries
allow more blood flow to the area of injury. This results in accelerated
healing as wounds are closed more rapidly and scar tissue formation is
reduced.
Effect #8:
Reduced Formation of Scar Tissue:After tissue damage has occurred through cuts, burns or
surgery; scar tissue often forms around the injury site. Laser Therapy reduces
the formation of scar tissue by speeding up the healing process. It does this
by improving blood flow to the injured area and thereby allowing for the more
effective removal of waste products. Faster healing always leads to less scar
tissue formation.
Effect #9:
Enhanced Immune Function:ATP (adenosine tri-phosphate) is the single most important
form of energy that powers ALL chemical reactions within ALL cells of the body.
When laser light is absorbed by chromophores, which are embedded within most
cells of the body, this activates the production of ATP. Higher energy
production leads to faster and more efficient cell function. This is especially
true of immune-specific cells that are exposed to Laser Therapy. This improved
efficiency aids the immune system in fighting off undesirable microbes and
pathogens.
Effect #10:
Acupuncture Point Stimulation:Laser Therapy is also an effective alternative to
traditional acupuncture treatment. Traditional acupuncture delivers therapeutic
effects through the stimulation of acupuncture points throughout the body. This
is achieved by piercing the acupuncture points with needles and then twisting
the needles by hand, tamping them or connecting them to electrical stimulation
devices. Laser Therapy may be used to stimulate the same acupuncture points
without the need for invasive needling or similar mechanical stimulation.
...
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2015年10月10日星期六
2015年9月17日星期四
Deep Tissue Laser therapy
Who uses Deep Tissue Laser therapy?
Deep Tissue Therapy Lasers are the preferred therapy lasers of professional sports teams. They are used by team trainers and physical therapists.
How does Laser Therapy work?
Laser therapy causes chemical reactions at the cellular level. The photon energy accelerates the healing process, increases metabolism and improves circulation at the site of injury. It has been shown to be effective in the treatment of acute pain and injury, inflammation, chronic pain and post-operative conditions. It has been shown to accelerate the healing of damaged nerves, tendons and muscle tissue.
What will you feel during laser therapy?
Laser therapy treatment is safe, painless and fast. Patients feel a soothing warmth as laser energy gently penetrates the tissue and boosts your body’s own regeneration powers to relieve your pain. Deep Tissue Laser Therapy treatments are usually administered for 5 to 10 minutes depending on the body location. Results can be immediate but the most observed results are after 4 to 6 treatment sessions. The body continues to benefit from the effects of the therapy for 18-24 hours after treatment. During this time, modulated cellular activity leads to decreased pain and inflammation. Our class IV laser has a power output of 9 Watts! This is in comparison to class III lasers which operate at .5 Watts. This means that our laser is almost 20 times more powerful. We can accomplish in 6 minutes what the class III laser accomplishes in 120 minutes or 2 hours. Check out the video below for more information on the effects of laser.
donna@gigaalaser.com
Deep Tissue Therapy Lasers are the preferred therapy lasers of professional sports teams. They are used by team trainers and physical therapists.
How does Laser Therapy work?
Laser therapy causes chemical reactions at the cellular level. The photon energy accelerates the healing process, increases metabolism and improves circulation at the site of injury. It has been shown to be effective in the treatment of acute pain and injury, inflammation, chronic pain and post-operative conditions. It has been shown to accelerate the healing of damaged nerves, tendons and muscle tissue.
What will you feel during laser therapy?
