Low Level Laser Therapy in Tacoma
At Premier Chiropractic of Tacoma, we offer cold laser therapy in Tacoma, also known as low level laser therapy, to help support patients dealing with pain, inflammation, soft tissue discomfort, muscle irritation, injury-related soreness, and recovery needs.
Cold laser therapy uses low-level light to stimulate cellular activity in targeted areas of the body. Unlike surgical lasers that cut or cauterize tissue, cold lasers do not burn, cut, or damage the skin. Instead, the light energy penetrates the tissue and may help support the body’s natural healing response.
Laser therapy may be recommended as part of a broader care plan with chiropractic care, car accident treatment, massage therapy, spinal decompression, work injury care, or rehabilitation when appropriate.
Premier Chiropractic of Tacoma proudly serves patients from Tacoma, Parkland, Spanaway, Puyallup, Lakewood, South Tacoma, and surrounding Pierce County communities.
How Cold Laser Therapy Works
Cold laser therapy, or low level laser therapy, uses light energy to stimulate cells in the treated area. The goal is to support cellular energy production, circulation, tissue repair, and inflammation management.
The light energy is absorbed by cells and may help encourage biochemical activity within the body. This process may support pain relief, reduced inflammation, improved blood flow, and soft tissue recovery.
Cold laser therapy is:
- Non-invasive
- Drug-free
- Painless for most patients
- Designed to avoid tissue damage
- Used to support pain and inflammation management
- Often combined with other chiropractic services
For patients recovering from an injury, laser therapy may be used alongside massage therapy, rehabilitation, or chiropractic adjustments to support a more complete care plan.
What Conditions May Cold Laser Therapy Help Support?
Cold laser therapy may be used for patients dealing with acute or chronic pain, soft tissue irritation, inflammation, and injury-related discomfort. At Premier Chiropractic of Tacoma, laser therapy may be considered for patients recovering from car accidents, work injuries, sports strain, or ongoing pain that affects movement and daily comfort.
Patients may ask about cold laser therapy for:
- Neck pain
- Back pain
- Shoulder pain
- Muscle strain
- Soft tissue injuries
- Inflammation
- Joint discomfort
- Whiplash-related symptoms
- Car accident injuries
- Work-related strain
- Sports-related soreness
- Recovery support after injury
If your pain is related to a car accident, visit our car accident injury page or car accident treatment page to learn more about injury-focused care at Premier Chiropractic of Tacoma.
Cold Laser Therapy After a Car Accident or Work Injury
Car accidents and work injuries can affect the muscles, ligaments, joints, spine, and soft tissue. Even when pain starts mildly, symptoms such as stiffness, swelling, inflammation, soreness, headaches, neck pain, back pain, and reduced range of motion may develop or worsen over time.
Cold laser therapy may be included in a care plan to help support soft tissue recovery and inflammation management after an injury. Depending on your condition, Premier Chiropractic of Tacoma may also recommend chiropractic care, massage therapy, rehabilitation, spinal decompression, or work injury care.
For patients in Tacoma, Parkland, Spanaway, Puyallup, Lakewood, South Tacoma, and nearby Pierce County communities, our office provides treatment options designed to support pain relief, mobility, and recovery.
What to Expect During Laser Therapy
Cold laser therapy treatments are typically simple and comfortable. Treatment time can vary depending on the condition, the area being treated, and the recommended care plan. Some treatments may take only a few minutes, while others may require repeated visits over time.
During treatment, low level light is applied to the targeted area. Patients usually do not feel pain during laser therapy, and the treatment does not involve cutting, burning, or medication.
The number of visits can vary based on the condition being treated. An acute soft tissue injury may need multiple shorter treatments at first, while chronic pain or longer-standing symptoms may require a different schedule.
Schedule Cold Laser Therapy in Tacoma
If you are dealing with pain, inflammation, soft tissue discomfort, muscle soreness, or injury-related symptoms, Premier Chiropractic of Tacoma can help you determine whether cold laser therapy may be appropriate for your care plan.
Call Premier Chiropractic of Tacoma at (253) 531-1000 or schedule an appointment online.
FAQ’s – Cold Laser Therapy in Tacoma
What is cold laser therapy?
Cold laser therapy, also called low level laser therapy, is a non-invasive treatment that uses low-level light to stimulate cellular activity. It may help support pain relief, inflammation management, soft tissue recovery, and healing in injured or irritated areas.
Is cold laser therapy the same as low level laser therapy?
Yes. Cold laser therapy is commonly referred to as low level laser therapy, or LLLT. The terms are often used to describe a non-invasive laser treatment that uses low-level light rather than heat or surgical cutting.
How does cold laser therapy help with pain and inflammation?
Cold laser therapy allows light energy to penetrate the skin and stimulate cells in the affected area. This may help support cellular energy production, circulation, biochemical activity, inflammation management, and pain relief.
Is cold laser therapy painful?
No. Cold laser therapy is generally described as painless, non-invasive, and drug-free. It does not cut, burn, or damage tissue like a surgical laser.
What conditions can cold laser therapy be used for?
Cold laser therapy may be used for acute and chronic pain, soft tissue injuries, inflammation, muscle strain, joint discomfort, and injury recovery support. It may also be included in care plans for car accident injuries, work injuries, rehabilitation, or chiropractic treatment when appropriate.
How long does a cold laser therapy treatment take?
Treatment time can vary from seconds to minutes depending on the condition and treatment area. Some patients may need multiple short treatments at first, especially for acute soft tissue injuries.
Can cold laser therapy help after a car accident?
Cold laser therapy may help support recovery after a car accident by addressing inflammation, soft tissue discomfort, muscle irritation, and injury-related pain. Premier Chiropractic of Tacoma may include laser therapy as part of a broader car accident care plan.
Can cold laser therapy be combined with chiropractic care?
Yes. Cold laser therapy may be combined with chiropractic adjustments, massage therapy, spinal decompression, or rehabilitation depending on the patient’s symptoms and treatment goals.
Does Premier Chiropractic of Tacoma offer cold laser therapy near Parkland and Spanaway?
Yes. Premier Chiropractic of Tacoma offers cold laser therapy from its Tacoma office and serves patients from Tacoma, Parkland, Spanaway, Puyallup, Lakewood, South Tacoma, and surrounding Pierce County communities.
How do I schedule cold laser therapy in Tacoma?
You can schedule cold laser therapy by calling Premier Chiropractic of Tacoma at (253) 531-1000 or using the online scheduling option on the website.