Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

Research 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 referenced in today's episode:
REVIEW: Inflammatory Arthritis and Light Therapy
Study referenced --
Molecular and Cellular Mechanisms of Arthritis in Children and Adults: New Perspectives on Applied Photobiomodulation

REVIEW: Osteoarthritis Pain and Laser Dosing
Study referenced --
A systematic review of low-level laser therapy with location-specific doses for pain from chronic joint disorders

STUDY: Low Powered Laer Therapy in Rheumatoid Arthritis
For a link to the study email [email protected]

STUDY: Knee Arthritis Pain and Function
For a copy of the study email [email protected]

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Knowing 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 to not only block pain signals, but to also alter the nerve’s pathology and inflammation to stimulate repair. 

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Studies mentioned in this episode

The Mechanistic Basis for Photobiomodulation Therapy of Neuropathic Pain by Near Infrared Laser Light

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Further Resources:

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Read about laser research on the LTI Blog
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LTI Neuropathy Package

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Healing at the Speed of Light

A 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 light and laser therapy clinics in regards to the use of photobiomodulation for neurodegenerative diseases.

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Studies mentioned in this episode

The Molecular Mechanisms of Action of Photobiomodulation Against Neurodegenerative Diseases: A Systematic Review

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Further Resources:

Success with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Checklist Infographic
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Read about laser research on the LTI Blog
Learn more about what we offer on the LTI website
Find out how you can Customize your LTI experience

Related Podcast for Patients
Healing at the Speed of Light

A 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. 

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Studies mentioned in this episode

The effectiveness of high-intensity laser therapy on pain, range of motion, functional capacity, quality of life, and muscle strength in subacromial impingement syndrome: a 3-month follow-up, double-blinded, randomized, placebo-controlled trial

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Further Resources:

Success with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Checklist Infographic
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Read about laser research on the LTI Blog
Learn more about what we offer on the LTI website
Find out how you can Customize your LTI experience

Related Podcast for Patients
Healing at the Speed of Light

Join 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 conventional treatments. Laser therapy is a fantastic tool for relieving lymphedema, but only if used properly. 

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Studies mentioned in this episode

Photobiomodulation therapy in breast cancer-related lymphedema: a randomized placebo-controlled trial

The short term effects of low-level laser therapy in management of breast-cancer-related lymphedema

LTU-904 Portable Laser Therapy Unit

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Further Resources:

Success with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Checklist Infographic
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Read about laser research on the LTI Blog
Learn more about what we offer on the LTI website
Find out how you can Customize your LTI experience

Related Podcast for Patients
Healing at the Speed of Light

Today 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 provides cells with photons for energy, stimulating the cellular mechanisms for repair and rejuvenation and reducing the inflammatory over-reaction. 

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Studies mentioned in this episode

Molecular and Cellular Mechanisms of Arthritis in Children and Adults: New Perspectives on Applied Photobiomodulation

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Laser Therapy Institute

Further Resources:

Success with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Checklist Infographic
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Read about laser research on the LTI Blog
Learn more about what we offer on the LTI website
Find out how you can Customize your LTI experience

Related Podcast for Patients
Healing at the Speed of Light

This 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 laser practice, email [email protected], and be sure to visit our website for valuable information and resources.

We have begun live-streaming this podcast. See the next episode LIVE in two weeks!

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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 you can Customize your LTI experience

Related Podcast for Patients
Healing at the Speed of Light

Dr. 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?

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Studies mentioned in this episode

Red Light and the Sleep Quality and Endurance Performance of Chinese Female Basketball Players

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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 you can Customize your LTI experience

Related Podcast for Patients
Healing at the Speed of Light

Today’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 practitioners with MSK Masters. For a limited time, LTI listeners can access their 5-Day Ultrasound Challenge course for FREE! This Challenge course will introduce you to ultrasound imaging fundamentals and scanning protocols for common targets like the supraspinatus, median nerve, knee cartilage, and SI joints.

We have begun live-streaming this podcast. See the next episode LIVE in two weeks!

Resources for Diagnostic Ultrasound

MSK Masters: Five Day Challenge

Studies mentioned in this episode

Parameters and Effects of Photo biomodulation in Plantar Fasciitis: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review

The effectiveness of high-intensity laser therapy in the treatment of post-stroke patients with hemiplegic shoulder pain: a prospective randomized controlled study.

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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 you can Customize your LTI experience

Related Podcast for Patients
Healing at the Speed of Light

Can 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.

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Studies mentioned in this episode

High-power Laser Therapy Improves Healing of the Equine Suspensory Branch in a Standardized Lesion Model

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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 you can Customize your LTI experience

Related Podcast for Patients
Healing at the Speed of Light