Laser therapy treatment is safe, painless and fast. Patients feel a soothing warmth as laser energy gently penetrates the tissue and boosts your body’s own regeneration powers to relieve your pain. Deep Tissue Laser Therapy treatments are usually administered for 5 to 10 minutes depending on the body location. Results can be immediate but the most observed results are after 4 to 6 treatment sessions. The body continues to benefit from the effects of the therapy for 18-24 hours after treatment. During this time, modulated cellular activity leads to decreased pain and inflammation. Our class IV laser has a power output of 9 Watts! This is in comparison to class III lasers which operate at .5 Watts. This means that our laser is almost 20 times more powerful. We can accomplish in 6 minutes what the class III laser accomplishes in 120 minutes or 2 hours. Check out the video below for more information on the effects of laser.
donna@gigaalaser.com
2015年9月16日星期三
High power laser therapy versus ultrasound therapy
13.04.2014
Aim
The aim of the study is to evaluate the short-term effectiveness of HILT (High Intensity Laser Therapy) versus ultrasound therapy .
Study type
The study was conducted as a randomized clinical trial in a university hospital.
Patients
The study involved 70 patients with SAIS (Subacromial impingement syndrome) who were randomly assigned to HILT or US therapy treatments.
Study program
Participants received 10 treatment sessions of HILT and ultrasound therapy for a period of two weeks.
Measurement method
The results were determined in Constant Murley Scale (CMS), Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and the Simple Shoulder Test (SST).
In the study group were 42 women and 28 men with the average age of 54.1 years. The baseline value level was 6.4 in the VAS scale. There were no differences between groups at the beginning phase of the study.
After a two-week treatment period HILT group participants showed a significantly greater reduction in pain than participants of the US group.
Study limitations: the study was limited by the small sample size, lack of placebo group and observation period after treatment procedures.
HILT group's treatments were carried out by laser Hiro 1.0. Its high peak power is 1 kW. Treatment parameters were as follows: emitted wavelength -1064nm, maximum energy per single pulse - 150mJ, average power - 6W, energy density - 760mJ/cm2 and duration of a single pulse - less than 150ms. The initial phase of the treatment concerned the manual scanning (sweeping) of the muscular contracture area (100cm2/30s), especially the upper part of the trapezius and deltoid muscles. In this phase, the total administered dose was 1000J. The intermediate phase include application on trigger points to achieve a reduction in pain up to 70-80%. The average energy dose in this case was 50J. The final phase of the treatment consisted of slow manual sweeping (100cm2/60s) of the same area that was subjected to treatment in the initial phase until achieving a total energy dose of 1000J. Energy densities at various stages were respectively 510, 610, 710 mJ/cm2. In this way, the total dose of administered energy was approximately 2.050 J. The time required for the treatment was approximately 10 minutes.
Participants in the ultrasound therapy group were subjected to a treatment with the application of 1 MHz ultrasound head with an intensity of 2W/cm2 and a duty cycle of 100%. The ultrasound head was operated in a slow circular motion in the area of 20cm2.
Evaluation
The initial value of pain sensation in the HILT group was 6.28 determined in VAS scale, after the treatment it decreased to 2.42.
In the US group, the initial value was 6.6. After the above mentioned treatment session it decreased to 4.44.
VAS is an abbreviation of the Visual Analog Scale. This measuring method is related to the assessment of the reported level in relation to two extreme values. They may include the determination of absence of pain and very sharp pain sensation. Respondents specify their sensation level by indicating a position along the scale. Then, the location is measured at a specified point in relation to the length of sections between the determinants. In such a system, the response in the middle of the VAS scale is 5.
The study was also assessed in the Constant-Murley Scale (CMS) and the Simple Shoulder Test (SST), but the descriptions of these
measurement methods are beyond the scope of the article.
Conclusions
A study shows that high power laser therapy was twice as efficient as the ultrasound therapy in the treatment of SAIS.
donna@gigaalaser.com
High power laser therapy versus ultrasound therapy
13.04.2014
Aim
The aim of the study is to evaluate the short-term effectiveness of HILT (High Intensity Laser Therapy) versus ultrasound therapy .
Study type
The study was conducted as a randomized clinical trial in a university hospital.
Patients
The study involved 70 patients with SAIS (Subacromial impingement syndrome) who were randomly assigned to HILT or US therapy treatments.
Study program
Participants received 10 treatment sessions of HILT and ultrasound therapy for a period of two weeks.
