Dr. Cluchey, a special guest, discusses potential problems after surgeries and how laser therapy can help. Topics include challenges in orthopedic surgery recovery, residual pain after spinal surgeries, and the benefits of laser therapy for post-surgical pain.
Laser therapy can promote healing, reduce pain, and address scar tissue after joint replacement surgeries.
Laser therapy can aid healing and rehabilitation after spinal surgeries, particularly when other therapies may not be suitable due to hardware or implants.
Deep dives
Post-Surgical Pain and Complications
Post-surgical pain can occur immediately after surgery or during physical therapy. Complications such as scar tissue development can lead to further procedures. Joint replacement surgeries commonly result in swelling and inflammation, affecting the body's ability to heal. Laser therapy can be beneficial in promoting healing, reducing pain, and addressing scar tissue. Physical therapy and laser treatments can work together to enhance recovery, especially in cases like knee replacements.
Residual Pain and Challenges of Spinal Surgeries
Spinal surgeries, particularly low back surgeries, can sometimes result in residual pain, nerve damage, or inflammation. Patients may experience issues like drop foot or ongoing pain even years after surgery. Laser therapy can be utilized to aid healing and rehabilitation in these cases, particularly when other therapies may not be suitable due to hardware or implants. It is important to educate patients that surgery removes the obstruction but not necessarily corrects all issues, and laser therapy can help manage pain and promote healing.
Successful Recovery from Abdominal Surgeries
Post-surgical pain and discomfort are common after abdominal surgeries such as gallbladder removal, C-sections, or hysterectomies. Laser therapy has shown success in reducing pain, improving healing, and minimizing reliance on pain medications. Patients who receive laser therapy soon after their surgeries have reported quick turnarounds and improved physical functioning. Laser therapy can be a valuable option for patients experiencing post-surgical pain, regardless of how long after the surgery they seek treatment.
In this episode, special guest Dr. Cluchey, discusses potential problems that can happen with successful surgeries, what to do about it and how laser therapy can help.
Dr. Cluchey's contact information: Healing Waters Laser Center 310 N Main St., Suite 1, Galena, IL 61036 https://lasergalena.com (815) 776-7610