Soft Tissue Injuries.

Cold or low laser therapy for pain relief and recovery for Ligaments, Muscle Tears and Sprains, Nerves, Tendonitis, Neck Back, Shoulders, Biceps, Triceps and Knee, Hip, Foot. 

The Cold Lasers (LLLT) used at Central Chiropractic Clinic are certified as Cold Laser.  For the past 30 years the technology of Cold Laser Therapy (also known as Low Level Laser Therapy) has been formally accepted in North America and in many other parts of the world such as Europe, including Russia and Japan.  In all this time there have been no recorded long-term adverse effects from its use.  It is considered to be non-invasive, painless and safe.

Cold or Low Level Laser Therapy uses laser light energy to stimulate cells to function optimally.  Cold Laser Therapy is similar to photosynthesis in plants; sunlight is absorbed by the plant and converted into energy the plant can utilize for growth.  In the body light sensitive chromophores and other elements within the cell absorb energy, initiating a series of important photochemical changes such as increased production of nitric oxide, singlet oxygen and ATP, as well as, an increase in the cell membrane’s permeability.  The mitochondria and Kreb’s Cycle stimulation initiates the production of ATP, providing the cell with the extra energy needed to accelerate the healing process and positively influence pain.  The additional energy and effects result in normalization of the cell function when cell function is impaired.  These activities can occur in all types of cells and includes ligament, nerves, cartilage, and muscle.

Cold or Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is a Handheld, non invasive, light-emitting medical device which is used over different areas of the body. It provides an unmatched advantage in the treatment of conditions such as:

Athletic and sports injuries

Soft Tissue Injuries including Fractures, Sprains and Strains, Tendonitis, conditions and disorder

Shoulders, Biceps, Triceps, Muscle Tears, Rotator Cuff injuries.

Knee, ligaments, Runners Knee, Bursitis, conditions and disorders

Hip Pain, Sacroiliac Joint inflammation

Foot, Heel Ankle Pain and injuries

Achilles tendonitis,

Plantar Fasciitis

Back pain, Lower back pain

Slipped disc, Prolapsed disc, Herniated disc, 

Trapped nerve.

Sacroiliac Joint inflammation 

Whiplash (WAD), Neck Pain and injury

Athletic Injuries

Soft Tissue Injuries including Sprains and Strains, Tendonitis and Haematomas

Joint Disorders including Arthritic pain relief and Tenosynovitis

Chronic pain such as Trigeminal Neuralgia and Chronic Neck and Back pain.

Runners Knee

The symptoms of this leg injury include pain directly under the knee cap or the surrounding area. Ascending or descending stairs will become painful. Runners’ knee injury responds well with biomechanical evaluation, introduction of orthotics, and Cold Laser Therapy section. For in depth information on knee pain, please go to left corner under “Pain”or”Conditions”

Heel/Arch Pain

Heel and arch pain are a common type of injury which may vary from tightness at the bottom of the foot to an intense heel pain. An X-ray will sometimes reveal the “heel spur” on the bottom of the heel bone. This may be due to an overpronation that will respond well to the use of orthotic. (Orthotics can be used to prevent a large number of heels and arch injuries). For in depth information on foot ankle, please go to “Pain’ or “conditions”

Runners or Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome

These Leg injuries can manifest themselves anywhere along the entire length of this fibrous connective tissue located on the side of the thigh between hip and knee joints. The pain can be intense at either the outside of the hip or outside of the knee. A biomechanical evaluation from foot to hip is needed to diagnose the problem and prevent further injuries occurring.

(Listed in our Cold Laser Therapy Section under Inflammatory conditions.)

Achilles Tendonitis

Inflammation of the tendon that connects the calf muscle to the heel. May be stiff at the beginning of a day and feel better later on in day. The Pain varies from a dull ache to acute, stabbing-like pain. Treatment should include sports massage to the calf muscle, evaluation of pelvis and low back alignment.

(Listed in our Cold Laser Therapy Section under Inflammatory conditions.)

For in depth information on Ankle pain, please go to left corner under “Pain”or”Conditions”

Shin Splints

This leg injury often causes pain along the front of lower leg. Symptoms vary from dull tightness to a severe pain along the lower leg. These Injuries have a higher incidence of occurrence in athletes especially when foot overpronation is present.