Measurement method
The results were determined in Constant Murley Scale (CMS), Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and the Simple Shoulder Test (SST).
In the study group were 42 women and 28 men with the average age of 54.1 years. The baseline value level was 6.4 in the VAS scale. There were no differences between groups at the beginning phase of the study.
After a two-week treatment period HILT group participants showed a significantly greater reduction in pain than participants of the US group.
Study limitations: the study was limited by the small sample size, lack of placebo group and observation period after treatment procedures.
HILT group's treatments were carried out by laser Hiro 1.0. Its high peak power is 1 kW. Treatment parameters were as follows: emitted wavelength -1064nm, maximum energy per single pulse - 150mJ, average power - 6W, energy density - 760mJ/cm2 and duration of a single pulse - less than 150ms. The initial phase of the treatment concerned the manual scanning (sweeping) of the muscular contracture area (100cm2/30s), especially the upper part of the trapezius and deltoid muscles. In this phase, the total administered dose was 1000J. The intermediate phase include application on trigger points to achieve a reduction in pain up to 70-80%. The average energy dose in this case was 50J. The final phase of the treatment consisted of slow manual sweeping (100cm2/60s) of the same area that was subjected to treatment in the initial phase until achieving a total energy dose of 1000J. Energy densities at various stages were respectively 510, 610, 710 mJ/cm2. In this way, the total dose of administered energy was approximately 2.050 J. The time required for the treatment was approximately 10 minutes.
Participants in the ultrasound therapy group were subjected to a treatment with the application of 1 MHz ultrasound head with an intensity of 2W/cm2 and a duty cycle of 100%. The ultrasound head was operated in a slow circular motion in the area of 20cm2.
Evaluation
The initial value of pain sensation in the HILT group was 6.28 determined in VAS scale, after the treatment it decreased to 2.42.
In the US group, the initial value was 6.6. After the above mentioned treatment session it decreased to 4.44.
VAS is an abbreviation of the Visual Analog Scale. This measuring method is related to the assessment of the reported level in relation to two extreme values. They may include the determination of absence of pain and very sharp pain sensation. Respondents specify their sensation level by indicating a position along the scale. Then, the location is measured at a specified point in relation to the length of sections between the determinants. In such a system, the response in the middle of the VAS scale is 5.
The study was also assessed in the Constant-Murley Scale (CMS) and the Simple Shoulder Test (SST), but the descriptions of these
measurement methods are beyond the scope of the article.
Conclusions
A study shows that high power laser therapy was twice as efficient as the ultrasound therapy in the treatment of SAIS.
donna@gigaalaser.com
Ultrasound Vs Laser – The Battle of the Electrotherapies
Laser
Non-thermal and thermal effects
Use on open wounds
Chronic pain and acute treatment
More research demonstrating efficacy
Safe to use on most populations.
Ultrasound
Thermal and non-thermal effects
Closed wounds only
Not to be used over the eyes
Potential tissue damage if used incorrectly
Lack of research demonstrating efficacy
Should not be used on those with circulatory or neuropathic conditions, children or the elderly.
To summarise, Laser can be used on a wider range of injuries and conditions and has fewer contraindications to treatment than ultrasound. Ultrasound poses more of a risk in terms of potential tissue damage, mostly due to the thermal effects and danger of burns. Finally, there is more scientific evidence supporting the use of laser therapy for treating soft tissue injuries.
One study published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine in 2008 (Stergioulas et al) demonstrated a significant improvement in pain levels in those with Achilles tendinopathy when laser was used in conjunction with eccentric strengthening (compared to sham laser and eccentric strengthening).
However, the lack of evidence supporting the use of ultrasound therapy may be due to the wide variation in treatment settings used among different studies which can have dramatic effects on the outcomes. Ultrasound also has a pro-inflammatory effect which may explain why studies looking into the anti-inflammatory effect have shown no effect.
