OLD BRIDGE, N.J., July 15, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Old Bridge Spine and Wellness Center announced that the practice has added deep tissue laser therapy to their service offerings. According to chiropractor Dr. Peter Bufano, deep tissue laser therapy stimulates internal healing and improves recovery. The Center uses the Class IV LiteCure laser to penetrate deep into injured muscle tissues to promote healing and relieve chronic pain. The practice recommends laser therapy for patients with sprains and strains, sports injuries, plantar fasciitis, chronic back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, post-op, ligament injuries, arthritic pain and other types of inflammatory conditions.
Chiropractor Dr. Bufano said the Class IV LiteCure deep tissue laser has proven very effective in promoting healing and relieving pain for her patients. Additionally, this type of therapy is used as an alternative to medicines, injections, and surgery.
"Class IV laser therapy is extremely effective for treating chronic pain and injury," said Physical Therapist Dr. Daniel Neissany. "By penetrating deep below the skin's surface, the laser is able to reduce inflammation and pain. We often use this advanced therapy for Old Bridge pain management patients."
Laser therapy works by stimulating internal healing on the cellular level. During a treatment, light penetrates six to eight inches below the skin's surface. Energy from the laser promotes the production of cellular ATP (Adenosine Tri-Phosphate), a chemical necessary for cells to repair damage.
According to Dr. Bufano and Dr Neissany, increased production of ATP means that damaged tissue heals faster. Patients with sprains or strains may recover three to five times faster with laser therapy.
"Think of ATP as a 'fuel' that cells need to heal," said Dr. Bufano. "Laser therapy brings this fuel source straight to the cells. After ten short treatment sessions, our patients are able to return to their normal, active lifestyle. Also, laser therapy is a safe and effective alternative to surgery."
The treatment also relieves chronic pain by reducing inflammation. The chiropractors recommend laser therapy as an alternative form of pain management for chronic back pain and neck pain.
The Class IV LiteCure laser is used by professional sports teams, including the New York Yankees, New Jersey Nets, Philadelphia Phillies, Toronto Blue Jays and Boston Celtics. The U.S Olympic Teams also use this therapy.
"We are proud to offer cutting edge care to our patients," said Dr. Neissany. "Laser therapy is frequently used by professional athletes to speed healing following an injury. Overwhelmingly, LiteCure is the brand trainers and rehabilitation professionals trust. Now, we are able to offer this life-changing treatment to our patients. We are committed to ensuring all patients have access to the quality care that they deserve."
The chiropractors recommend laser therapy as part of a comprehensive treatment program. Other treatments include chiropractic care, physical therapy, massage therapy and orthopedics.
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