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Can LIGHT prevent kids from needing glasses? What risk factors can parents help their children avoid? In this episode, Jason Rountree, DC, CMLSO, explores new research on this exciting topic!Links to the studies referenced in this episode are below.Studies:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10086781/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10086781/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37890098/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23383553/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24674576/Main source: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38378527/Here is some general information:What is myopia?Nearsightedness is a common vision condition in which close objects look clear but far objects look blurry. It progresses through childhood and this is why many kids 8-14 end up needing glasses.Why does it happen?“Myopia is most frequently characterized by an increase in the axial length of the eyeball” and can be brought on by both environmental [9] and hereditary causes.Oxidative stress and inflammation may be responsible for the altered regulatory pathways in myopia.The primary characteristic of high myopia-related irreversible vision loss is choroidal thinning. The choroid is the vascular middle layer of the wall of the eye.Living in the city and individuals with higher levels of education is a consequence of intensive visual near work, especially in reading, writing, and visual work at the computer. This dependence may be associated with changes in the shape of the cornea or accommodation.The factors predicting faster myopic progression were parents' myopia and less time spent on sports and outdoor activities at childhood. Time spent on reading and close work in childhood was related to myopic progression during the first 3 years but did not predict adulthood myopia. Myopia throughout follow-up was higher among those who watched television

Alzheimer's Disease, a neurodegenerative disorder, is becoming the most prominent age-related dementia in the world. If you have loved ones who are affected or know someone who is, listen in as Dr. Rountree, DC, CMLSO, discusses the latest research on light therapy for improving the symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease.Here is the study mentioned in this episode.Watch the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light

PATIENTS! WE ARE BACK! After a long break in fresh podcasts, we are excited to bring back our live episodes! Listen in as we tell you why we have been off the air for 8 months -- a personal story of terrible injury and incredible recovery.

Do you suffer from a constant ringing in your ears? It is possible you are experiencing what is called Tinnitus, which is a symptom with no specific cause and no FDA-approved drugs for treatment. In this podcast, Dr. Rountree discusses a study that 'investigated the outcome of potential alternative and complementary treatment modalities' for tinnitus. **Spoiler Alert...Laser Therapy is a possible option!Here is the full study!We are live-streaming this podcast! Watch this episode here. Watch the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light

Dealing with low back pain is difficult. Disc herniations, bulges, and protrusions all create significant disability, often with sciatic pain that goes down the leg. Is surgery required? Is PT enough? Learn what new research is saying about PT exercises plus laser therapy in this LIVE research breakdown!Read the full research paper in this episode.We are live-streaming this podcast! Watch this episode here. Watch the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light

Have you ever wondered if an infrared sauna can produce health benefits like laser therapy does? What about those wearable patches that claim to have photobiomodulation and stem cell benefits? Join us as we review the research to sort through the confusing light therapy options! Amino Acid link mentioned in this episode. Listen to the interview with Dr. Wollf. We are live-streaming this podcast! Watch this episode here. Watch the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light

Are you suffering from neuropathy pain? Research shows amazing benefits from laser therapy and PRP injections for those suffering from diabetic neuropathy. Listen in to hear a plain-language breakdown of three new studies!Want to read more? Here are the studies mentioned in this episode: Perineural Platelet-Rich Plasma for Diabetic Neuropathic Pain, Could It Make a Difference? Efficacy of low-level laser therapy in nerve injury repair-a new era in therapeutic agents and regenerative treatments Effect of low level laser therapy on neurovascular function of diabetic peripheral neuropathy We are live-streaming this podcast! Watch this episode here. Watch the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light

Whether you are a high-level athlete, a "weekend warrior," simply trying to stay in shape, or you are exercising to increase your fitness and strength, you'll want to know about this research! In this episode, Dr. Rountree discusses a recent meta-analysis on how laser therapy can enhance performance and recovery without any concerns about medication use or side effects.Read the study referenced in this episode.We are live-streaming this podcast! Watch this episode here. Watch the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light

