Nerve damage is also known as neuropathy. It is not a singular disorder, but a general term for numerous disorders resulting from damaged nerves in the peripheral nervous system. The causes of nerve damage can vary from injuries and diseases to exposure to cold weather or toxins. Common symptoms include numbness or tingling in the toes or fingers, burning or freezing sensations, electric-like pain, sensitivity to touch, balance and coordination problems, excessive sweating, or muscle weakness. According to the research, an estimated 30 million Americans suffer from some form of nerve damages.
Fortunately, there is an effective treatment, known as cold laser therapy, that can help you relieve the pain and regenerate the nerves.
What is Cold Laser Therapy
Originated in Europe and Russia in the 1960s, cold laser therapy is a treatment that applies red and near-infrared laser light at appropriate dosages to manage pain and enhance tissue healing. It is called “cold” because it is done at low intensity. The treatment process is comfortable and relaxing without a feeling of heat, tickling or any other specific sensation.
Researches have proved that cold laser therapy is highly effective in treating various conditions without causing any side effect. Apart from healing nerve damages, it also increases local blood circulation, decreases joint and muscle pain and inflammation while increasing the speed and quality of tissue repair.
How Does Cold Laser Therapy Help with Nerve Damage?
By applying red and near-infrared wavelengths of light on damaged nerves, cold laser therapy can accelerate tissue regeneration by improving the energy output of surrounding cells. In addition, the focused light energy increases blood circulation and creates an optimal healing environment by drawing water, oxygen and nutrients to the damaged area. The tissues in the area experience a reduction of pain by releasing waste and byproducts like lactic acid and carbon dioxide.
Cold laser therapy also relieves the symptoms of nerve pain and restores the nerves to their normal state. It is better than painkillers because it actually addresses pain symptoms at the source rather than relieving the pain through drug treatments.
Case Study
In a recent study conducted by Manipal University, 19 patients with neuropathy received cold laser irradiation on the plantar and dorsum of the foot for 10 days. The results showed that the patients’ pain levels were significantly reduced after the treatment. This proved that cold laser therapy could be an effective method for treating nerve damage.
Best Cold Laser Treatment for Nerve Damage
MiraMate Cold Laser Wrist X and Light Pad are domestic cold laser devices. They are small, portable and easy to operate. Simply hold the device over the area of your body where you feel pain, and low levels of laser energy will pass through your skin and work directly on the damaged nerves. Cold Laser Wrist X has a good effect for treating blood diseases and rhinitis, while Light Pad is better for relieving acute and chronic pain. They can be the best choices for you and your family.
