Laser Therapy Institute Podcast
123 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsThe world's first podcast about medical laser therapy for healthcare providers, discussing the latest research, interviews with experts and how laser therapy can enhance your practice.
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STUDY: Heel Spur
September 04, 2023 08:00 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MBPlantar fasciitis can be tough to treat but can be even more difficult when a calcaneal spur is present. In this double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, laser therapy showed some great benefits. Listen in as we summarize the study and give you takeaways to help your patients! We are now live-streaming each recording on YouTube! Watch the recording of this episode. (Be sure to catch our Healing at the Speed of Light Podcasts on YouTube!) YouTube Channel View the many other episodes...
STUDIES: A Clinician's View on Wavelengths
July 10, 2023 08:00 - 35 minutes - 49.2 MBAre you trying to sort through all the research and information about lasers? Let us help! In this episode, we go over the results of more than 170 studies about the cellular and tissue effects of different wavelengths. Learn what the research is showing for visible and infrared wavelengths so you can decide for yourself which lasers fit your practice, in a plain-language way that makes sense! We do a live broadcast of the LTI Podcast every other week on Facebook. Watch this epis...
STUDY: Neurovascular Improvement in Diabetic Neuropathy
June 26, 2023 08:00 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MBLaser therapy has been proven to help with diabetic neuropathy pain, but could lasers stimulate damage reversal? Join us as we review the research on neurovascular function in diabetic neuropathy. Read the full research study mentioned in this episode. We do a live broadcast of the LTI Podcast every other week on Facebook. Watch this episode here. (Be sure to also catch our Healing at the Speed of Light Podcast on Facebook!) YouTube Channel Laser Therapy Institute Further Reso...
STUDY: Laser Dosing for Carpal Tunnel
May 22, 2023 08:00 - 18 minutes - 25.6 MBDo you use, or want to use, laser therapy to treat patients with carpal tunnel syndrome? How can you be sure your dose parameters and technique are correct? Join us to hear what recent research is showing for LLLT and HILT doses for effective treatment! Read the full study here. We do a live broadcast of the LTI Podcast every other week on Facebook. Watch this episode here. (Be sure to also catch our Healing at the Speed of Light Podcast on Facebook!) YouTube Channel Laser Ther...
ARTICLE: The Importance of Laser Technique
May 08, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes - 38.4 MBIt is increasingly understood that laser therapy (photobiomodulation) can produce great results in treating various conditions, but how important is the way the laser is used? Dr. Rountree shares research to find the best ways to use your PBM device for your patient's health! Read the complete study mentioned in this podcast. We do a live broadcast of the LTI Podcast every other week on Facebook. Watch this episode here. (Be sure to also catch our Healing at the Speed of Light Pod...
STUDY: High-powered vs. Superpulsed Lasers
April 17, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBAre you caught up in all the laser sales lingo and wondering which way is up? What is the difference between Class 4 lasers and superpulsed Class 3? Does high peak power mean better penetration? Listen now to find out what the science says in this episode. Read the complete study mentioned in this podcast. We do a live broadcast of the LTI Podcast every other week on Facebook. Watch this episode here. (Be sure to also catch our Healing at the Speed of Light Podcast on Facebook!) ...
INTERVIEW: Dr. Robert Wolfe and EAAs
March 27, 2023 18:58 - 33 minutes - 46.1 MBDr. Rountree is joined today by former Harvard professor and world-renowned clinical researcher Dr. Robert Wolfe to discuss nutritional adjuncts to healing and pain relief. Dr. Wolfe's studies have been conducted with support from competitive research grants from the National Institutes of Health, National Space Biomedical Institute, US Department of Defense, The US Department of Agriculture, as well as the US Olympic Committee, and the International Olympic Committee. Amino Co’s ...
WEBINAR EXCERPT: Sports Med
March 06, 2023 09:00 - 11 minutes - 15.5 MBIn this episode, Dr. Agnieska Cluchey shares research and protocols for caring for sprains using laser therapy. This is an excerpt from a recent webinar Sports Medicine With Laser Therapy. Access the link to watch the full webinar which includes more research and information regarding mild traumatic brain injury and overuse syndrome. Dr. Cluchey is the owner of a Laser Therapy clinic in Illinois and a member of the Laser Therapy Institute. We do a live broadcast of the LTI Podcast...
STUDY: What's up with 1064nm?