Chances are, if you're joining us as a healthcare consumer interested in laser therapy, you're wanting to know more about how to support your body's natural healing processes. Laser therapy does just that- supports your own mechanisms of healing. But we also know that diet and exercise are the two biggest tools you can use to help your body function at a higher level. The problem is, when it comes to diet and supplements, how do you know what's best? There are so many people promoting different supplements and multi-level marketing programs, how do you know what really works? The answer to that is of course science! So today I'm pleased to welcome a scientist from the Reynolds Institute on Aging. Dr. Robert Wolfe is a former Harvard Medical School faculty member who has published over 452 peer-reviewed research articles, 126  review articles, three books, and has 5 patents. He is also the lead scientist and co-founder of "The Amino Company," and is joining us today to talk about using nutrition to maximize healing and recovery.Dr. Wolfe's studies have been conducted with support from competitive research grants from the National Institutes of Health, National Space Biomedical Institute, US Department of Defense, The US Department of Agriculture, as well as the US Olympic Committee, and the International Olympic Committee.Amino Co's research, first funded by NASA, was developed by Dr. Robert R Wolfe, director of the Center of Translational Research in Aging and Longevity at the Reynolds Institute on Aging, and Professor of Geriatrics at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.Fun Fact: Co-founder Dr. Robert Wolfe was a competitive marathon runner who set national age-group records. Distance running: completed 62 marathons under 2:30; set age group world record in 30 K (45-49y), won over 100 local road races. Still running and fueling his body with amino acids at age 75.Want to try these patented amino acid blends? Get 30% off when you order today with the LTI discount at www.Aminoco.com/LTI Studies mentioned today:"Essential amino acid supplementation in patients following total knee arthroplasty""Essential amino acid and carbohydrate supplementation ameliorates muscle protein loss in humans during 28 days bedrest"We are live-streaming this podcast! Watch the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light

Bell's Palsy is paralysis of one side of the face, often confused for stroke symptoms. It can be a temporary or chronic condition, but laser therapy has been shown to help! What kind of laser performs the best? Listen in as we discuss a study that compares high-intensity and low-level lasers and how they help resolve this condition!Read the study mentioned in this episode.We are live-streaming this podcast! Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light

New research is showing that light therapy "causes major improvements" for patients suffering from hypothyroid conditions. Learn more about this exciting new research in this episode of Healing at the Speed of Light!Read the study mentioned in this episode here.We are live-streaming this podcast! Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light

Red light therapy has been around for decades but is really getting a lot of attention lately. Does it work? Is it all hype? Listen in to hear what the latest research is saying!Read the full study and see the pictures referenced in this episode here.We are live-streaming this podcast! Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light

Standard medical treatment is limited and can have major side effects, but laser therapy might help!Read the full study mentioned in this episode here.We are live-streaming this podcast! Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light

Dr. Rountree summarizes new research showing "promise in improving cognitive function and regional cerebral blood flow several years after TBI" in veterans with head injuries. If you want more details, here is the study mentioned in this episode.We are live-streaming this podcast! Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light

Dr. Rountree discusses new research that states "The combination of laser therapy with high-intensity electromagnetic stimulation seems promising in the treatment of chest pain and anxiety symptoms in long COVID patients." Find out what this means in this episode of Healing at the Speed of Light.Read the full study here.We are live-streaming this podcast! Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light

Research states that understanding post-surgical nerve pain helps reduce the intensity of the pain. That means that listening to today's episode might start to help your pain! Understanding the perioperative process is a great step in preventing and resolving nerve pain; what else can help to address this common surgical pain problem?For those who want more technical information, here is the study referenced on the show today:Surgically induced neuropathic pain: understanding the perioperative processWe are live-streaming this podcast! Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light

On this week's episode of Healing at the Speed of Light Podcast, Dr. Rountree discusses research about foot and heel pain, including bone spurs, and how laser therapy can help with this painful condition.We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light

In this episode of the patient-focused Healing at the Speed of Light Podcast, Dr. Roundree discusses a new study showing how light therapy promotes the regeneration of damaged nerves.The study mentioned in this episode:Efficacy of low‑level laser therapy in nerve injury repair—a new era in therapeutic agents and regenerative treatmentsWe have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute PodcastRSVP for the Live Webinar (October 27, 2022 — 1 pm Mountain Time) YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light

Join us to learn more about safe, painless laser treatment that has been shown to improve neuropathy pain and the neurovascular function of the feet for diabetic patients.We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light 

