24 Nov Laser Therapy for Neuropathy: What Patients Need to Know
Neuropathy can be one of the most annoying and life-altering ailments to deal with. Whether it’s due to diabetes, injury, chemotherapy, or a compressed nerve, the burning, tingling, and numbness can be more than painful — they can also disrupt everything from walking comfortably to sleeping through the night.
These are patients at Etobicoke SportMed & Physiotherapy who seek safe, non-invasive care that provides real relief from their discomfort. One of the methods we have found most effective is Class IV Laser Therapy, a 21st-century therapy that promotes nerve healing and helps alleviate pain without drugs or scalpels.
Here, we dissect what neuropathy is, how laser therapy works, and the kinds of results patients can expect.
What Is Neuropathy?
Neuropathy is damage or dysfunction of peripheral nerves. These nerves carry messages from your brain and spinal cord to the rest of your body. When they get damaged, it messes up communication, which shows up in everything from:
- Burning or tingling sensations
- Sharp, shooting pain
- Numbness or “pins and needles”
- Weakness in the limbs
- Hypersensitivity or reduced sensation
If left unchecked, neuropathy can continue to advance and hinder movement while hindering your quality of life.
How Class IV Laser Therapy Helps Neuropathy
Class IV Laser Therapy uses specific wavelengths of light to interact with tissue and accelerate healing.
Here’s how it works to help with neuropathy relief:
1. Increases Cellular Energy (ATP Production)
Injured nerves often find it difficult to heal themselves because they do not command sufficient energy. Laser therapy increases ATP production in cells, enabling tissue to recover more quickly.
2. Reduces Nerve Inflammation
Neuropathic pain is mainly associated with inflammation. Laser treatment works by decreasing inflammatory markers and directly reducing swelling and irritation around nerves.
3. Improves Circulation to Nerves
“Laser increases microcirculation — bringing more oxygen and nutrients to injured nerves, while also removing waste products. This environment promotes regeneration.
4. Supports Nerve Regrowth
Laser studies have shown that specific wavelengths can stimulate axonal sprouting, suggesting that nerves can regenerate and regain function.
5. Provides Natural Pain Relief
Endorphins are released when light energy triggers them, eliminating pain signals, and you get relief in as little as the first session.
Conditions Laser Therapy Can Help With
Patients who suffer from several different types of neuropathy can be helped:
- Diabetic neuropathy
- Chemotherapy-induced neuropathy
- Post-surgical nerve damage
- Compression neuropathies (carpal tunnel, tarsal tunnel, sciatica)
- Nerve inflammation from injuries
- Idiopathic neuropathy (unknown cause)
Here at Etobicoke SportMed & Physiotherapy, you’ll receive a comprehensive assessment before we recommend laser therapy to ensure it’s effective for your condition.
How Many Sessions Will You Need?
All patients are unique, but the typical protocol for treating neuropathy includes:
- Two to three sessions per week during the first two weeks
- Symptom-based and mobility grade re-evaluation
- Escalation to maintenance treatments when symptoms are in remission
Our therapists will develop a personalized plan tailored to your individual circumstances, lifestyle and objectives.
Why Patients Choose Etobicoke SportMed & Physiotherapy
We practice high-tech with a personal, touchy-feely feel. Neuropathy patients come to us because we provide:
- Evidence-based laser therapy protocols
- Comprehensive physiotherapy and rehab options
- Experienced, multi-disciplinary members who work with nerve and mobility disorders
- Caring for patients with a strong support structure
Is Laser Therapy Right for You?
If you suffer from chronic nerve pain, numbness or tingling, then Class IV Laser Therapy should be a key part of your recovery plan. Many patients who have not found substantial relief from traditional treatments have seen it with this non-invasive technology.
Book Your Neuropathy Assessment Today
So what are you waiting for?
Schedule an appointment with Etobicoke SportMed & Physiotherapy today to discuss your individual neuropathy assessment and whether Class IV Laser Therapy is right for you.