February 13, 2023 09:00 - 37 minutes - 51.9 MBWhat's going on with this "new" laser wavelength of 1064nm? Find out how this wavelength compares to more traditional PBM wavelengths like 830nm, as well as the reasons to use 1064nm in this research review! "There are a few reasons for utilizing a 1064 nm laser. First, the absorption of water at 1064 nm is relatively weak, lower than that at 950-1000 nm and comparable to that at 900 nm (see the following figure). Second, light at this wavelength can penetrate deeper in tissue than...
STUDY: Transcranial Light for Dementia
January 16, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes - 34.2 MBListen in as Dr. Rountree discusses new research that shows that near-infrared light therapy might improve anxiety, mood, energy, daily routine, sleep, and cognition while reducing the burden on caregivers. Access the full study here. We do a live broadcast of the LTI Podcast every other week on Facebook. Watch this episode here. (Be sure to catch our Healing at the Speed of Light Podcast on Facebook as well!) YouTube Channel Laser Therapy Institute Further Resources: Success...
STUDY: Cervical Spondylosis
December 27, 2022 18:47 - 32 minutes - 45 MBLaser therapy research shows that photobiomodulation "is able to rapidly induce photothermic and photochemical effects in the deep tissue, thus stimulating collagen production, increasing blood flow and cellular metabolism, and removing painful stimuli." Learn more about this research and how laser therapy compares with TENS in this episode of the LTI Podcast. Read the full study here. We do a live broadcast of the LTI Podcast every other week on Facebook. Watch this episode here....
REVIEW: Tendon Repair with Light
December 12, 2022 22:29 - 26 minutes - 36.7 MBListen to this episode of the LTI Podcast as Dr. Rountree discusses a 2022 review article focused on how light works to improve tendon healing! Download the review The Functions and Mechanisms of Low-Level Laser Therapy in Tendon Repair (Review) We do a live broadcast of the LTI Podcast every other week on Facebook. Watch this episode here. (Be sure to catch our Healing at the Speed of Light Podcast on Facebook as well!) YouTube Channel Laser Therapy Institute Further Resourc...
STUDIES: Maximum Light Penetration
November 28, 2022 09:00 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MBThere is a lot of debate regarding the penetration of light through tissues, how it works, and whether it is even necessary for the effects of photobiomodulation. In today's LTI Podcast, Dr. Rountree discusses some technical details from two studies to bring to light some answers to the debate about the factors of light penetration. The studies mentioned in this episode: Near-infrared photonic energy penetration: can infrared phototherapy effectively reach the human brain? Effect ...
CASE STUDY AND LIT REVIEW: Episacral Lipomas
November 14, 2022 09:00 - 24 minutes - 33.4 MBListen in as Dr. Rountree shares more about the exam, testing, diagnosis, and treatment of "back mice" in the clinical setting. We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch the next episode LIVE in two weeks on Facebook! The study mentioned in this episode: The Best-Laid Plans of "Back Mice" and Men: A Case Report and Literature Review of Episacroiliac Lipoma YouTube Channel Laser Therapy Institute Further Resources: Success with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Checklist Infogr...
WEBINAR: Neuropathy and Laser Therapy
October 31, 2022 08:00 - 20 minutes - 27.7 MBThis podcast is an excerpt from a one-hour webinar packed full of information you need to know if you want to be successful with peripheral neuropathy patients. Dr. Rountree covers: What is neuropathy? Why does it happen? How can laser therapy help? How do I start helping neuropathy patients in my practice? What kind of practice growth can I expect? Watch the full webinar. YouTube Channel Laser Therapy Institute Further Resources: Success with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Ch...
STUDY: Preventing Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy
October 18, 2022 04:54 - 17 minutes - 24.1 MBNew research on chemo-induced neuropathy PREVENTION shows promising results for patients undergoing cancer treatment. Learn what the researchers found and how it can impact your practice! The study mentioned in this episode: The use of photobiomodulation therapy for the prevention of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy: a randomized, placebo-controlled pilot trial (NEUROLASER trial) RSVP for the Live Webinar (October 27, 2022 -- 1 pm Mountain Time) YouTube Channel Laser ...