Dr. Jason Rountree shares that new research has shown that safe, non-invasive lasers can be used to increase healing speed after Oberlin nerve transplant procedures. Find out how this simple procedure might help nerve pain and disability!We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light 

Join Dr. Rountree as he reviews the latest research about using lasers to regenerate and heal damaged tendons across the three phases of repair.The study mentioned in this episode:The Functions and Mechanisms of Low-Level Laser Therapy in Tendon Repair (Review)We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light 

In this recording of a Facebook live broadcast, Jason and Kristi review three case studies where laser therapy was used to successfully treat chronic neck pain, acute knee pain, and diabetic neuropathy pain. Hear about the real-life stories of patients that came in seeking relief and got it quickly and safely. These case studies show how laser therapy worked wonders!Be sure to share this episode with your friends and family. They may find hope if they are experiencing these painful conditions.Real-life Case Studies mentioned in this episode: Neck Pain Diabetic Neuropathy Knee Pain We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light 

Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disease with no cure and few treatment options. Cases of Parkinson's disease have increased due to aging populations and longer disease duration. In this episode, Dr. Rountree and Kristi review a 2021 study on how laser and light therapy has been safely used to stimulate neural pathways in the brain. Transcranial light therapy has positive effects on the tissues of the brain; reducing inflammation of the brain and stimulating tissues at the cellular level to help develop new neural pathways.  We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Mentioned in this episode:Improvements in clinical signs of Parkinson's disease using photobiomodulation: a prospective proof-of-concept studyVielightVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you. Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light 

Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) face several challenges due to deficits in social function and communication with distinct patterns of behaviors that can be difficult to manage and even disruptive. Laser and light therapy can be used for transcranial photobiomodulation to enhance mitochondrial activity and ATP synthesis, increasing functional activity and cognition. Listen along as Dr. Rountree and Kristi discuss a 2022 study on ASD and laser therapy, how the treatment was administered, what kind of side effects may occur and what the outcomes were for the ASD patients. Also, learn what steps you can take today to help your autistic child. We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Mentioned in this episode:Transcranial Photobiomodulation for the Treatment of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): A Retrospective Study.VielightVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.  Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast  YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light

While many people may have hand and wrist pain, how do you know if it is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?  In this episode Dr. Rountree and Kristi discuss what causes carpal tunnel syndrome, what the symptoms look like, how you can test for it at home, and what tests you may receive from healthcare providers to diagnose carpal tunnel syndrome. Listen along to learn about conservative care for carpal tunnel syndrome and the role laser therapy has in that care plan. We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Study mentioned in this episode:A comparative study of the dose-dependent effects of low level and high intensity photobiomodulation (laser) therapy on pain and electrophysiological parameters in patients with carpal tunnel syndromeVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.  Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast  YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light

What is the rotator cuff? And what should be done in the case of an injury? Do I have to get surgery? Join Kristi and Dr. Rountree as they explain the function of the shoulder rotator cuff, how to catch an injury early, and how to properly address the injury so that you may avoid surgery. Learn about the importance of exercise and strengthening in order to protect the rotator cuff structures, and how laser therapy and PRP injections can help with the healing process vs. corticosteroid injections.   We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Studies mentioned in this episode:Platelet-Rich Plasma in Patients With Partial-Thickness Rotator Cuff Tears or Tendinopathy Leads to Significantly Improved Short-Term Pain Relief and Function Compared With Corticosteroid Injection: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled TrialThe effectiveness of high-intensity laser therapy in the treatment of post-stroke patients with hemiplegic shoulder pain: a prospective randomized controlled studyVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.  Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast  YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light 

Learn what the research says about light interactions with the cells of the brain with Dr. Rountree and Kristi! They discuss the complex web of cellular functions in the brain, what neurodegeneration is, how laser therapy interacts with the brain, and how it can benefit patients with neurodegenerative disorders. Follow along to learn more about how laser therapy could be used to slow the progression of disorders such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, ALS, Dementia, and more. We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Study mentioned in this episode:The Molecular Mechanisms of Action of Photobiomodulation Against Neurodegenerative Diseases: A Systematic ReviewVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.  Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast  YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light

