Laser

Question 1

what are the indications for laser

Answer 1

• Increase of localized circulation
• Relief of minor muscle and joint aches, pains and stiffness
• Relaxation of muscles
• Relief of muscle spasms
• Relief of minor pain and stiffness associated with arthritis

Question 2

what are the parameters for laser

Answer 2

go look at pictures

Question 3

what should you do prior to treatment

Answer 3

clean skin

Question 4

what are the precautions for laser

Answer 4

• Better to underexpose than to overexpose
• Avoid direct exposure into eyes (If lasing for extended periods of time, safety glasses are recommended)
-If going to Ice (use laser prior to ice)
if going to heat use laser after heat therapy)

Question 5

what are the contraindications for laser

Answer 5

• Cancer (tumors or cancerous areas)
• Direct irradiation of the eyes
• Photophobia or abnormally high sensitivity to light
• Pretreatment with photosensitivity enhancement agents
• Direct irradiation over the fetus or the uterus during pregnancy