(Listed in our Cold Laser Therapy Section under Inflammatory conditions.)

Stress Fractures

Stress Fractures are located in either the lower leg (tibia) or one of the metatarsals (toes), the 2nd and 3rd toes being the most commonly involved. This type of leg injury can be difficult to diagnose as it has similarities and can be confused with shin splints. Healing requires two to three months of rest.

(Listed in our Cold Laser Therapy Section under Inflammatory conditions.)

Cold laser Therapy/Treatment

The lasers used at Central Chiropractic Clinic are certified as Cold Laser.  For the past 30 years the technology of Cold Laser Therapy (also known as Low Level Laser Therapy) has been formally accepted in North America and in many other parts of the world such as Europe, Russia and Japan.  In all this time there have been no recorded long-term adverse effects from low level laser therapy.  It is considered to be non-invasive, painless and safe.

Cold Laser Therapy uses laser light energy to stimulate cells to function optimally.  In the body, light sensitive chromophores and other elements within the cell absorb energy, initiating a series of important photochemical changes such as increased production of ATP. The mitochondria and Kreb’s Cycle stimulation initiates the production of ATP, providing the cell with the extra energy needed to accelerate the healing process and positively influence pain.  These activities can occur in all types of cells and includes ligament, nerves, cartilage and muscle.

Low Level Cold Laser Therapy (LLLT) is a Handheld, non-invasive, light-emitting medical device which is used over different areas of the body. It provides an unmatched advantage in the treatment of conditions such as;

Sports Injuries. Ligaments.  Tendons.  Tendonitis. Stress Fractures. Shin Splints and Soft tissue injuries.

Chronic Neck and Back pain. “Whiplash” (WAD) injury Neck Pain. Cervical Disc injury.

Upper and  Lower Back Pain. Sciatica.

Disc injuries. Slipped disc, Prolapsed disc, Herniated disc, Bulging disc.

Trapped  nerves.

Hip Pain. Sacroiliac joint inflammation

Knee and Foot Pain and injury
Shoulder Injury
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Arthritic Pain Relief, Muscle Spasm
Relief of Muscle and Joint Pain
Skin infections,  

Wound Management  including Skin Ulcers, Pressure Sores and Burn

Soft Tissue Injuries including Sprains and Strains, Tendonitis and Haematomas

Joint Disorders  including Arthritic Pain relief and Tenosynovitis

Chronic pain   such as Trigeminal Neuralgia and Chronic Neck and Back

 Pain. “Whiplash”(WAD) injury Neck Pain and injuries

For further in depth information on Back Pain, Sciatica, Lower Back Pain, please go to top left corner under “Pain” or “Conditions”. 

COLD LASER THERAPY CAN BY VERY EFFECTIVE IN TREATMENT OF ABOVE CONDITIONS BY ACCELERATING  THE HEALING PROCESS AND RECOVERY.

Ankle Syndesmosis Sprain. Ankle sprains. Anterior ankle impingement. Plantar fasciitis. Stress Fracture. Foot Stress Fracture. Navicular stress fracture. Fifth metatarsal stress fracture. Achilles tendon ruptures. Cold Laser Therapy accelerates the healing process and recovery.

Plantar fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis causes pain on the inner and underside of the heel. It may be worse first thing in the morning. It can affect every one old or young. Athlete’s, particularly suffer if it results from a partial tear of the plantar fascia, this the term used for plantar fasciitis which is a ’heel spur.

Treatment with Cold or Low Level Laser Therapy 

 Ankle Syndesmosis Sprain.

Syndesmosis sprains, are ’high ankle sprains they affect the ligament between the two shin bones, which are called the Tibia and Fibula. There is very little swelling on tenderness and for this reason they are difficult to diagnose. (View also our Cold/loe level Laser Therapy section for treatment))

Grade 1-2. Syndesmosis Sprains can last 5-10 weeks.

Grade 3. Syndesmosis Sprains may require surgery. The recovery period for these injuries is 4-6 months, less with Cold or low level laser therapy.

Ankle sprains

The ankle sprains are the most common ankle injury. Treatment with cold/low level laser therapy fast a recovery.