STUDY: Using light for your Parkinson's patients
October 04, 2022 01:58 - 24 minutes - 34.2 MBDo you want to use light and laser therapy to help your patients with neurodegenerative symptoms? Dr. Rountree discusses research-based strategies to utilize photobiomodulation with this growing patient population. Mentioned in this episode: Improvements in clinical signs of Parkinson’s disease using photobiomodulation: a prospective proof-of-concept study Vielight YouTube Channel Laser Therapy Institute Further Resources: Success with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Checklist Info...
STUDY: LED vs. LASER
September 19, 2022 17:07 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MBListen in as Dr. Rountree discusses brand-new research comparing laser and LED effects, along with 800nm vs 1064nm wavelengths, testing for light-induced cellular metabolism improvements, and what it all means to the clinician. The study mentioned in this episode: Photobiomodulation at Different Wavelengths Boosts Mitochondrial Redox Metabolism and Hemoglobin Oxygenation: Lasers vs. Light-Emitting Diodes In Vivo YouTube Channel Laser Therapy Institute Further Resources: Success...
STUDIES: PRP and PBM 3-step Protocol
August 29, 2022 08:00 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MBSome research has indicated that PBM could be applied to the blood and platelets during the preparation of the PRP solution in order to increase the regenerative functions. Join us to hear a research summary and learn how some doctors are using their lasers to "activate" PRP prior to injection. Dr. Rountree also goes over what a 3-step protocol might look like. For related information check out Light-activated PRP YouTube Channel Laser Therapy Institute Further Resources: Succe...
PERSPECTIVE: Do neurons generate light to communicate and repair?
July 25, 2022 08:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBCells in the body, particularly the neurons, produce biophotons as a byproduct of their metabolism. But do these biophotons have a purpose? Join Dr. Rountree and Jay as they discuss neurological processes, and how biophotons are produced by neuron synapses, and what purpose that they may serve. We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch the next episode LIVE in two weeks on Facebook! Studies mentioned in this episode The code of light: do neurons generate light to communic...
EXCERPT: Choosing the Right Laser for Your Clinic
July 07, 2022 01:00 - 15 minutes - 21.7 MBTo effectively and efficiently deliver laser therapy to your patients, you not only need proper training, but you also need the proper equipment! LTI hosted this webinar to help you understand PBM devices better and know which type will best fit your clinical goals. Don't fall for sales talking points! Dr. Rountree explains parameters and terms such as: Power Irradiance Frequency LED vs. Laser Class 3 vs. Class 4 Attended vs. unattended treatments and much more! Watch the fu...
INTERVIEW: Dental PBM with Dr. Jason Pang
May 24, 2022 01:49 - 26 minutes - 36.2 MBJoin Dr. Rountree and Dr. Jason Pang as they talk about the use of PBM in dentistry and how it is helpful in healing wounds, cold sores, TMJ, Bell's Palsy, Burning Mouth, and more. Dr. Pang is a dentist and PMB practitioner in Neutral Bay, near Sydney, Australia. Dr. Pang completed his degree in Biomedical Science in 1994 from the University of Technology, Sydney, and then completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery at the University of Sydney in 2002. He performs laser dentistry as w...
INTERVIEW: Dr. Michael Hamblin, Ph.D
May 11, 2022 01:07 - 27 minutes - 37.8 MBIn this episode, Dr. Rountree and Dr. Hamblin discuss why photobiomodulation is not yet a mainstream medical treatment. They also discuss Dr. Hamblin's recent editorial, Digital Transformation of Photobiomodulation Therapy: A Step Forward to Become Mainstream? Further Resources: Success with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Checklist Infographic Check out these FREE Provider Resources Read about laser research on the LTI Blog Learn more about what we offer on the LTI website Find out how...
Super Episode: Laser Therapy Success
April 27, 2022 01:56 - 47 minutes - 64.7 MBToday's episode contains key excerpts from three previous podcasts to cover why now is the time to implement laser therapy, how to ensure clinical and financial success, and how LTI can help. REVIEW: Why You Should Implement Laser Now Building a Laser Therapy Practice Running a Successful Laser Therapy Practice If you want to learn more about the latest healthcare practices, check out more healthcare training. Further Resources: Success with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Checklist I...
Arthritis Super-episode
April 11, 2022 08:00 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MBResearch through the years demonstrates the need for proper dosing for laser therapy to be an effective solution for chronic pain instead of cortisone, pain medications, and surgery. Today's episode contains excerpts from four previous recordings centered around arthritis pain. Knee arthritis Rheumatoid arthritis Juvenile inflammatory arthritis Inflammatory mechanisms Laser dosing Osteoarthritis of the hands Laser therapy parameters Listen to the full episode for each refe...
