Different types of wounds, such as leg ulcers, bed sores, and wounds from surgery, can all be treated with laser therapy. As early as the 1960’s, during experiments with mice, scientists discovered by coincidence that low doses of laser had healing effects on wounds. I took care of a gentleman, 80 years old, who had taken a fall and hurt his right shoulder. Initially, I administered traditional wound care products, in accordance with the treatment plan from the patient’s physician and the wound care clinic. In total, the course of treatment took more than two years. During the course, [...]

Shingles, or Herpes Zoster in Latin, is caused by the varicella-zoster virus. This type of virus causes chicken pox, and shingles is the result of a reactivation of the chicken pox virus, often several years following the original infection. Early symptoms of herpes zoster are vague, such as headache, fever, and malaise. The initial phase of the condition is most often followed by the appearance of the characteristic skin rash. The pain and rash most commonly occurs on the torso, but can appear on the face, eyes or other parts of the body. Laser therapy has proven to be [...]

Acne and pimples are a common skin disorder, caused by plugged hair follicles in the face and on the chest. Several patients have seen improvement and a reduction in the extent of their acne or pimples after treatment with laser therapy.