Foot stress fractures

Foot stress fractures are debilitating, the injuries can be severe, and require lengthy recover periods.   The severest stress fractures in the foot are to the navicular and 5th metatarsal. They may require plaster or surgery; they have a very high rate of recurrence, treatment with cold/low level laser therapy for a quick recovery.

Navicular stress fracture

Navicular stress fractures are a running athlete’s nightmare. The navicular is a small bone at the top of the arch of the foot. It does not heal well. This is due in part to poor blood supply and mechanical load.

Treatment with Cold or low level laser therapy

Fifth metatarsal stress fracture.

These stress fractures is to the 5th metatarsal bone, on the outside of the foot. The bone develops the stress fracture at its base which is halfway down the outer side of the foot. Treatment with cold/low level laser therapy combined with rest will accelerate the recovery.

The Achilles tendon.

The Achilles tendon is the longest and thickest tendon in the body connecting the calf muscle group to the heel bone which is called calcaneus which can be found behind the ankle joint.  These Injuries can be subdivided into partial tendon injuries, Tendonitis or partial tears and complete ruptures. Achilles tendon ruptures will require surgery. Achilles tendinopathy   which means without rupture, can be subdivided into mid-substance or tendon injuries and insertional or tendon-bone junction injuries. Insertional injuries more than not involved calcification of the tendon

Treatment with Cold or low level laser therapy.

Achilles tendon rupture

Achilles tendon ruptures are renowned in sporting activity, with rapid acceleration movements can cause   this injury.

Ankle posterior impingement

Ankle posterior impingement is common injury where the ankle is placed in full plantar (downwards) flexion. The impingement is caused by an extra bone called an os trigonum.

Treatment with  Cold or Low level laser therapy or surgery. 

Ankle cartilage injuries

 An ankle sprain can lead to an injury to the ankle cartilage lining and may cause prolonged disability.

Anterior ankle impingement

Anterior ankle impingement this condition is very common in football players. The condition consists of bone spurs forming at the front of the ankle after repetitive sprains or contact injuries. Symptoms are pain at the front of the ankle and a limited range of forward movement which is called the dorsi-flexion of the ankle.

 Treatment with Cold or low level laser therapy to aid recovery.

Cold or Low Level Laser Therapy

The lasers used at Central Chiropractic Clinic are certified as Cold Laser.For the past 30 years the technology of Cold Laser Therapy (also known as Low Level Laser Therapy) has been formally accepted in North America and in many other parts of the world such as Europe, Russia and Japan.  In all this time there have been no recorded long-term adverse effects from low level laser therapy.  It is considered to be non-invasive, painless and safe.

Cold or Low Level Laser Therapy uses laser light energy to stimulate cells to function optimally.  In the body, light sensitive chromophores and other elements within the cell absorb energy, initiating a series of important photochemical changes such as increased production of ATP. The mitochondria and Kreb’s Cycle stimulation initiates the production of ATP, providing the cell with the extra energy needed to accelerate the healing process and positively influence pain.  These activities can occur in all types of cells and includes ligament, nerves, cartilage and muscle.

Cold or Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is a Handheld, non-invasive, light-emitting medical device which is used over different areas of the body. It provides an unmatched advantage in the treatment of conditions such as;

Chronic Neck and Back pain.

Back pain, Lower back pain, Sciatica.

Slipped disc, Prolapsed disc, Herniated disc, bulging disc

Whiplash injury Neck pain, cervical disc injury 

Trapped  nerve

Hip Pain Sacroiliac joint inflammation

Athletic and Sports Injuries

Ligaments, Tendons, Tendonitis

Wound Management including Skin Ulcers, Pressure Sores and Burns

Soft Tissue Injuries including Sprains and Strains, Tendonitis and Haematomas

Joint Disorders  including Arthritic Pain Relief and Tenosynovitis

Chronic pain such as Trigeminal Neuralgia and Chronic Neck and Back Pain Whiplash injury Neck Pain and injuries.

Cold laser Therapy/Treatment

The lasers used at Central Chiropractic Physiotherapy Clinic are certified as Cold Laser.  For the past 30 years the technology of Cold Laser Therapy (also known as Low Level Laser Therapy) has been formally accepted in North America and in many other parts of the world such as Europe, Russia and Japan.  In all this time there have been no recorded long-term adverse effects from low level laser therapy.  It is considered to be non-invasive, painless and safe.

