Photobiomodulation Therapy (PBMT) - or Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) works by using light energy, typically in the form of low-level lasers or LEDs, to interact with tissues and stimulate biological processes. The light typically used in PBMT is in the red or near-infrared spectrum, which can penetrate the skin and reach the tissues below.
The key mechanism of PBMT is its effect on the mitochondria, the energy-producing structures within cells. When light is absorbed by the mitochondria, it enhances their ability to produce ATP (adenosine triphosphate), the primary energy source for cells. Increased ATP production accelerates various healing processes and enhances cell function.
This leads to benefits such as:
- Improved Circulation: The light can help improve blood flow and oxygenation in the treated area, promoting healing.
- Reduced Inflammation: PBMT has anti-inflammatory effects by influencing the activity of inflammatory molecules and cytokines, which can help reduce swelling and pain.
- Pain Relief: PBMT can help reduce pain through mechanisms like blocking pain signals or promoting the release of endorphins, which are the body’s natural painkillers.
- Cell Regeneration: It promotes cellular repair and regeneration, speeding up the healing of damaged tissues.
Conditions Treated by PBMT:
1. Musculoskeletal Disorders:
- Arthritis (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis): Reduces pain and inflammation in joints.
- Tendonitis: Helps reduce inflammation and promotes the healing of tendons.
- Bursitis: Eases the inflammation in bursae (fluid-filled sacs near joints).
- Plantar Fasciitis: Reduces heel pain by promoting healing in the foot’s fascia.
2. Sports Injuries:
- Strains and Sprains: PBMT can help speed up recovery by promoting tissue repair and reducing swelling and pain.
- Muscle Injuries: Helps in the repair and regeneration of muscle tissues.
- Ligament Injuries: Improves healing of ligaments after sprains or tears.
3. Wound Healing:
- Surgical Wounds: Accelerates recovery time after surgery by enhancing tissue regeneration.
4. Neurological Conditions:
- Nerve Injuries: Promotes healing of nerves after damage (e.g., carpal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy).
- Cervical or Lumbar Radiculopathy: Helps alleviate pain caused by nerve root irritation.
5. Inflammatory Conditions:
- Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorder: Can help reduce pain and inflammation in the jaw.
- Sinusitis: Can reduce inflammation in the sinuses and relieve pain.
6. Post-Surgical Recovery:
- Reduces inflammation and promotes faster tissue repair following surgeries (e.g., orthopaedic surgery).
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At Richards Chiropractic in Milton Keynes and Buckinghamshire, we use Photobiomodulation Therapy (PBMT) to support healing, reduce pain, and enhance recovery. Book your consultation today to discover how this advanced, non-invasive treatment can benefit you.
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Highly recommended. Treatments are fantastic! Just as much as Ms Richards is
Kyra Shaan
Fantastic chiropractor – Sarah always sorts out my neck and back pain. I have referred other people to her who have been equally impressed with their treatments.
Annie
Sarah was recommended to me when I moved to MK over 16 years ago. I’ve trusted her to look after my back ever since, which she’s done in a friendly and very professional manner. I’ve recommended her to a number of friends and family, who have also been very pleased, and wouldn’t hesitate to do so again. Thank you Sarah!
Carol Swann
Sarah has got me and a dodgy knee through 2 marathon length charity walks pain free. She has a professional yet friendly approach talking you through the treatment plan and providing clear guidance on additional exercises to do between treatments. I have and do recommend her to anyone seeking a chiropractor.
Sheshela
An absolute god send. Bulging disc nerve damage – drs cannot help you have without doubt. Thank you so much truly for everything
Janine Freed
Over the last 15 years Sarah Richards has changed my life for the better. When I first started with back issues I struggled to do every day things and was in constant pain. Sarah identified the problem areas and treated them accordingly, this helped me to continue as a full time HGV driver. Excellent customer experience every time, my best investment in myself.
Tony Critchley
Excellent service. Gutted I moved a few hundred miles away, which is the only reason you will find to stop seeing Sarah. After she helped me recover from the worst of my sciatica, the less regular maintenance appointments helped stop a serious flare up. Any flare ups were down to me pushing my luck, more often than I should have. I never felt judged by Sarah. Even though it meant I saw her less she recommend pilates to help me improve my core strength and posture. If I get a big win on the lottery I’d consider bribing her to relocate. Having an excellent chiropractic in your local area us priceless.
Michelle Brigham
Couldn’t tell if chiropractic treatment was suitable for my issue, from a lot of research online. This became a catch-22 as I needed help but was apprehensive about spending money on something ultimately unhelpful. Sarah was the only chiropractor in the area who took the time to respond to queries via email with honesty, and in the end kindly offered to meet and talk so I was better informed. While Sarah recommended a better-suited route of treatment for me, I am still leaving a review. Since it is such a privilege these days to come across someone honest and evidently highly experienced, who actually listens and takes concerns seriously.
Guy Harper
Professional, friendly, highly skilled local practitioner with oodles of experience and tonnes of techniques to ease virtually any ache, pain or injury you can think of! Sarah always finds time to fit me in when I need help and has saved my neck and back from painful restrictions many times. She uses a variety of techniques to help too, highly recommend!
Sally Guest
I have been seeing Sarah for many years now (only every 3 months now for a top up)and I truly believe my lower back treatment has made a huge difference. I don’t even think about my back now whereas before I started seeing Sarah it felt like a constant struggle. I have my life back – thank you
Boz Cranfield
Very professional and extremely helpful. Worked wonders on my back. Highly recommended.
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