STUDY: Laser Protocols for Neuropathy
March 28, 2022 08:00 - 27 minutes - 50.1 MBKnowing how to properly apply photobiomodulation is critical to get the results your patients need. Various irradiances of near infrared light have been shown to be beneficial for the treatment of neuropathic pain. Today Dr. Rountree and Kristi discuss a study on the mechanistic basis for beneficial outcomes regarding laser therapy by near infrared light on neuropathic pain. Follow along as they discuss why a combination of high irradiance and low irradiance treatments can be used t...
REVIEW: Laser for Neurodegenerative Disease
March 14, 2022 08:00 - 37 minutes - 70.3 MBA 2020 review on light therapy mechanisms with neurodegenerative disease is the focus of Dr. Rountree and Kristi’s discussion today. Together they review what neurodegeneration is, what light and laser treatment looks like for neurodegeneration diseases, and the cellular mechanisms and the therapeutic effects we expect to see in relation to these mechanisms. Follow along for information on how and why laser therapy works. Dr. Rountree also has a few cautions and information for ligh...
STUDY: Subacromial Impingement Syndrome
February 14, 2022 09:00 - 27 minutes - 51.5 MBA study from January of 2021 regarding subacromial impingement syndrome shows the effectiveness of laser therapy with exercise therapy vs. exercise therapy with a placebo in reducing pain, improving quality of life, and increasing muscle strength. Dr. Rountree and Kristi discuss the details and how this study impacts you as a clinician. We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here. See the next episode LIVE in two weeks! Studies mentioned i...
STUDY: Light and Lymphedema
January 31, 2022 09:00 - 27 minutes - 51.9 MBJoin Dr. Rountree and Kristi as they discuss several studies on laser therapy and how it should be used effectively as part of a patient lymphedema care plan. Lymphatic damage can be caused by many factors, but one of the most common is cancer, particularly breast cancer. Post cancer, lymphedema can cause patients to experience painful extremity swelling which affects their quality of life and can often lead to depression. It is a chronic condition that is difficult to manage with c...
REVIEW: Inflammatory Arthritis and Light Therapy
January 17, 2022 09:00 - 35 minutes - 66.9 MBToday Dr. Rountree and Kristi discuss a 2020 study on laser therapy and its mechanisms of “undoing” inflammatory arthritis and juvenile arthritis. Inflammatory arthritis is just one form of arthritis and it stems from an overabundance of cellular inflammatory signals without proper counterbalance of signaling. Cytokine signaling and T-cell function skew toward inflammation and tissue destruction rather than repair and healing. Laser therapy is an excellent tool for arthritis as it p...
Practice Coaching for Members Only
January 10, 2022 09:00 - 12 minutes - 16.7 MBThis podcast is an excerpt from a member-only monthly coaching session. This is only a preview of what our members get every month in addition to custom laser settings, protocols, and personalized clinical support. In today's episode, Dr. Rountree emphasizes some basics for a successful laser therapy practice. Topics covered include profit, pricing, cash vs. insurance, building awareness, and goal setting. For more information on how you can become an LTI Member and increase your l...
STUDY:Full-body Light Therapy: Clinically Relevant?
December 13, 2021 09:00 - 27 minutes - 37.2 MBDr. Rountree and Kristi discuss a 2012 study on red light therapy and its effect on athletes' sleep quality and endurance performance. They take a look at the dosage, wavelengths used, factors that may have tainted the results, and the outcomes of the study. Is full-body photobiomodulation really as effective as targeted light and laser therapy treatments? Can a light therapy bed benefit your patients? Can this be profitable for your clinic? We have begun live-streaming this podcas...
INTERVIEW: Diagnostic Ultrasound with Dr. Randy Moore
November 29, 2021 09:00 - 28 minutes - 39 MBToday’s special guest, Dr. Randy Moore, is a pioneer of using MSK diagnostic ultrasound for soft tissue diagnosis for issues such as rotator cuff tears, meniscus tears, plantar fasciitis and other soft tissue issues. Dr. Moore is a chiropractor and holds multiple ultrasound certifications through the American registry of diagnostic medical sonographers, including ultrasound physics, neuro-sonography and musculoskeletal ultrasound. He also teaches diagnostic ultrasound to practi...