Conclusion
In conclusion, it appears that laser therapy has more applications in treating soft tissue injuries and also poses less risk of cell damage. Whilst many clinicians regularly use ultrasound and have seen positive results in the clinical setting, there is less research to back this up than there is with laser therapy.
....
donna@gigaalaser.com
Non-thermal and thermal effects
Use on open wounds
Chronic pain and acute treatment
More research demonstrating efficacy
Safe to use on most populations.
Ultrasound
Thermal and non-thermal effects
Closed wounds only
Not to be used over the eyes
Potential tissue damage if used incorrectly
Lack of research demonstrating efficacy
Should not be used on those with circulatory or neuropathic conditions, children or the elderly.
To summarise, Laser can be used on a wider range of injuries and conditions and has fewer contraindications to treatment than ultrasound. Ultrasound poses more of a risk in terms of potential tissue damage, mostly due to the thermal effects and danger of burns. Finally, there is more scientific evidence supporting the use of laser therapy for treating soft tissue injuries.
One study published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine in 2008 (Stergioulas et al) demonstrated a significant improvement in pain levels in those with Achilles tendinopathy when laser was used in conjunction with eccentric strengthening (compared to sham laser and eccentric strengthening).
However, the lack of evidence supporting the use of ultrasound therapy may be due to the wide variation in treatment settings used among different studies which can have dramatic effects on the outcomes. Ultrasound also has a pro-inflammatory effect which may explain why studies looking into the anti-inflammatory effect have shown no effect.
Conclusion
In conclusion, it appears that laser therapy has more applications in treating soft tissue injuries and also poses less risk of cell damage. Whilst many clinicians regularly use ultrasound and have seen positive results in the clinical setting, there is less research to back this up than there is with laser therapy.
....
donna@gigaalaser.com
Ultrasound Vs Laser – The Battle of the Electrotherapies
Laser
Non-thermal and thermal effects
Use on open wounds
Chronic pain and acute treatment
More research demonstrating efficacy
Safe to use on most populations.
Ultrasound
Thermal and non-thermal effects
Closed wounds only
Not to be used over the eyes
Potential tissue damage if used incorrectly
Lack of research demonstrating efficacy
Should not be used on those with circulatory or neuropathic conditions, children or the elderly.
To summarise, Laser can be used on a wider range of injuries and conditions and has fewer contraindications to treatment than ultrasound. Ultrasound poses more of a risk in terms of potential tissue damage, mostly due to the thermal effects and danger of burns. Finally, there is more scientific evidence supporting the use of laser therapy for treating soft tissue injuries.
One study published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine in 2008 (Stergioulas et al) demonstrated a significant improvement in pain levels in those with Achilles tendinopathy when laser was used in conjunction with eccentric strengthening (compared to sham laser and eccentric strengthening).
However, the lack of evidence supporting the use of ultrasound therapy may be due to the wide variation in treatment settings used among different studies which can have dramatic effects on the outcomes. Ultrasound also has a pro-inflammatory effect which may explain why studies looking into the anti-inflammatory effect have shown no effect.
Conclusion
In conclusion, it appears that laser therapy has more applications in treating soft tissue injuries and also poses less risk of cell damage. Whilst many clinicians regularly use ultrasound and have seen positive results in the clinical setting, there is less research to back this up than there is with laser therapy.
....
donna@gigaalaser.com
Non-thermal and thermal effects
Use on open wounds
Chronic pain and acute treatment
More research demonstrating efficacy
Safe to use on most populations.
Ultrasound
Thermal and non-thermal effects
Closed wounds only
Not to be used over the eyes
Potential tissue damage if used incorrectly
Lack of research demonstrating efficacy
Should not be used on those with circulatory or neuropathic conditions, children or the elderly.
To summarise, Laser can be used on a wider range of injuries and conditions and has fewer contraindications to treatment than ultrasound. Ultrasound poses more of a risk in terms of potential tissue damage, mostly due to the thermal effects and danger of burns. Finally, there is more scientific evidence supporting the use of laser therapy for treating soft tissue injuries.
