High Intensity Laser Therapy
Laser Therapy Relieves Pain, Promotes Healing
High Intensity Laser Therapy (HILT), also known as photobiomodulation, is a FDA-cleared treatment option that is unique in its ability to penetrate through bone, soft tissue, and muscle to deliver healing light energy to the cells of the body for lasting pain relief. The lasers used at Innovative Health in Weston are among the most powerful available in Central Wisconsin.
Laser Therapy Can Help
Unsure if high intensity laser therapy is right for you? Our doctors will evaluate your condition and let you know if laser therapy is a good fit or recommend another treatment better suited to your goals.
Benefits of Laser Therapy
High Intensity Laser Therapy works by stimulating the body’s natural repair mechanisms.
Relieves Pain
Stimulates the release of endorphins and enkephalins (the body’s natural pain killers) from the brain and adrenal glands.
Softens Scar Tissue
Softens existing scar tissue and prevents new scar tissue from forming, enabling you to regain mobility and range of motion.
Reduces Swelling
Laser therapy reduces inflammation by expanding blood vessels and activating the lymphatic drainage system.
Resets Chronic Pain Cycle
Resets pain memory in the interneurons and restores proper communication between the brain and the rest of your body.
Calms Muscle Spasm
Injured muscles may go into “guard” mode. Laser therapy relaxes muscles to reduce pain and facilitate movement.
Improves Blood Flow
Blood carries oxygen and nutrients throughout your body. HILT increases blood flow to enable faster healing of damaged tissues.
Improves Nerve Function
HILT improves communication between nerves and the brain and accelerates the process of nerve repair and recovery.
Speeds Healing
Laser light energy accelerates DNA and RNA repairs, increases cell reproduction and growth, and activates immune system cells.
How Does Laser Therapy Work?
HILT is Similar to Photosynthesis
In science class, we learned about photosynthesis – the process whereby a plant converts light energy from the sun into chemical energy to fuel growth.
In a similar way, your body converts light energy from the laser into chemical energy to fuel cell growth and healing. The body absorbs laser light at the cellular level, stimulating your body’s ability to heal itself.
Is High Intensity Laser Therapy Safe?
Yes.
Laser therapy has been cleared by the FDA for treating pain. It has been used in Europe since the 1970’s and is trusted by practitioners and elite athletes around the world to accelerate recovery. Our clinic began using laser therapy in 2004.
I had severe lower back pain to the point of not being able to sleep or do my job. After laser therapy and adjustments, I am mainly pain free.
– Google Review
Photobiomodulation
Another Name for Laser Therapy
- FDA Cleared
- Noninvasive
- Drug Free
Laser therapy has gone by various names since it was first introduced in Europe in the 1960s. The scientific community has most recently agreed upon the term: photobiomodulation.
“Photo” comes from the Greek word for light. “Bio” (also Greek) means the course of human life. “Modulation” is rooted in Latin, which means to alter, change, or adapt.
If you put it all together, it roughly translates to “light that changes life”.
Are you ready to feel better?
What to Expect During a Laser Therapy Session
- Most sessions last about 10–15 minutes.
- The laser creates a warm, relaxing sensation.
- Patients often describe it as “a deep, comforting heat.”
- Treatments build upon one another. Healing occurs over a series of treatments.
A Reputation for Results
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Why Choose Innovative Health?
Since 1987, we have been dedicated to providing exceptional health care to Central Wisconsin. Our team of skilled doctors offers a variety of treatment approaches and adjusting techniques tailored to your needs. Through ongoing education, we continuously improve our care to best serve you.
- Reputation for the very best care
- Four doctors on staff
- Open early and late to fit your schedule
- Private adjusting rooms
- On-site x-rays
- Advanced treatment options
Are you ready to feel better?
3 Steps to Feeling Better
Complete Evaluation
Your first visit will include a complete evaluation of your current condition. We will uncover the root cause and develop an appropriate treatment plan.
Effective Care
We don't do cookie-cutter care plans. Your care will be customized to you and may include a combination of therapies to deliver the best results.
Get Back to Life
Our goal is the same as yours—to help you restore your body to normal function so that you can go back to enjoying the life you deserve.
