Cold Laser Is Not Just About Pain Relief
- Want to get back to the activities you enjoy?
- Looking to support sporting performance and recovery?
- Dealing with an old or recent sports injury?
- Experiencing persistent headaches or migraines?
- Do you experience ongoing pain that hasn’t responded to other approaches?
- Exploring options beyond conventional pain management?
Research suggests cold laser therapy (photobiomodulation) may assist with pain management, acute and chronic injury recovery, and range of movement. This non-invasive technology has been studied for over 60 years internationally.
Cold laser therapy has been used in clinical settings across the USA, Europe and Japan, and is generally well-tolerated. It is a non-invasive, drug-free approach for musculoskeletal conditions.
Cold Laser Therapy or Low Level Light Therapy (Photobiomodulation) is a non-invasive and drug-free approach that has been studied for over 60 years for acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions. Treatment is quick, non-invasive and does not require any piercing or penetration into the skin or body.
Persistent pain can affect your daily life, mental wellbeing, and time with family. If other approaches haven’t provided lasting relief, cold laser therapy is another option worth exploring.
Musculoskeletal Conditions We May Assist With
Cold Laser therapy may be considered for:
- Arthritis
- Back Pain
- Knee joint soreness
- Bursitis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Nerve Root Pain
- Neuralgia
- Pre/Post Sports recovery
- Post Operative Pain
- Trigger Points
- Fibromyalgia
- Repetitive Stress Injuries
- Sprains/Strains
- Heel Spurs/Plantar Fasciitis
- TMJ Pain/Dysfunction
- Swelling
- Migraine Headaches
- Tendonitis/Tendinosis
- Wound Healing
- Neck Pain/Whiplash
- Tennis Elbow
Read more about the conditions we may assist with here.
How does Cold Laser work?
Handheld emitters are placed on the skin and light is absorbed into the cells. Energy released from the light may support tissue recovery at the cellular level. Read more about how Cold Laser Therapy works here.
What are the potential benefits of Cold Laser Therapy?
- Most people feel gentle warmth or nothing at all during treatment
- Suitable for children and adults
- Drug-Free: no chemicals, creams or drugs are used during or after the treatment
- Non-invasive: the treatment uses low level light. There is no cutting, splicing or piercing of the body.
- Quick to apply: treatment times vary depending on the condition and area being treated.
- Generally well-tolerated: cold laser therapy is non-invasive and is generally well-tolerated by patients.
See more FAQs here.
Cold laser therapy (photobiomodulation) is one option that may be considered for some musculoskeletal conditions. Individual responses vary, and outcomes depend on the condition, severity, and clinical assessment. Book a consultation to discuss whether cold laser therapy may be appropriate for you.

