Low-level laser therapy (LLLT), also known as photobiomodulation, is a non-invasive treatment that uses specific wavelengths of light to reduce pain, decrease inflammation, and promote tissue healing. It is used as part of a comprehensive rehabilitation program for selected patients with temporomandibular disorders and other musculoskeletal conditions.
Supporting the Body's Natural Healing Process
Unlike surgical or high-powered lasers, low-level laser therapy does not generate heat or damage tissue. Instead, light energy is absorbed by cells, stimulating normal cellular activity and supporting the body's natural healing response.
Treatment is painless, non-invasive, and typically completed in just a few minutes.
Potential Benefits of Low-Level Laser Therapy
- Reduce pain associated with temporomandibular disorders (TMD)
- Decrease inflammation in muscles and soft tissues
- Promote tissue repair and healing
- Improve circulation in treated areas
- Support recovery following injury or inflammation
- Complement other conservative treatment approaches
When It May Be Recommended
Low-level laser therapy may be incorporated into treatment plans for patients experiencing myofascial pain, muscle tenderness, temporomandibular disorders, or other musculoskeletal conditions involving the jaw, face, head, and neck.
Your provider and physical therapist will determine whether this modality is appropriate based on your diagnosis, symptoms, and overall treatment goals.
Part of Comprehensive Physical Therapy
Low-level laser therapy is most effective when combined with manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, postural training, patient education, and other evidence-based rehabilitation techniques. Our goal is to reduce pain, restore normal function, and help patients return to comfortable daily activities while supporting long-term recovery.