The Most Often Asked Questions
Can you help me with my pain?
You need to make and attend an appointment with Dr. Burks so he can examine you and determine if you’re a candidate for the advanced pain relief therapies he offers. He is confident that after a physical exam and reviewing your diagnosis, Dr. Burks can help you either with our advanced technology and therapies to treat your pain or to explain what your other treatment options are. Whether you experienced an automobile accident, shoulder injuries or sports injuries ranging from tennis elbow to knee pain, High Power Laser Therapy can help speed healing of a wound or injury. Without examining you and reviewing your diagnosis, no doctor could say for sure, so you must come in for an appointment. Call 941-921-1944 to set up your evaluation with Dr. Burks.
What is High Power Laser Therapy (HPLT)?
High Power Laser Therapy (HPLT) is a painless, safe and effective treatment free of side effects for the relief of Neuro-musculoskeletal pain. There are many studies that show the effectiveness of laser therapy to promote rapid healing of a wound or injury. HPLT is a technological advancement to the older Low Level Laser Therapy or Cold Laser Therapy.
High Power Laser Therapy has the ability to deliver vastly larger amounts of healing light energy to much greater depths of penetration as well as being able to treat a vastly larger surface area than its predecessors.
How long has laser therapy been utilized in pain management?
Laser therapy has been used in Europe for over 30 years. You can be assured of the doctor’s extensive experience in anesthesiology and pain management using techniques from drugs to hypnosis.
What type of medical conditions respond to Class IV high power laser therapy?
At the present time, HPLT is used primarily for the treatment of Neuro-musculoskeletal conditions. Clinicians in the field are also experiencing dramatic results for many types of wound healing.
Are their any safety risks associated with Class IV laser therapy
The Avicenna high power laser is extremely safe. However, it is not used over the eyes due to the sensitivity of the retina, therefore, all patients wear protective safety glasses during the treatment.
Is their any pain or side effects associated with Class IV laser therapy?
The Avicenna high power laser is painless and has no side effects. It is completely safe. During treatment, the patient experiences a gentle warming effect, and at many times a profound feeling of relaxation.