Cold Laser Therapy uses laser light energy to stimulate cells to function optimally.  In the body, light sensitive chromophores and other elements within the cell absorb energy, initiating a series of important photochemical changes such as increased production of ATP. The mitochondria and Kreb’s Cycle stimulation initiates the production of ATP, providing the cell with the extra energy needed to accelerate the healing process and positively influence pain.  These activities can occur in all types of cells and includes ligament, nerves, cartilage and muscle.

Low Level Cold Laser Therapy (LLLT) is a Handheld, non-invasive, light-emitting medical device which is used over different areas of the body. It provides an unmatched advantage in the treatment of conditions such as;

Athletic and sports injuries. Cold laser therapy accelerating the healing process.

Soft Tissue Injuries including Fractures, Sprains and Strains, Tendonitis, conditions and disorders.

Chronic Back and Neck Pain. Upper and Lower Back Pain. Sciatica 

Disc Injuries. Slipped discs, Prolapsed discs, Herniated discs, Bulging discs.

Shoulder Pain Injuries. Biceps, Triceps, Muscle Tears, Rotator Cuff Tear.

Knee Pain. Ligaments, Runners Knee, Bursitis, conditions and disorders.

Hip Pain. Sacroiliac Joint inflammation

Ankle. Foot and Heel Pain and injuries

Achilles tendonitis.

Plantar Fasciitis.

Trapped nerve.

“Whiplash”(WAD) Neck Pain and injury

Tendons, Ligaments Tendons and Fractures

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

Muscle Spasm. Relief of Muscle and Joint Pain

Skin infections. including cold sores

Wound Management; including Skin Ulcers, Pressure Sores and Burns

Soft Tissue Injuries; including Sprains and Strains, Tendonitis and Haematomas

Joint Disorders; including Arthritic pain relief and Tenosynovitis

Chronic pain; such as Trigeminal Neuralgia and Chronic Neck and Back pain.

For further in depth information please go to top left corner under “Pain” “Injuries” and “Conditions”

Sports Injuries; Neck Back and Lower Back Pain. Shoulder Pain Injuries Rotator cuff Tears. Strains. Muscles, Ligaments, Tendons.  Hip Pain injuries. Bursitis, Tendonitis. Knee Pain, injuries and Conditions. Ankle and Foot Pain, Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles Tendinitis,

Physiotherapy management of sports injuries often includes widely used physical therapies such as ice, Cold laser therapy to reduce swelling and inflammation, or electronic muscle stimulation for muscle strains and spasms. Cold Laser Therapy is used by nearly all sports professional’s such as Chelsea Football Club and Manchester United, track and field athletes.

Cold/low level laser laser Therapy/Treatment

The lasers used at Central Chiropractic Physiotherapy Clinic are certified as Cold Laser.  For the past 30 years the technology of Cold Laser Therapy (also known as Low Level Laser Therapy) has been formally accepted in North America and in many other parts of the world such as Europe, Russia and Japan.  In all this time there have been no recorded long-term adverse effects from low level laser therapy.  It is considered to be non-invasive, painless and safe.

Cold Laser Therapy uses laser light energy to stimulate cells to function optimally.  In the body, light sensitive chromophores and other elements within the cell absorb energy, initiating a series of important photochemical changes such as increased production of ATP. The mitochondria and Kreb’s Cycle stimulation initiates the production of ATP, providing the cell with the extra energy needed to accelerate the healing process and positively influence pain.  These activities can occur in all types of cells and includes ligament, nerves, cartilage and muscle.

Low Level Cold Laser Therapy (LLLT) is a Handheld, non-invasive, light-emitting medical device which is used over different areas of the body. It provides an unmatched advantage in the treatment of conditions such as;

Athletic and sports injuries. Cold laser therapy, accelerating the healing process.

Soft Tissue Injuries including Fractures, Sprains and Strains, Tendonitis, conditions and disorders.

Chronic Back and Neck Pain. Upper and Lower Back Pain. Sciatica 

Disc Injuries. Slipped discs, Prolapsed discs, Herniated discs, Bulging discs.

