Low Level Laser therapy and PL5000

Cavallo Chiropractic is please to be able to offer this amazing piece of technology. Here are somy of the questions that our patients have been asking. What is low-level laser? Unlike high power lasers that use heat and destroy tissue, low energy lasers affect the cellular energy of the underlying tissue. Hot lasers have a thermal effect and have an output of 1MW or above. Cold (or) Low Level Lasers do not have a thermal effect on tissue, lasers that stimulate biological function have an output below 10mw- milliwatts (ten- one thousands of a watt). What is 3LT™ - Low Level Laser Therapy? Low Level Laser Therapy (3LT™) refers to the modality of applying a "low" energy or "low level" laser to tissue that stimulates cellular processes and thereby enhancing biochemical reactions. For example, studies show that LLLT increases ATP production in the mitochondria of the cell. Since more energy is now available, the cell may utilize this fuel to function or operate more efficiently. How does it work? Many theories exist as to the mechanism of action for Low Level Laser Therapy(3LT™) but simply put, photonic energy is absorbed by the photo acceptor sites on the cell membrane which trigger a secondary messenger to initiate a cascade of intracellular signals that initiate, inhibit or accelerate biological processes such as wound healing, inflammation, or pain management. What conditions can be treated? Low Level Laser Therapy(3LT™) has been successfully used to treat many conditions such as acute and chronic pain reduction, repetitive use disorders like carpal tunnel syndrome, soft tissue strains and sprains, inflammation reduction, enhanced tissue wound healing, and cell regeneration. Are there any side effects? There are over 1500 published studies and not one of them mentions any negative side effects of semi-conductor diode lasers at the 5mW range like the Erchonia 3LT™ Lasers. Low Level Lasers are safe, non-toxic and non-invasive, there has not been a recorded side effect in over 1700 publications. There are some necessary common sense precautions that need to be considered, such as avoiding pointing the laser beam directly into the eye and maintating it there, which could prove to be damaging to the eye. How long are the treatments? Treatments can vary in time from seconds to minutes depending on the condition. Research studies show that there may be a dose dependent response, so it may be more effective to treat at lower doses at multiple intervals then to treat a single time with a high dose. What kind of care plans can be expected for laser therapy? A treatment plan may vary, depending on the condition. For instance, an acute soft tissue injury or open wound may require multiple short treatments initially then the interval between treatments will lengthen as the condition improves. If you have any questions regarding Low Level Laser Therapy, or to schedule an appointment, please visit our website at www.cavallochiropractic.com or call our office at 303-678-8555

Get your Spring back

Well Spring is here! With Spring comes yard work, lots and lots of yard work. When lifting try to bend more at the knees then the lower back. Try to avoid twisting motions while lifting or moving objects. If you are going to be kneeling down to tend to your garden put a foam mat under your knees to give you some cushioning.
Feel free to give us a call or email us with any questions.

For more information visit our website at www.cavallochiropractic.com

To keep with the latest chiropractic treatment techniques, Dr. Cavallo will be attending continuing education classes next week. The office will close at noon on Wednesday, January 18 and will reopen Monday morning, January 23.

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BackPack Safety

I hate to bearer of bad news kids(maybe good news for parents), but it's almost time to go back to school. It is this time of year that school supplies will be purchased. One of the most important back to school supplies is a backpack. Statistics say more than 40 million students carry backpacks. overloading and poor positioning of back packs is a leading cause of back and shoulder pain in children.

According to the American Chiropractic Association, the following steps can help:

• Make sure your child's backpack weighs no more than 5 to 10 percent of his or her body weight. A heavier backpack will cause your child to bend forward in an attempt to support the weight on his or her back, rather than on the shoulders, by the straps.
  The backpack should never hang more than four inches below the waistline. A backpack that hangs too low increases the weight on the shoulders, causing your child to lean forward when walking.




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  A backpack with individualized compartments helps in positioning the contents most effectively. Make sure that pointy or bulky objects are packed away from the area that will rest on your child's back.




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  Bigger is not necessarily better. The more room there is in a backpack, the more your child will carry-and the heavier the backpack will be.




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  Urge your child to wear both shoulder straps. Lugging the backpack around by one strap can cause the disproportionate shift of weight to one side, leading to neck and muscle spasms, as well as low-back pain.
  Wide, padded straps are very important. Non-padded straps are uncomfortable, and can dig into your child's shoulders.

If your child is experiencing back pain from their backpack or to have your child's backpack check by our office, give us a call at 303-678-8555.

Spring Cleaning

Well, I think it is safe to say that spring is here. Most of us will start doing yard work and lots of spring cleaning. Make sure that you lift correctly, bending at the knees and not the waist. Also try to avoid prolonged twisting. It is also important to drink plently of water and to stretch. Contact us at the office for more tips. 303-678-8555 www.cavallochiropractic.com

A slip on the ice

With this crazy weather we have been having, many people have been slipping and falling on the ice. This is one on the most common ways that people injure their backs. Even if you do not fall the shearing of the spine can cause damage. Even minor falls on the ice can be significant to cause damage, and in some cases break the vertebrae. If you have recent fell or slipped on the ice, do yourself a favor and get checked by a chiropractor.

Crash

The beginning of this year has included alot of snow and icy roads. These conditions lead to motor vehicle accidents. Even if you feel the crash was minor, it is still important that you and those in the car with you get checked by your chiropractor. Even minor injuries that are not treated correctly can lead to a lifetime of problems. If your car has visble damage, think about the damage to your spine.
If you have been in a motor vehicle accident, call us today and get your spine checked!
303-678-8555.