What Is Laser Therapy?

Laser therapy uses light energy to stimulate healing deep within your tissues.

We use a Class IV Summus Horizon laser — one of the most advanced systems available — to help reduce pain, calm inflammation, and support recovery from both acute and chronic injuries.

This isn’t just surface-level. This is deep, targeted, cellular recovery.

How it Works

Our Class IV laser uses infrared light to penetrate deep into the body’s tissues. This light triggers a response in your cells known as photobiomodulation — increasing ATP (cellular energy), reducing inflammation, and speeding up healing.

Benefits include:

  • Reduced pain and muscle spasm
  • Increased circulation and oxygen delivery
  • Faster recovery from injuries and surgeries
  • Improved tissue regeneration and mobility

When We Use It

Laser therapy is especially helpful when:

  • You’re dealing with persistent inflammation or swelling
  • Pain is limiting your movement or progress
  • You're recovering from a sprain, strain, or joint injury
  • You want to speed up soft tissue or nerve healing
  • You’ve hit a plateau in your rehab or recovery

Conditions We Often Treat with Laser Therapy

  • Tendonitis and overuse injuries
  • Acute sprains, strains, or swelling
  • Plantar fasciitis, Achilles issues, elbow pain
  • Chronic pain conditions and joint inflammation
  • Nerve pain, sciatica, or post-surgical recovery

How Laser Therapy Fits Into Your Recovery Plan

Laser therapy is not a standalone fix. It’s a tool we integrate into your Recovery Package when it directly supports your goals.

We may use it alongside:

  • Movement-based chiropractic
  • Dry needling and cupping
  • Soft tissue and fascial therapy
  • Metabolic and nervous system support
  • Self-care tools through your Recovery Portal

We apply laser strategically — when your body needs a push toward deeper recovery.

FAQ: Laser Therapy at Front Range Functional Medicine

Does laser therapy hurt?
No — it’s painless. Most people feel gentle warmth or nothing at all during treatment.

How long does it take?
Most sessions take just a few minutes and are included as part of your visit when needed.

Is this covered by insurance?
No — and that’s a good thing. It allows us to use laser when it actually helps, not when insurance says it’s allowed.

How often will I need it?
That depends on your condition and response. For some, it’s just a few sessions. Others benefit from regular use as part of their recovery plan.

Accelerate Your Healing Now

Book a free 15-minute Recovery Consultation to see if laser therapy and our Recovery System are the right fit for you.

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