Deep Tissue Laser Therapy in Raleigh, NC
Carolina ChiroCare & Rehab provides Deep Tissue Regenerative Medical Laser® Therapy at our Raleigh office for patients with certain muscle, joint, tendon, ligament, and nerve-related conditions. Using a Class IV therapeutic laser, treatment delivers targeted light energy to the affected area as part of an individualized care plan.
Laser therapy is non-invasive and may be used on its own or alongside chiropractic care, therapeutic exercise, spinal decompression, or other treatments when appropriate.
What Is Deep Tissue Laser Therapy?
Deep tissue laser therapy uses concentrated wavelengths of light delivered through the skin to targeted tissues. This process, often referred to as photobiomodulation, affects cellular activity within the treated area and is used clinically to help manage pain, inflammation, and tissue recovery.
Class IV lasers operate at a higher power than lower-level therapeutic lasers, allowing treatment to be delivered efficiently to larger or deeper areas. The settings and treatment area are selected based on the patient's condition and examination findings.
Conditions We Treat With Deep Tissue Laser Therapy
- Back and neck pain
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Plantar fasciitis and foot pain
- Knee pain
- Shoulder pain
- Arthritis and joint pain
- Sciatica and nerve-related pain
- Tendonitis
- Bursitis
- Sports injuries
- Tennis and golfer's elbow
- Muscle strains and sprains
- Soft tissue injuries
- Post-surgical rehabilitation, when appropriate
How Does Class IV Laser Therapy Work?
- Targeted light energy is delivered to the area being treated.
- Light is absorbed by cells within the tissue, producing a photochemical response.
- Cellular activity and circulation may increase, supporting normal tissue-repair processes.
- Treatment settings are adjusted based on the location, condition, and individual patient.
- No injections or incisions are involved, and treatment is performed in our Raleigh office.
What to Expect During a Laser Therapy Session
- The treatment area is identified based on your examination and symptoms.
- A handheld laser applicator is moved over or positioned near the affected area.
- Most patients experience little to no discomfort and may notice mild warmth.
- Treatment typically takes only several minutes, depending on the size and location of the area.
- The number and frequency of visits vary based on the condition and how it responds to care.
Your treatment plan is determined individually rather than using a standard number of laser sessions for every patient.
OFFICE HOURS
Monday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Friday
10:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday & Sunday
Closed
Carolina ChiroCare and Rehab
When Deep Tissue Laser Therapy May Be Recommended
Laser therapy is not automatically appropriate for every patient or every source of pain. We first evaluate the condition to determine whether laser treatment makes sense as part of the care plan.
- Acute or persistent muscle and joint pain
- Tendon and ligament injuries
- Sports and repetitive-use injuries
- Arthritis-related joint discomfort
- Certain nerve-related symptoms
- Soft tissue injuries
- Recovery following certain procedures or injuries
- Conditions that may benefit from combining laser therapy with rehabilitation or chiropractic care
Depending on the condition, laser therapy may be used as a stand-alone treatment or combined with other services available at Carolina ChiroCare & Rehab.
Deep Tissue Laser Therapy vs. LaserWave™
Deep Tissue Laser Therapy and LaserWave™ are related services available at Carolina ChiroCare, but they are not the same treatment.
Deep Tissue Laser Therapy uses therapeutic laser energy by itself. LaserWave™ combines Regenerative Medical Laser™ with Shockwave Therapy for patients whose treatment plan may benefit from both technologies.
- Deep Tissue Laser Therapy: Class IV laser treatment focused on the affected area.
- LaserWave™ Therapy: A combined approach using laser therapy and shockwave therapy.
Learn more about our LaserWave™ Therapy and Shockwave Therapy options.
Laser Therapy Care From Dr. Jeffrey Gerdes
Laser therapy at Carolina ChiroCare & Rehab is provided under the direction of Jeffrey Gerdes, D.C., a Raleigh chiropractor with additional education in medical laser applications. Dr. Gerdes is a certified practitioner through the American Institute of Medical Laser Applications and has completed training in deep tissue laser treatment for trigger points and fascia, general laser therapy principles, and the scientific basis of medical laser applications.
This training supports the use of laser therapy as part of an individualized treatment plan based on the patient's condition, examination findings, and treatment goals.
Why Choose Carolina ChiroCare for Laser Therapy?
- Medical laser training: Dr. Gerdes has advanced training through the American Institute of Medical Laser Applications.
- Class IV laser technology: Treatment is performed with therapeutic laser equipment designed for deeper tissue applications.
- Individual evaluation: Treatment recommendations are based on your symptoms and examination findings.
- Multiple treatment options: Laser therapy can be incorporated with chiropractic care, spinal decompression, exercise, or other services when appropriate.
- Established Raleigh practice: Carolina ChiroCare & Rehab has served patients from its Raleigh office since 2010.
Frequently Asked Questions
Deep tissue laser therapy delivers concentrated light energy to the treatment area. The light interacts with cells within the tissue through a process known as photobiomodulation, which may influence cellular activity, circulation, inflammation, and normal tissue-repair processes.
Schedule Deep Tissue Laser Therapy in Raleigh
If pain or an injury is affecting your mobility or daily activities, schedule an evaluation at Carolina ChiroCare & Rehab. We can determine whether Deep Tissue Laser Therapy is appropriate for your condition and explain how it may fit into your treatment plan.
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Call (919) 351-8368