What is Erchonia GVL (Green & Violet Light) Laser Therapy?
The Erchonia GVL Laser is a groundbreaking, low-level laser therapy (LLLT) system designed to target pain, inflammation, and soft tissue injuries at the cellular level. Using specific wavelengths of light – green & violet, the GVL laser penetrates deeply into tissue to stimulate healing, reduce inflammation, and accelerate recovery from musculoskeletal conditions, injuries, and chronic pain.
This innovative treatment works by increasing cellular activity, improving blood circulation, and reducing inflammation in the affected areas of your body. It’s an ideal solution for a variety of conditions, including:
- Chronic back and neck pain
- Joint pain and stiffness
- Muscle strains and sprains
- Tendonitis and ligament injuries
- Post-surgical pain and recovery
- Injury or athletic recovery
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Plantar fasciitis
HOW DOES LOW-LEVEL LIGHT THERAPY WORK?
Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), also known as cold laser therapy, uses specific wavelengths of light to interact with tissue to help accelerate the healing process. This technology can be used to reduce pain, swelling, inflammation and increase functionality & recovery.
Low-level laser light is absorbed through your skin and into your mitochondria (powerhouse of the cell). The stimulation from the laser light into the mitochondria increases your ATP production. ATP is the primary energy source for a majority of cellular functions. The ATP activates cell recovery enzymes, reduces inflammation & restores normal cell function.
Low level laser therapy is said to work through a photochemical effect (which also occurs with photosynthesis in plants). When cells inside tissue are stressed via disease and injury, the mitochondria produce harmful nitric oxide. Then nitric oxide displaces needed oxygen from cells thus causing inflammation or cell death. When tissues absorb the light from the low-level laser therapy, the nitric oxide is dissociated (or irreversibly split) allowing more oxygen back into the cells and therefore increasing tissue oxygenation. This mechanism restores cell metabolism and mitochondria function allowing healing of the tissue. The absorption of the light is also said to increase cell proliferation and migration (regeneration) and to modulate levels of growth factors and inflammatory mediators.
BENEFITS OF ERCHONIA GVL LASER THERAPY:
- Non-invasive & Drug-Free: As an alternative to pharmaceutical interventions, laser therapy offers a holistic approach to pain management.
- Targeted Relief: By allowing you to apply the laser directly to the area of discomfort, the laser provides focused pain relief.
- Quick & Comfortable: Sessions are quick, pain-free, and require no recovery time, allowing you to return to your daily activities right after treatment.
- Promotes Faster Healing: Speeds up tissue repair, reducing recovery time for injuries and surgeries.
- Reduces Inflammation & Pain: Effectively decreases inflammation and eases chronic pain, helping you live more comfortably.
- Safe & FDA-Cleared: Backed by extensive clinical research and FDA clearance, the GVL laser is a proven method for reducing pain and promoting healing.
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING YOUR SESSION
Erchonia GVL Laser Therapy is a gentle and relaxing treatment. You will simply lie comfortably while the laser is applied to the affected area for about 10-15 minutes. Depending on the nature of your condition, there are different laser protocols for specific conditions. Most patients experience no pain during the session and can resume normal activities immediately afterward. With consistent treatment, many patients notice a significant reduction in pain and inflammation, along with improved mobility and overall well-being.
DOES LOW-LEVEL LIGHT THERAPY HURT?
No, Erchonia’s low level lasers do not heat or freeze the skin.
HOW LONG DO LOW-LEVEL LIGHT THERAPY TREATMENTS TAKE?
The duration of treatment depends on the condition and severity of that condition being treated. Most treatments range from 10-15minutes.