Laser therapy affects tissue repair on a cellular level through photo-chemical effects. Dr. Rountree explains what that means as well as how that cellular repair affects patient healing and pain relief. He also describes how different medical fields can make use of light therapy’s cellular repair capabilities to better patient care, from dentistry to traumatology.Mentioned in this episode:Photobiomodulation in Cells’ RepairLaser Therapy Fuels the Powerhouse of Your Cells Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

Rotator cuff tears are more common as we age and are very common in stroke patients also. While surgery may be performed on a full tear of a rotator muscle or tendon, partial tears tend to be treated conservatively. This episode explores a recent study of the effects of exercise therapy vs. laser therapy combined with exercise therapy. Is non-surgical recovery possible?Study mentioned in this episode:The effectiveness of high-intensity laser therapy in the treatment of post-stroke patients with hemiplegic shoulder pain: a prospective randomized controlled study Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

Is it best to jump straight into surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome? Are there risks? What about conservative care option like TENS and laser therapy?Studies mentioned in this episode:Pain and electrophysiological parameters are improved by combined 830-1064 high-intensity LASER in symptomatic carpal tunnel syndrome versus Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve StimulationBiomechanical alteration in the carpal arch and hand muscles after carpal tunnel release: a further approach toward understanding the function of the flexor retinaculum and the cause of postoperative grip weaknessThe relationship of trigger finger and flexor tendon volar migration after carpal tunnel release Related PodcastCarpal Tunnel SyndromeVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

In today's podcast, Dr. Rountree explains what chronic joint pain is and why it is becoming more prevalent. He also discusses the research regarding the effects of laser therapy on chronic joint pain, and why insurances and some healthcare providers are still reluctant to accept laser therapy as a viable treatment option.Study mentioned in this episode:A Systematic Review of Low-Level Laser Therapy with Location-Specific Doses for Pain from Chronic Joint DisordersVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

Dr. Rountree explains what carpal tunnel syndrome is, the problems with getting an accurate diagnosis, and available testing. He will also discuss laser therapy for carpal tunnel, and why sometimes there are issues with laser treatment results including misdiagnosis, patient differences, improper laser settings, and poor laser technique.Studies mentioned in this episode:Low Power Laser Therapy for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Effective Optical PowerVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

Dr. Rountree discusses a recent study where researchers evaluated three different treatments for jaw pain: manual therapy, photobiomodulation (laser therapy), and a combination of the two. Which method is best? The results may surprise you!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

The podcast discusses the new Alzheimer's drug, problems with the healthcare system, and the potential of light therapy. It explores the cause and symptoms of Alzheimer's, questions the approval of a controversial drug, and highlights the benefits of laser therapy. The podcast also discusses the lack of funding and influence of powerful lobbies on Alzheimer's research.

Laser therapy and near infrared LEDs have positive effects on aging by decreasing levels of pain and inflammation. LED units designed for home use have become more widely available, but do they work? Listen today as Dr. Rountree explains the difference between LED home therapy devices and clinical lasers. Find out when LEDs can be useful, and when professional laser therapy is needed.Study mentioned in this episode:The role of near-infrared light-emitting diodes in aging adults related to inflammationVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

In this episode Dr. Rountree shares personal experiences regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and how laser therapy helped him through common side effects. He also shares his history with laser and why he is so passionate about laser therapy.Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

Too often, those who suffer with the uncontrolled pain of diabetic neuropathy also see their quality of life decline rapidly. Dr. Rountree reviews a sham-controlled study where neuropathy patients who received laser therapy saw a better than 50% reduction in pain as well as improvement in daily function.Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast