Evaluation
Dr. Eric reviews your symptoms, health history, examination findings, and treatment goals to determine whether laser therapy is appropriate.
Non-invasive light-based therapy
Laser Therapy in Harleysville, PA
Laser therapy uses targeted wavelengths of light to stimulate cellular activity in injured or irritated tissues. It may be included in a personalized plan for selected musculoskeletal and soft-tissue problems.
Understanding the service
What Is Laser Therapy?
Low-level or therapeutic laser treatment, also called photobiomodulation, delivers focused light energy through the skin to selected tissues.
The light is used to stimulate cellular activity, including processes associated with energy production and tissue repair. It may also help reduce local inflammation and discomfort.
At our office, laser therapy is not automatically recommended for every painful area. We first determine what tissue may be involved and whether the treatment makes sense within your broader care plan.
Common applications
Problems That May Be Considered for Laser Therapy
Laser therapy may be considered for selected musculoskeletal injuries, chronic pain conditions, and soft-tissue problems based on your examination.
Back and neck pain
Whiplash-related soft-tissue irritation
Tendinitis and overuse injuries
Tennis elbow
Carpal tunnel symptoms
Arthritis-related joint discomfort
Fibromyalgia-related pain
Sprains and strains
Sports injuries
Shoulder and knee pain
Chronic muscle and joint pain
Selected post-surgical recovery needs
This list does not mean every case is appropriate for treatment. Similar symptoms can have different causes, so Dr. Eric begins with an evaluation before recommending care.
Your visit
What to Expect During Laser Therapy
The treatment area, settings, and number of sessions depend on your diagnosis, health history, tissue depth, and response to care.
Targeted treatment
The applicator is directed over the selected area. A session commonly lasts about 5 to 15 minutes, depending on the condition and treatment plan.
Progress review
Your response is monitored, and laser therapy may be combined with chiropractic care, exercise, mobility work, or another service when appropriate.
Personalized decision
Is Laser Therapy Appropriate for You?
Laser therapy is non-invasive and generally well tolerated. Some patients feel gentle warmth, while others notice little sensation during treatment.
Treatment may not be appropriate over certain areas or for people with specific medical conditions, so a health-history review is required before care begins.
Tell our team about major medical conditions, recent procedures, implanted devices, pregnancy, medications, and changes in your symptoms before treatment.
Common questions
Laser Therapy FAQs
Does laser therapy hurt?
Laser therapy is generally comfortable. Some patients feel mild warmth in the treatment area, while others feel very little during the session.
How long does a laser therapy session take?
Sessions commonly last about 5 to 15 minutes, depending on the area, treatment settings, and services included.
Is there downtime after laser therapy?
There is usually no routine downtime. Activity guidance may still be provided based on the injury or condition being treated.
How many treatments will I need?
The number and frequency of sessions vary based on the tissue involved, how long the problem has been present, and your response to care.
Can laser therapy be combined with chiropractic care?
Yes. When appropriate, laser therapy may be combined with chiropractic adjustments, mobility work, corrective exercise, or other services.
Will insurance cover laser therapy?
Coverage varies by plan and service classification. Our team can discuss fees, payment options, and available insurance information before treatment begins.
Evaluation-first care
Find Out Whether Laser Therapy Fits Your Care Plan
Schedule an evaluation at Family Chiropractic of Lederach in Harleysville. We will assess the problem, explain your options, and determine whether this service is appropriate for your goals.