Shoulder Pain Injuries.Biceps, Triceps, Muscle Tears, Rotator Cuff Tears ect

Knee Pain. Ligaments, Runners Knee, Bursitis, conditions and disorders.

Hip Pain, Sacroiliac Joint inflammation

Ankle, Foot and Heel Pain and injuries

Achilles tendonitis,

Plantar Fasciitis

Trapped nerve.

“Whiplash” Neck Pain and injury

Tendons, Ligaments Tendons and Fractures

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Muscle Spasm, Relief of Muscle and Joint Pain

Skin infections, including cold sores
Wound Management; including Skin Ulcers, Pressure Sores and Burns
Soft Tissue Injuries; including Sprains and Strains, Tendonitis and Haematomas
Joint Disorders; including Arthritic Pain Relief and Tenosynovitis

Chronic pain; such as Trigeminal Neuralgia and Chronic Neck and Back pain.

For further in depth information please go to top left corner under “Pain” “Injuries” and “Conditions”

Soft tissue injuries..  

Sports star such as Tiger Woods, Arnold Schwazenegger, David Beckham, Ruud Van Nistelroy, Lennox Lewis, Evander Holyfield as well as professional tennis, track and field athletes and Formula 1, football clubs such as A.C. Milan employ chiropractors who are able to improve and enhance sports performance.

All sports have a risk of injury however the more contact in a sport, the greater the risk of becoming injured. Most injuries occur to ligaments, the ligament connects the bones and tendons connect muscles to both bones and muscles. A very small percent of sports injuries involve broken bones. This is not the case for children; the areas where bones grow rapidly are at more risk of injury during these phases of growth.

Symptoms include tenderness over a bone, swelling or limitation in motion, in such cases these symptoms   should be evaluated further by a Chiropractor or Doctor. 

Most frequent of all in sports injuries are sprains, ligaments, strains and injuries to the muscles, these injuries are caused when an abnormal stress is placed on joints, bones tendons and muscle.

It’s estimated that in excess of 92% of all world-class athletes use Chiropractic care to prevent injuries and to increase their performance potential.

Chiropractic addresses the function of central nervous system which is the “master system” of the body controlling ad regulating function of all other subsystems including musculoskeletal system. Properly aligned skeletal system would improve performance, reduce the risk of injury and improve healing of existing injuries.

Chiropractors specialize in the non-drug treatment of musculoskeletal problems, including joint sprains and disc injuries. To some extent, the chiropractic approach to sports injuries is similar to that of traditional medical care.

Usually chiropractor’s initial examination would include standard orthopaedic and neurological tests to diagnose whether a particular pain is due to a strain, sprain, or disc problem. X-ray examination is also performed to screen for fractures and other bone disorders, such as osteoporosis.

Chiropractic management of sports injuries often includes widely used physical therapies such as ice, Cold laser therapy to reduce swelling and inflammation, or electronic muscle stimulation for muscle strains and spasms. 

Importance of Restoring,    Structural Body Balance.

Chiropractic management of sport injuries has an emphasis on adjustment and improving function of spinal and other joints through manipulation as well as restoring overall structural balance of the body. Chiropractor assess the effect of the muscle injury on the rest of the body as it would cause tightening of other muscle and joints in order to maintain general balance. Chiropractic adjustments help to restore the natural balance that was present before the injury.

Cold or Low Level Laser Therapy 

Types of Back Soft Tissue Pain.

There are two main types of soft tissue injuries: the strain and the sprain. Muscle Strain is associated with overstitching or tear of the muscle. During muscle strain the actual muscle fibres’ are damaged. Muscle fibres are muscle cells that are grouped tightly together to form a muscle. In a muscle strain, the muscle fibres links are separated or even broken, causing muscular damage.

Muscle Sprain is associated with overstretching or tear of the ligaments. The ligaments connect the muscles to their bone attachments. Ligaments are very tough fibrous connecting tissues made of chains of tough cells grouped together to increase their strength. In a muscle sprain, these chains are separated or torn, causing ligament and/or muscle damage. 

Cold or Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is a Handheld, non invasive, light-emitting medical device which is used over different areas of the body. It provides an unmatched advantage in the treatment of conditions such as;

Athletic and sports Injuries