This episode brings you highlights of a review on chronic joint pain and how proper laser therapy dosing can make light therapy effective. Research from almost 20 years ago demonstrates the need for proper dosing in order for laser therapy to be an effective solution for chronic pain instead of cortisone, pain medications, and surgery. Want to know more about Laser Therapy basics including dosing? New FREE courses coming soon!Mentioned in this episodeA systematic review of low-level laser therapy with location-specific doses for pain from chronic joint disordersNew LTI Basics courses coming soon Further Resources:Success with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Checklist InfographicCheck out these FREE Provider ResourcesLearn more about what we offer on the LTI websiteFind out how you can Customize your LTI experienceRelated Podcast for PatientsHealing at the Speed of Light

Learn how to choose the right laser unit for your clinic with factors like power, wavelength, training support, and warranty discussed. Find out how comprehensive training and clinical support are crucial for maximizing the value of a laser unit. Discover the various factors to consider when comparing laser therapy units, including pricing, ease of use, portability, and software.

This episode takes a deeper look at what diabetic neuropathy symptoms are and how this condition affects the quality of life of older patients. Dr. Rountree will be going over the latest research behind the benefits of laser therapy versus standard drug treatment of diabetic peripheral neuropathy symptoms, and how laser therapy can improve function, relieve pain, and increase quality of life for others vulnerable patients. Studies mentioned in this episodeEffect of deep tissue laser therapy treatment on peripheral neuropathic pain in older adults with type 2 diabetes: a pilot randomized clinical trial. Further Resources:Success with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Checklist InfographicCheck out these FREE Provider ResourcesLearn more about what we offer on the LTI websiteFind out how you can Customize your LTI experienceRelated Podcast for PatientsHealing at the Speed of Light

Exploring how much to charge for laser therapy, considering profitability and value. Introducing a calculator for price optimization. Calculating the profitability and bottom line price for laser treatments. Factors that contribute to the value of laser therapy units. Determining appropriate treatment price for medical practices.

How can laser therapy improve the quality of life for cerebral palsy patients? Dr. Rountree summarizes a new study on cerebral palsy patients with muscle spasticity problems and how laser may have a positive affect toward improving their quality of life. Hear how the study results were measured, the treatment schedule, the laser type, and how to put this knowledge into practice.Studies mentioned in this episodeEvaluation of Low-Level Laser in the Treatment of Masticatory Muscle Spasticity in Children with Cerebral PalsyFurther Resources:Success with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Checklist InfographicCheck out these FREE Provider ResourcesLearn more about what we offer on the LTI websiteFind out how you can Customize your LTI experienceRelated Podcast for PatientsHealing at the Speed of Light

A discussion on a new white paper covering the global laser therapy market, its profitability and adoption by healthcare providers, challenges in effective laser treatments, the importance of patient confidence, challenges and opportunities in laser therapy, embracing a new market segment in healthcare, and a positive market report for the laser therapy industry.

Dr. Rountree discusses the positive effects of photobiomodulation on Alzheimer's patients, comparing it to Agile which doesn't improve mental performance. The podcast explores different locations for light therapy, penetration of light through the skull, and the benefits of pulsing the light. It also discusses the effects of pulsing light on the brain in mouse models of Alzheimer's disease.

The podcast explores the use of laser therapy in treating Alzheimer's disease. It discusses the challenges in the medical approach to Alzheimer's, the prevalence and impact of the disease, the controversial drug treatment, and the high cost of care. It also highlights the potential of light therapy for cognitive improvement and neurorehabilitation in Alzheimer's and other conditions.

We need a wakeup call on healthcare. Thousands continue to die from opioid overdoses while COVID long haulers and vaccine reactions drive even more prescriptions. It is time to learn some lessons from this past year, or all the discomfort and the death and the misery that we have gone through is worth nothing. In this episode Dr. Rountree shares personal experiences regarding the COVID vaccine, but also digs into  recent scientific studies detailing the effectiveness of light therapy for prevention and treatment of COVID-19 patients. Links to studies mentioned in this podcast:Light as a potential treatment for pandemic coronavirus infections: A perspectiveAdjunct low level laser therapy (LLLT) in a morbidly obese patient with severe COVID-19 pneumonia: A case reportLow-level Laser Therapy in Prevention of the Development of Endothelial Dysfunction and Clinical Experience of Treatment and Rehabilitation of COVID-19 PatientsPhotobiomodulation therapy as a high potential treatment modality for COVID-19Low level laser therapy a a modality to attenuate cytokine storm at multiple levels, enhance recovery, and reduce the use of ventilators in COVID-19Evaluation of Adjunctive Photobiomodulation (PBMT) for COVID-19 Pneumonia via Clinical Status and Pulmonary Severity Indices in a Preliminary TrialDoctors More Likely to Prescribe Opioids to COVID 'Long Haulers,' Raising Addiction FearsSuccess with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Checklist InfographicCheck out these FREE Provider ResourcesLearn more about what we offer on the LTI websiteFind out how you can Customize your LTI experienceRelated Podcast for PatientsHealing at the Speed of Light

No matter what your specialty or your focus is in your practice, it is likely a section of your patients could benefit from light therapy. Today Dr. Rountree dives into a study discussing a section detailing four ways light therapy affects tissue, specifically:Nerve repair and pain controlHealing bones, tendons, and woundsHair growth stimulationBrain tissue effectsRead the full study here.Success with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Checklist InfographicCheck out these FREE Provider ResourcesLearn more about what we offer on the LTI websiteFind out how you can Customize your LTI experienceRelated Podcast for PatientsHealing at the Speed of Light