One study published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine in 2008 (Stergioulas et al) demonstrated a significant improvement in pain levels in those with Achilles tendinopathy when laser was used in conjunction with eccentric strengthening (compared to sham laser and eccentric strengthening).
However, the lack of evidence supporting the use of ultrasound therapy may be due to the wide variation in treatment settings used among different studies which can have dramatic effects on the outcomes. Ultrasound also has a pro-inflammatory effect which may explain why studies looking into the anti-inflammatory effect have shown no effect.
Conclusion
In conclusion, it appears that laser therapy has more applications in treating soft tissue injuries and also poses less risk of cell damage. Whilst many clinicians regularly use ultrasound and have seen positive results in the clinical setting, there is less research to back this up than there is with laser therapy.
....
donna@gigaalaser.com
Ultrasound Vs Laser – The Battle of the Electrotherapies
Laser
Non-thermal and thermal effects
Use on open wounds
Chronic pain and acute treatment
More research demonstrating efficacy
Safe to use on most populations.
Ultrasound
Thermal and non-thermal effects
Closed wounds only
Not to be used over the eyes
Potential tissue damage if used incorrectly
Lack of research demonstrating efficacy
Should not be used on those with circulatory or neuropathic conditions, children or the elderly.
To summarise, Laser can be used on a wider range of injuries and conditions and has fewer contraindications to treatment than ultrasound. Ultrasound poses more of a risk in terms of potential tissue damage, mostly due to the thermal effects and danger of burns. Finally, there is more scientific evidence supporting the use of laser therapy for treating soft tissue injuries.
One study published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine in 2008 (Stergioulas et al) demonstrated a significant improvement in pain levels in those with Achilles tendinopathy when laser was used in conjunction with eccentric strengthening (compared to sham laser and eccentric strengthening).
However, the lack of evidence supporting the use of ultrasound therapy may be due to the wide variation in treatment settings used among different studies which can have dramatic effects on the outcomes. Ultrasound also has a pro-inflammatory effect which may explain why studies looking into the anti-inflammatory effect have shown no effect.
Conclusion
In conclusion, it appears that laser therapy has more applications in treating soft tissue injuries and also poses less risk of cell damage. Whilst many clinicians regularly use ultrasound and have seen positive results in the clinical setting, there is less research to back this up than there is with laser therapy.
....
donna@gigaalaser.com
Non-thermal and thermal effects
Use on open wounds
Chronic pain and acute treatment
More research demonstrating efficacy
Safe to use on most populations.
Ultrasound
Thermal and non-thermal effects
Closed wounds only
Not to be used over the eyes
Potential tissue damage if used incorrectly
Lack of research demonstrating efficacy
Should not be used on those with circulatory or neuropathic conditions, children or the elderly.
To summarise, Laser can be used on a wider range of injuries and conditions and has fewer contraindications to treatment than ultrasound. Ultrasound poses more of a risk in terms of potential tissue damage, mostly due to the thermal effects and danger of burns. Finally, there is more scientific evidence supporting the use of laser therapy for treating soft tissue injuries.
One study published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine in 2008 (Stergioulas et al) demonstrated a significant improvement in pain levels in those with Achilles tendinopathy when laser was used in conjunction with eccentric strengthening (compared to sham laser and eccentric strengthening).
However, the lack of evidence supporting the use of ultrasound therapy may be due to the wide variation in treatment settings used among different studies which can have dramatic effects on the outcomes. Ultrasound also has a pro-inflammatory effect which may explain why studies looking into the anti-inflammatory effect have shown no effect.
Conclusion
In conclusion, it appears that laser therapy has more applications in treating soft tissue injuries and also poses less risk of cell damage. Whilst many clinicians regularly use ultrasound and have seen positive results in the clinical setting, there is less research to back this up than there is with laser therapy.
....
donna@gigaalaser.com
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