205 Sunnyside Avenue., Sequim, WA 98382 ~ (360) 683-1110

Specializing in Naturopathic Medicine... Since 1985

Mark Swanson, N.D.
Former Associate Editor of Journal of Naturopathic Medicine

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NEW TREATMENT

The Pain Stops Cold!
LOW-LEVEL “COLD” LASER THERAPY (LLLT)

The Power Of Light Is Here. We pleased to announce the addition of Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) for patients with acute or chronic pain conditions, strain, sprain, and injury. LLLT has wide treatment applications, especially for troublesome conditions that have been unresponsive to other care.

LLLT effects healing by:
Reducing pain, swelling and inflammation
Lymphatic drainage and toxin removal
Stimulation of tissue and cellular repair, and collagen production
Faster healing and acceleration of wound repair
Bringing long term relief

 

 

Healing and repair … not just temporary pain relief (read more at… www.microlightlaser.com)
LLLT is also known as “cold laser”. It is painless, invisible and non-heat producing. It works through photo-stimulation of specific receptor cells and tissues at the site of pain, which in turn increase the body’s cellular responses consistent with pain reduction, healing, and repair. In other words, it stimulates the body to heal itself. This is in contrast to heat producing surgical and cosmetic lasers that use thermo-destructive light energy, such as laser eye surgery, spider vein and tattoo removal, etc. LLLT has been studied for over 30 years and has a long history of safety and effectiveness. It has been the subject of over 3000 studies proving its safety and effectiveness. This why the US Olympic Team now uses this same laser for treating athletic sports injuries in world-class athletes.

The MicroLightLaserâ 830nm LLLT advantage (read more at… www.microlightlaser.com)
The LLLT unit we use is the only FDA approved true-laser that emits the patented 830nm wavelength. The advantage of the 830nm beam vs. other LLLT using 660 nm wavelengths is its ability to treat deeper target tissues, up to 4 inches. Other devices are limited to treating higher surface tissues nearer the skin, most are not being FDA approved, and/or produce only L.E.D. monochromatic light which are not true lasers.

Who can benefit from 830nm LLLT? (read more at… www.microlightlaser.com)
Low Level Laser Therapy treatment protocols are established for these and other stubborn conditions:

 

· Acute / Chronic Pain
· Strains / Sprains / Dislocations
· Sports injuries, auto accidents
· Low Back Pain / Prolapsed Disc
· Cervical Neck Pain, Whiplash
· Tendonitis / Tennis elbow
· Wound management
· Trigger Finger
· Dermatitis / Eczema / Psoriasis
· Lymph Swelling
· Neuralgia / Neuritis

  · Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
· TMJ / Jaw Pain
· Fibromyalgia / Myofacial Pain
· Arthritis – Osteo and RA
· Plantar Fasciitis
· Acupuncture Point Therapy
· Herpes Zoster (Shingles)
· Diabetic Ulcers
· Burning Feet Syndrome
· More Rapid Pain Relief

 

Contraindications
There are very few true contra-indications of LLLT. Its safety is well proven and no harm has ever been reported. However, we do not use LLLT directly in the eye, during pregnancy, over the thyroid gland, on cancerous tumors, on patients taking immune-suppressive drugs or radiation therapy, near pacemakers, or on patients with active seizures disorders.

Will I feel anything during each treatment?
No. You won’t feel or even see the laser beams, except the slight pressure of the head of the instrument against the skin, which resembles the head of a flashlight. The only indication that you are being treated is the small red non-laser target light that directs the lasers.

Scheduling & Initial Evaluation Visit
When scheduling, please mention that you want to be evaluated for LLLT laser therapy. This visit will determine if LLLT is appropriate for you. If so, a course of LLLT treatments will be prescribed. Please note: this visit will not address any other non-related health complaints. It does not include your first LLLT treatment. The cost of the LLLT evaluation is $130.00. Up to a 25% discount* is available for non-insured patients who join SimpleCare. (Read more… www.simplecare.com) . Please bring any copies of medical records relating to your present condition, if available. Please wear lose clothing. When indicated, complimentary natural medicines and specific nutritional supplementation will be prescribed to help support your LLLT treatments.

Treatment times, intervals, and course of therapy
After your initial evaluation, the doctor will discuss your specific treatment recommendations. The actual laser treatment takes between 8 and 15 minutes per each site treated site. Depending on the specific condition, a typical course of therapy is usually 3-4 treatments per week lasting up to 3-6 weeks. Up to 3 treatment sites (e.g. wrist, shoulder, knee) can be treated during a 45-minute visit. Fibromyalgia patients with multiple tender points will have a separate treatment schedule.

Fees and Insurance (All fees are subject to change.)
We accept pre-approved coverage for medical insurance. Please submit your insurance card information here prior to your visit for obtaining your pre-approval authorization. Please note: Even with pre-approval by your insurance, this is not a guarantee of payment. Ultimately, you are responsible for all unpaid fees.

If Insurance billed: All treatment sites billed @ $40.00 each.
Patient responsibility: A $20.00 co-payment is due for the first site treated, a $10.00 co-payment is due for each additional site treated. Patient is responsible for all deductibles and fees not covered by insurance, or any denied services.

Non-insurance: Fees are the same as above. SimpleCare members can receive up to a 25% discount on fees when no insurance is billed. We accept cash, approved check, Visa/MC, and Discover. A 5% discount is given for pre-payment of the full prescribed course of therapy.
read more at…www.simplecare.com, Please inquire.

 

* This is a statement of nutritional support. This statement has not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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