MLS Laser Therapy for Pain Relief

What You Need To Know

Learn how MLS Laser Therapy works and what makes it different from other pain treatments.

Understanding MLS Laser Therapy

When you think of pain relief, you think of something that will work without causing more pain. MLS Laser is one treatment that fits the bill. It is a pain laser that is in fact, painless! This laser uses light energy and converts it to biomechanical energy by stimulating your body’s healing mechanisms at the cellular level. In essence, it recruits your body’s own naturally occurring cellular turnover so your body can fight pain and inflammation.

MLS stands for Multiwave Lock System, a technology that delivers light in two distinct wavelengths: 808 nanometers and 905 nanometers. The lower one concentrates on reduction in inflammation and edema, and the higher one concentrates on pain reduction, resulting in an analgesic effect. Together, these wavelengths produce greater pain relief as they affect different pathways causing the pain. The dual action low energy laser light targets the mitochondria, considered the power houses of the cells.

MLS Laser also causes vasodilation of the blood vessels, increasing blood flow to the affected areas. This allows more of your body’s cells to migrate to the area, and one of the main effects is that it decreases edema, commonly known as swelling.

Whether you have an acute injury or chronic pain from an arthritic condition, neuropathy, or post-operative discomfort, MLS Laser therapy may be right for you. Schedule a consultation with one of our providers to determine the best course of treatment.

Benefits and What to Expect

This is actually our favorite part, as there are so many benefits to MLS Laser! The therapy is noninvasive, with no break in or damage to the skin. When using the robotic arm, the laser stays approximately 8 inches away from the skin. There is no need to rest after a treatment, so you can schedule appointments during your lunch break.

MLS Laser has been on the market since 2009, and still today, there are no known side effects. As long as you keep at least one day between sessions so the cells can regenerate, you will not feel any side effects. This therapy can also be used alongside other therapies such as physical therapy, and the effect is additive. Many patients use it to reduce their reliance on oral NSAIDs or post-operative pain medications.

For your first treatment, you will sign our consent, watch a quick introductory video, and have the chance to get all your questions answered. Protective eyeglasses are required during treatment. The doctor and the laser technician will be in the room the whole time. Since there is no pain, our patients find this very relaxing.

The average treatment takes 10 to 30 minutes. Most acute injuries respond well with 6 sessions, typically 2 to 3 times a week for 2 to 3 weeks. For chronic conditions, the recommended total is 12 sessions over 4 to 6 weeks, with an optional maintenance program. Talk with your provider about whether MLS Laser is right for you.