Cold Laser acupuncture is a form of photobiomodulation that activates acupuncture points.
Photobiomodulation is a term used to describe the physiologic effect of light photons on tissues and cellular function. A light source of specific frequencies on or near the skin emits photons which penetrate tissue and interact with photon receptors (called chromophores) in the cells resulting in physical and chemical changes which result in physiologic changes within the cells. Specific frequencies that are used induce a complex chain of physiologic reactions (typically in the mitochondria, or power ‘batteries’ of cells) that accelerate wound healing and tissue regeneration, increase circulation, reduce acute inflammation, and restore and enhance normal cellular function.
Over 1200 studies have shown that cold laser acupuncture has similar or identical clinical effects as needle acupuncture. When used as an adjunct to needle acupuncture, it can also augment the clinical effects with the use of fewer needles.