Dr. Rountree and Kristi discuss what exactly shoulder impingement is, the areas of the shoulder it can affect, and the keys to successfully recover from shoulder impingement pain. A study from January of 2021 regarding subacromial impingement syndrome shows laser therapy plus exercise is superior to placebo laser plus exercise in reducing pain, improving quality of life, and increasing muscle strength. Listen along to learn more! We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Study mentioned in this episode:The effectiveness of high-intensity laser therapy on pain, range of motion, functional capacity, quality of life, and muscle strength in subacromial impingement syndrome: a 3-month follow-up, double-blinded, randomized, placebo-controlled trialVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.  Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast  YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light 

While Parkinson's disease affects over 1% of people aged 60+, and is a disease that steadily progresses, there is no cure. However, a study done in January of 2021 claims that hydrogen water and laser therapy significantly reduces the severity of Parkinson's. Join Dr. Rountree and Kristi as they discuss whether laser therapy can help Parkinson's, if hydrogen water has benefits, and whether laser therapy could cause any cellular damage.  We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Study mentioned in this episode:Effects of concomitant use of hydrogen water and photobiomodulation on Parkinson diseaseVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.  Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast  YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light 

While laser therapy is a great tool to help reduce diabetic neuropathy symptoms and promote healing, there are a few things that diabetic patients can do in addition to laser therapy to help reduce neuropathy. Dr. Rountree and Kristi discuss the importance of diet, exercise, as well as things you should avoid as a diabetic. Dr. Rountree explains how cellular mechanisms are affected by diabetes, thereby causing neuropathy, and he goes over how Alpha Lipoic Acid works on a cellular level to fight the progression of neuropathy.  We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Study mentioned in this episode:Diabetes and alpha lipoic acidPodcast Episodes on Neuropathy:EP 62 Diabetic Neuropathy EP 34 Treatments Proven to Work for CIP Neuropathy SymptomsEP 28 Diabetic Neuropathy: How it Happens and Treatment OptionsEP 8 Peripheral NeuropathyVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.  Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast  YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light  

Dr. Rountree reviews a 2018 study on laser therapy for the experimental treatment of COPD on mice. What is COPD? Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-a progressive, debilitating life long disease. Laser therapy for COPD is not yet FDA approved. Follow along as Dr. Rountree explains the prevalence of COPD, factors that contribute to COPD, the body's natural response in the lungs, and the effect of laser therapy on the cells of the lungs. We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Study mentioned in this episode:Low-Level Laser Therapy Reduces Lung Inflammation in an Experimental Model of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Involving P2X7 ReceptorVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.  Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast  YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light 

Dr. Rountree and Kristi talk about what happens when you put laser therapy and physical therapy “head to head” for neck arthritis pain. It turns out, everyone wins! But in the 2018 study they are looking at, there's definitely an advantage to one competitor-which one comes out on top? Listen along to learn more about laser therapy for neck pain, learn how the PT results compared, and get your questions answered regarding treatment for neck arthritis pain. We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Study mentioned in this episode:Comparison of high intensity laser therapy and combination of ultrasound treatment and transcutaneous nerve stimulation in patients with cervical spondylosis: a randomized controlled trial.Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.  Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast  YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light 

What the heck are back mice? No, we're not talking about little rodents in your back but rather an abnormality also called episacral lipomas. Join Dr. Rountree, chiropractor and founder of the Laser Therapy Institute and Kristi, a certified Laser Therapy technician as they discuss what back mice are and how they contribute to low back pain.  We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Study mentioned in this episode:The Best-Laid Plans of "Back Mice" and Men: A Case Report and Literature Review of Episacroiliac LipomaVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.  Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast  YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light 

Failed back surgery syndrome pertains to patients who experience numbness or pain following surgery and who are dissatisfied with their results. Is surgery always a simple and perfect solution for back pain? Learn what the research says about patient satisfaction and surgical after-effects! We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Study mentioned in this episode:Prevalence, characteristics, and burden of failed back surgery syndrome: the influence of various residual symptoms on patient satisfaction and quality of life as assessed by a nationwide Internet survey in JapanVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.  Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast  YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light 