STUDY: Ligament Healing
November 22, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 30.5 MBCan laser therapy help with ligament and tendon injuries? Join Kristi and Dr. Rountree as they discuss a 2020 study where researchers tested the effect of high-intensity laser therapy with exercise vs exercise alone on tendon tears in 12 horses, using a standardized lesion model. Listen along to hear the results of the study and what the possibilities are for tendon and ligament injuries in humans, such as Achilles tendon tears, both short-term and long-term. We have begun live-str...
Chronic Wound Healing
November 08, 2021 09:00 - 25 minutes - 34.7 MBDr. Rountree and Kristi review a study from June 2021 in which they tested the effectiveness of laser therapy with wound dressing vs only wound dressing for chronic wound healing. Chronic wounds include chronic ulcers, post-operative infections, diabetic foot ulcers, bedsores, severe burns, venous leg ulcers, and traumatic wounds. These are difficult to manage and often lead to amputation. Hear about the laser settings and treatment protocols used and the results achieved. We have ...
INTERVIEW: Dr. Fred Schiffer on Dual Brain Psychology and Photobiomodulation
November 01, 2021 22:02 - 1 hour - 109 MBIn this hour-long episode, Dr. Rountree is joined by Dr. Fredric Schiffer, a board-certified physician, and psychiatrist who is a research associate at McLean Hospital. Dr. Schiffer and his associates have published stunning new research on using light to stimulate the brain directly. Dr. Schiffer discusses his concept of dual brain psychology and photobiomodulation for opioid use disorders, addiction, anxiety, PTSD, and depression. Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter LINK Studies...
STUDIES: Prevent and Manage Chronic Low Back Pain Successfully
October 25, 2021 08:00 - 17 minutes - 24 MBNearly everyone will experience lower back pain at some point. Proper management of acute episodes can prevent the onset of chronic pain. Proper management means following the guidelines, yet the research says practitioners in the US often use standalone steroids, surgical referrals, and opioid medications in non-concordant care. What are the guidelines? Are you compliant? If your patients are already dealing with chronic pain, how can you manage their cases successfully? When n...
STUDY: PBM for Opioid Use Disorder
October 18, 2021 08:00 - 16 minutes - 23 MBThis episode directly follows-up episode 31 on opioid addiction and light therapy. The study being reviewed today was done by the same group of researchers and was published in August of 2021. Medication management of opioid use disorders tends to have problems like relapse and dropout, but photobiomodulation used on only one hemisphere of the brain, with or without buprenorphine, was found to be superior to sham in reducing opioid cravings. Listen to find out how they conducted thi...
PBM for Opioid Use Disorder
October 18, 2021 08:00 - 16 minutes - 23 MBThis episode directly follows-up episode 31 on opioid addiction and light therapy. The study being reviewed today was done by the same group of researchers and was published in August of 2021. Medication management of opioid use disorders tends to have problems like relapse and dropout, but photobiomodulation used on only one hemisphere of the brain, with or without buprenorphine, was found to be superior to sham in reducing opioid cravings. Listen to find out how they conducted thi...
INTERVIEW: Neuropsychiatry with Dr. Robert Hedeya
October 11, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 38 MBIn this interview, Dr. Rountree and Dr. Hedeya discuss neuropsychiatry, and how hyperbaric oxygen, laser therapy and neural exercise can be used for psychiatry and brain recovery. Dr. Robert Hedaya is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, a Distinguished Fellow of American Psychiatric Association, and is certified as proficient in psychopharmacology by The American Society of Clinical Psychopharmacology. He has specialized training in psychiatry at th...
STUDY: Rotator Cuff Tears in Stroke Patients
October 04, 2021 08:00 - 14 minutes - 20.5 MBA 2021 study takes a look at rotator cuff tears of post-stroke patients with hemiplegic shoulder pain. Surprisingly, this shoulder pain issue can occur in 16-84% of post-stroke patients. For many rotator cuff patients, surgery or conservative care may yield good results. In this episode, Dr. Rountree reviews the study methods, evaluation process, and how laser therapy was used to improve pain and tendon tear size. Is your exercise care plan enough? Or can you improve patient re...
STUDY: Laser Nerve Blocks
September 27, 2021 08:00 - 20 minutes - 27.9 MBCan photo biomodulation therapy have results equal to RF or lidocaine nerve blocks? In this look at a 2016 study on lidocaine injections and radio frequency nerve blocks, versus laser nerve blocks, results showed that laser nerve blocks had better results for pain relief mid to long term. Hear about the procedure and parameters used for this study. Studies mentioned in this episode Photobiomodulation of the dorsal root ganglion for treatment of low back pain: a pilot study Furt...
