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What Is LaserWave™ Therapy?
LaserWave™ is a combined treatment approach available at Carolina ChiroCare & Rehab. It brings together two therapies we also offer individually:
- Deep Tissue Laser Therapy uses therapeutic light energy directed at the treatment area.
- Shockwave Therapy uses acoustic waves applied to targeted muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues.
When appropriate, Dr. Gerdes may incorporate both into the same treatment plan rather than using either therapy alone.
How LaserWave™ Treatment Works
LaserWave™ combines two different forms of treatment during a coordinated care plan. Each therapy works differently, which is why they may be used together for certain conditions.
Deep Tissue Laser Therapy
- Delivers targeted therapeutic light energy.
- Treatment settings depend on the area and condition.
- Does not involve injections or incisions.
Shockwave Therapy
- Delivers acoustic pulses to the targeted area.
- Commonly used for certain tendon and soft tissue problems.
- Intensity and treatment location are adjusted individually.
Using both treatments does not automatically make LaserWave™ appropriate for every patient. We first evaluate the condition and determine whether one or both therapies make sense.
What Does LaserWave™ Treatment Feel Like?
The laser portion is generally well tolerated and may produce mild warmth in the treatment area. Shockwave therapy produces a series of acoustic pulses that can feel more noticeable, and the intensity can be adjusted based on the treatment area and patient comfort.
Treatment experience varies depending on the condition and location being treated.
LaserWave™ FAQs
Is LaserWave™ the same as laser therapy or shockwave therapy alone?
No. LaserWave™ means both therapies are used within the same care plan. Some patients do best with laser therapy or shockwave therapy alone, and we recommend the combined approach only when your exam suggests both may help.
Who decides whether LaserWave™ is right for me?
Dr. Jeffrey Gerdes reviews your health history, examines the area and considers any treatment you have already tried. He completed postgraduate education in medical laser applications and will explain why he is or is not recommending combined care.
How many LaserWave™ sessions will I need?
It depends on the condition, how long you have had it and how you respond. Chronic tendon problems usually need a series of visits rather than a single session. We outline a plan at your evaluation and reassess your progress as you go.
Is LaserWave™ safe for everyone?
Not always. Laser and shockwave treatments are avoided over certain areas and in some situations, such as pregnancy, active cancer at the treatment site, or some blood-clotting problems. That is why we review your medical history before recommending treatment.
Can LaserWave™ be combined with chiropractic care?
Yes. When a joint or posture problem adds strain to the injured tissue, adjustments, therapeutic exercises and soft tissue work may be part of the same plan.
Why Combine Laser and Shockwave Therapy?
Some musculoskeletal conditions may benefit from more than one treatment approach. LaserWave™ allows us to incorporate both technologies when examination findings indicate that doing so may be appropriate.
- Two treatment technologies in one care plan
- Treatment can be adjusted to the affected area
- Non-surgical approach
- May be combined with rehabilitation or chiropractic care
- Treatment recommendations are individualized
Conditions We May Evaluate for LaserWave™
- Plantar fasciitis
- Tendonitis and tendinopathy
- Tennis or golfer's elbow
- Muscle and soft tissue injuries
- Persistent joint pain
Whether combined LaserWave™ treatment is appropriate depends on the examination findings, previous treatment, and individual patient.
Laser Therapy, Shockwave Therapy or LaserWave™?
Deep Tissue Laser Therapy
Uses Class IV therapeutic laser treatment by itself.
LaserWave™
Combines laser and shockwave treatment when both are appropriate for the patient's condition.
You do not need to determine which treatment you need before scheduling. We evaluate the condition first and recommend the most appropriate option.
Schedule a LaserWave™ Evaluation in Raleigh
If a persistent muscle, tendon, joint, or soft tissue problem is limiting your activity, schedule an evaluation at Carolina ChiroCare & Rehab. We can determine whether Laser Therapy, Shockwave Therapy, or a combined LaserWave™ treatment is appropriate.