Mitochondrial decline due to aging causes visual decline to begin around the age of 40, and by age 70, approximately 30% of your retinal rods have died and the cones have significantly reduced function. Can light therapy, or photobiomodulation, be used to recharge the mitochondria and thus reduce or even reverse age-related visual decline? Join Dr. Rountree and Kristi as they discuss a 2020 study on light therapy and visual decline. We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Study mentioned in this episode:Optically Improved Mitochondrial Function Redeems Aged Human Visual DeclineVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.  Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast  YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light 

Photobiomodulation (laser therapy) has been shown to promote healing and improve quality of life for various oral conditions: Burning mouth syndrome, oral lichen planus, oral mucositis, dry mouth, extraction pain and swelling,  and even orthodontic tooth movement. Join Dr. Rountree and Kristi as they discuss what these conditions look like and how research is showing how laser therapy can help these conditions. We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Study mentioned in this episode:Photobiomodulation dose parameters in dentistry: a systematic review and meta-analysisVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.  Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast  YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light 

Oftentimes low back pain is treated with inappropriate medications, surgery, and other risky interventions. However, medical guidelines say that conservative care should be the first option tried. Join Dr. Rountree and Kristi as they discuss low back pain studies, laser therapy for low back pain, and why surgery should be avoided for some patients.We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks right here! Studies mentioned in this episode:Photo biomodulation therapy for chronic low back pain: time to move on.Photo biomodulation therapy is not better than placebo in patients with chronic nonspecific low back pain: a randomized placebo-controlled trial.YouTube ChannelLaser Therapy Institute - for PatientsVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.  Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

Medication management of opioid use disorders tends to have problems like relapse and dropout, but light therapy may provide a new way to treat the brain imbalances that promote addictive and destructive behavior. In this 2021 study, photobiomodulation used on only one side of the brain, with or without buprenorphine, was found to be superior to sham in reducing opioid cravings. This same research group also produced the study we covered in episode 33. We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks right here! Study mentioned in this episode:An effective and safe novel treatment of opioid use disorder: unilateral transcranial photobiomodulationYouTube ChannelLaser Therapy Institute - for PatientsVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

In this episode, Dr. Rountree reviews a 2012 meta-analysis of multiple studies regarding laser therapy treatment for joint pain. Joint pain significantly affects the older population and takes on many forms including arthritis. Laser therapy has been shown to be a good alternative to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for elderly patients, as laser therapy has no known side effects.Study mentioned in this episode:Meta-analysis of pain relief effects by laser irradiation on joint areasStudy mentioned in this episode:Photobiomodulation of the dorsal root ganglion for treatment of low back pain: a pilot studyVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

Nerve blocks are a common method to treat low back pain, particularly chronic low back pain.  Can photobiomodulation therapy have results equal to RF or lidocaine nerve blocks? In this summary of a 2016 study on lidocaine injections vs radio frequency nerve blocks vs laser nerve blocks, results showed that laser nerve blocks had better long-term results.Study mentioned in this episode:Photobiomodulation of the dorsal root ganglion for treatment of low back pain: a pilot studyVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

Oral Lichen Planus is a painful inflammatory condition that affects the mucous membranes of the mouth resulting in white or red patchy spots that can be swollen and painful. Oral lichen planus is typically treated with topical corticosteroids, but the medication comes with a few side-effects including secondary fungal or yeast infection, excessive dryness, and possible scarring. This study showed that laser therapy is just as effective as corticosteroids in reducing pain and eliminating the lesions without the side-effects.Study mentioned in this episode:Photobiomodulation therapy vs. corticosteroid for the management of erosive/ulcerative and painful oral lich planus. Assessment of success rates during one-years follow-up: a retrospective study. Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

32% of acute back pain cases go on to develop long-lasting pain. Using the wrong treatment for acute low back pain can increase the risk of developing chronic low back pain. What can be done to reduce that transfer rate from acute to chronic low back pain? Are there other risk factors contributing to the development of chronic low back pain? A brand new study gives us answers to these questions. Study mentioned in this episode: Risk factors associated with transition from acute to chronic low back pain in United States patients seeking primary care. Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

