Cold laser therapy offers gentle, drug-free relief that supports natural healing. During chiropractic care, this light-based treatment targets irritated tissues to reduce inflammation and encourage repair. When combined with precise spinal adjustments, cold laser therapy helps restore motion, ease discomfort, and protect long-term function.
Cold laser therapy is a type of low-level laser therapy that delivers specific wavelengths of light to the skin without generating heat. Cells absorb this light and increase energy production, which supports circulation and calm signaling in nerves. The result is a local environment that favors recovery, characterized by reduced swelling, enhanced tissue nutrition, and improved comfort during daily activities.
Our chiropractor follows the Gonstead method, a system that emphasizes exact problem-solving rather than broad, generalized adjustments. The chiropractor evaluates posture, motion, and segmental alignment to locate the primary source of dysfunction. After a focused adjustment restores mechanics at that level, cold laser therapy targets nearby muscles, ligaments, and tendons. The laser helps calm residual irritation around the corrected joint, allowing the body to maintain alignment more easily between visits.
Cold laser therapy supports many common musculoskeletal concerns that limit motion or comfort:
These problems often improve more quickly when joint mechanics and tissue recovery progress in tandem.
A typical session begins with a brief movement check and a Gonstead-style reassessment to confirm the exact levels that need care. The chiropractor delivers a precise adjustment to restore motion and then applies the handheld laser to the targeted area for several minutes. More patients feel little sensation, sometimes a mild soothing warmth, or tingling. Visits stay efficient, and normal activities usually continue the same day unless the doctor recommends short-term activity changes.
Cold laser therapy maintains a strong reputation in the hands of trained professionals. Protective eyewear prevents direct eye exposure. Treatment avoids open wounds, active infections, and areas contraindicated by medical history. Since the laser does not cut or heat tissue, sessions remain comfortable and non-invasive, making them a good option for many patients with varying degrees of pain tolerance.
Although cold laser therapy is a great service, it is important to remember that progress continues at home. Short movement breaks during desk work, light mobility drills approved by the chiropractor, and steady hydration all support tissue recovery. Quality sleep and mindful lifting or sport technique further reduce strain, so improvements last longer between appointments.
Cold laser therapy complements the precision of the Gonstead method by supporting the tissues that surround a corrected joint. Are you interested in learning more about this service? Contact Victory Spine Center for more information or to schedule a consultation.
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