Neuropathy Webinar (Excerpt)
September 20, 2021 08:00 - 18 minutes - 25.4 MBChances are you have treated a patient with neuropathy. What methods did you use? Were you confident in your examination and diagnosis process? Have you considered building a practice plan conducive specifically for neuropathy patients? In this excerpt, Dr. Rountree goes into detail on how laser therapy works, reviews studies that look at the effectiveness of photobiomodulation, and summarizes what the research says about using light to treat neuropathy pain. This webinar contains...
STUDY: How Much Laser is Lost to Skin Reflection?
September 13, 2021 08:00 - 16 minutes - 22.9 MBDr. Rountree reviews a carpal tunnel study from 2016 on how skin reflection can impact laser treatments. Factors that affect delivery of light therapy to target tissues include skin tone, melanin absorption, light scatter, and skin reflection of various wavelengths of light. Does this affect your light therapy results? Can you ensure you’re getting the proper dose delivered? Mentioned in this episode · Low-power laser therapy for carpal tunnel syndrome: effective optic...
STUDY: Carpal Tunnel Surgery
September 06, 2021 08:00 - 19 minutes - 26.2 MBSurgery for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is very common, and research does show it is effective for severe cases. But should we look deeper at mild and moderate cases for non-surgical intervention? Dr Rountree summarizes a study on TENS vs Laser Therapy for mild to moderate carpal tunnel cases as well as the side effects of carpal tunnel surgery. How you can ensure that your patient is informed and getting the best possible care for their case? Studies mentioned in this episode T...
STUDY: Post Herpetic Neuralgia (Shingles Pain)
August 30, 2021 08:00 - 10 minutes - 14.2 MBDr. Rountree dives into a study on laser therapy for post-herpetic neuralgia (shingles pain) patients who had no relief from medications. This podcast goes over what wavelength was used, length of study, and the results along with the flaws in this study. When treating post-herpetic neuralgia patients, what factors should be considered for effective pain management? Studies mentioned in this episode · Role of low-level laser therapy in post-herpetic neuralgia: a pilot stu...
REVIEW: PBM for Dentistry
August 23, 2021 08:00 - 15 minutes - 21.2 MBWhile focused on dental applications like TMJ pain, xerostomia, and oral mucositis, this systematic review makes some very good points for light practitioners of any discipline. The researchers provide a look at the need to view deep tissue targeted laser therapy in tissue volume, rather than surface area. Dr. Rountree goes over the additional recommendations for proper spot size, energy dosing, and laser handpieces to achieve optimal tissue healing, whether the target is superficia...
DISCUSSION: “Evidence based practice” may not mean what we think it means
August 16, 2021 08:00 - 13 minutes - 19.3 MBThis is Part 2 of a two-part LTI provider discussion, where we look at the latest research and commentaries on laser therapy for low back pain. The discussion is expanded to include discussion on medical research and what it can or cannot tell us about medicine in general. Why does the medical field demand more and more extensive research for a clearly safe intervention like laser therapy while commonly performing irreversible surgeries with almost no evidence for efficacy? Are ther...
DISCUSSION: Laser Therapy does NOT work for low back pain... or does it?
August 09, 2021 08:00 - 19 minutes - 26.8 MBThis is Part 1 of a two-part LTI provider discussion, where we look at the latest research and commentaries on laser therapy for low back pain. We will discuss what makes this study great, but also why the conclusion is misleading, and what we can learn from it. Studies mentioned in this episode Photobiomodulation therapy does not decrease pain and disability in people with non-specific low back pain: a systematic review. Photobiomodulation therapy for chronic low back pain: ti...
REVIEW: Osteoarthritis Pain and Laser Dosing
August 02, 2021 08:00 - 9 minutes - 13.7 MBThis episode brings you highlights of a review on chronic joint pain and how proper laser therapy dosing can make light therapy effective. Research from almost 20 years ago demonstrates the need for proper dosing in order for laser therapy to be an effective solution for chronic pain instead of cortisone, pain medications, and surgery. Want to know more about Laser Therapy basics including dosing? New FREE courses coming soon! Mentioned in this episode A systematic review of low-le...