Can laser therapy help tendon injuries? In a study done in September of 2020, researchers tested the effect of high intensity laser therapy with exercise vs exercise alone on tendon tears in 12 horses, using a standardized lesion model. Listen along to hear the results of the study and what the possibilities are for tendon and ligament tears in humans, such as Achilles tendon tears. Study mentioned in this episode:High-power Laser Therapy Improves Healing of the Equine Suspensory Branch in a Standardized Lesion ModelVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

About 50% of the veteran community suffers from chronic pain which puts them at higher risk of drug and alcohol abuse, opioid addiction and overdose, suicide ideation, and suicide attempts. Can laser therapy and other conservative care options lower these? In a massive 2019 study of hundreds of thousands of veterans, when non-drug therapies, including laser therapy, were used to manage chronic pain for veterans and army service members, patients were found to be at much lower risk of new addiction and suicide issues, thus improving their quality of life. Study mentioned in this episode:Nonpharmacological Treatment of Army Service Members with Chronic Pain Associated with Fewer Adverse Outcomes After Transition to the Veterans Health Administration.Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast 

Dr. Rountree explains a new study from August 2021 in which they tested the effectiveness of laser therapy with wound dressing vs only wound dressing for chronic wound healing. Chronic wounds include: chronic ulcers, post-operative infections, diabetic foot ulcers, bed sores, severe burns, venous leg ulcers, and traumatic wounds. Is it possible that laser therapy can help expedite the healing process of chronic wounds? Study mentioned in this episode:Clinical effects of high-intensity laser therapy on patients with chronic refractory wounds: a randomized controlled trialVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

Dr. Rountree breaks down a 2012 study on the effects full-body light therapy on sleep, production of melatonin, and performance for athletes. He also goes over the potential full-body light therapy has, and the pros and cons of the study that was conducted.  Study mentioned in this episode:Red light and the Sleep Quality and Endurance Performance of Chinese Female Basketball Players.Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

How can laser therapy improve the quality of life for cerebral palsy patients? Dr. Rountree summarizes a new study on cerebral palsy patients with jaw muscle spasticity problems. Non-invasive laser may have a positive effect toward improving their quality of life by improving muscle force levels and mouth opening ability. Study mentioned in this episode:·       Evaluation of Low-Level Laser in the Treatment of Masticatory Muscle Spasticity in Children with Cerebral PalsyVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

Near infrared LEDs and lasers used on the head have been shown to have positive effects in dementia patients by decreasing inflammation in the brain and promoting synaptogenesis and neurogenesis: creation of new synapses and neurons in the brain. Light therapy, or photobiomodulation, also improved quality of life for dementia patients by promoting longer, peaceful sleep, improved memory recall and improved visual motor coordination.  Study mentioned in this episode:Transcranial Near Infrared Light Stimulations Improve Cognition in Patients with DementiaVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

A new study concludes that photobiomodulation therapy, properly done, does NOT work for chronic, non-specific low back pain. Dr. Rountree brings you highlights from this well-designed trial to show that the researchers did not apply proper dosing as claimed. Could the research conclusion be misleading? Study mentioned in this episode:Photobiomodulation therapy does not decrease pain and disability in people with non-specific low back pain: a systematic review.Photobiomodulation therapy is not better than placebo in patients with chronic non-specific low back pain: a randomized placebo-controlled trial.Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

Major Depressive Disorder is typically treated by anti-depressants and with psychotherapy, but there are challenges with these treatments including relapse and side-effects. The study reviewed in this podcast looks at trans-cranial laser therapy, from childhood through elderliness, by simulating how dosage and wavelengths affect trans-cranial photobiomodulation, for treatment of various neuropsychiatric disorders such as MDD, addiction, anxiety, and more. Study mentioned in this episode:Transcranial photobiomodulation with near-infrared light from childhood to elderliness: simulation of dosimetry. Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast

Laser therapy affects tissue repair on a cellular level through photo-chemical effects. Dr. Rountree explains what that means as well as how that cellular repair affects patient healing and pain relief. He also describes how different medical fields can make use of light therapy's cellular repair capabilities to better patient care, from dentistry to traumatology.Mentioned in this episode:Photobiomodulation in Cells' RepairLaser Therapy Fuels the Powerhouse of Your Cells Visit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast