We are equipped with common physical therapy modalities as well as state-of-the-art instruments to restore your physical function and speed your path to recovery.
We provide:
Class IV Laser; High Intensity Laser Therapy (HILT)
How It Works
When your physician recommends a laser therapy in Matthews, North Carolina, like Class IV laser therapy, you will experience immediate pain relief, accelerated healing, and reduced inflammation.
The Power of Class IV Laser Therapy
Class IV laser therapy uses infrared electromagnetic energy. It is extremely safe, and patients often feel a mild warming sensation. When the laser is placed against your skin, photons penetrate several centimeters and are absorbed by the mitochondria (the energy-producing part of a cell).
The Importance Of Cell Regeneration
Healing is only possible with the regeneration of cellular energy. Research shows that tissues targeted by High Power Laser Therapy increase production of a cellular enzyme critical for ATP production (the energy currency in cells). This is the photo-chemical effect of High Power Laser Therapy.
Biological Effects
Accelerated Tissue Repair And Cell Growth
Exposure to laser light speeds up the repair of cartilage, bone, tendons, ligaments, and muscle cells.
Reduced Fibrous Tissue Formation
Reducing scar tissue is crucial because it is less elastic, has poorer circulation, is more pain-sensitive, weaker, and more prone to re-injury.
Anti-Inflammation
Laser therapy reduces inflammation caused by biomechanical stress, trauma, overuse, or systemic conditions.
Analgesia
Laser therapy suppresses nerve signals that transmit pain to the brain.
Improved Vascular Activity
Laser light significantly increases the formation of new capillaries in damaged tissue.
Increased Metabolic Activity
Laser therapy boosts the production of specific enzymes.
Improved Nerve Function
Laser therapy accelerates nerve cell regeneration.
Stimulates Trigger Points and Acupuncture Points
Laser therapy stimulates muscle trigger points, restoring muscle tone and balance.
Your Questions Answered
Class IV laser therapy is extremely safe, typically causing only a mild warming sensation. Safety glasses and precautions are in place before therapy starts. Hundreds of scientific studies support its reliability and effectiveness. Since there is no ionizing radiation, the risk of cancer is minimized.
Class IV laser therapy is nearly five times faster than Class III or cold laser therapy, with results often felt within minutes. For maximum recovery, it is suggested to have treatments two to three times per week for four to six weeks, depending on the severity of the condition. Many patients report positive results after the first visit, though individual experiences may vary.
Common Physical Therapy Tools
- Ultrasound – ultrasound therapy utilizes sound waves at particular frequencies to reduce inflammation and flush out the involved tissues by increasing circulation as well as by the direct impact of the sound waves. The treatment is painless, and the patient will notice a warming of the treated structures.
- Electrical Stimulation or Interferential Current (IFC) – Interferential Current utilizes electrical impulses to break the vicious cycles of pain and/or spasm messages that the nervous system perpetuates in response to particular injuries. The treatment is comfortable and will feel like “tingling.” The result is pain relief and decreased muscle spasms.
- Cryotherapy
- Kinesiology Taping
Learn about our Types of Care.
Why Modalities/Physical Therapy Tools Matter
Modalities and physical therapy tools play a vital role in enhancing the overall effectiveness of chiropractic care. These tools are designed to complement manual adjustments by targeting inflammation, reducing pain, and accelerating tissue repair at the cellular level. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or seeking to improve mobility, the use of physical therapy modalities can support long-term healing. We combine hands-on techniques with advanced therapeutic technology to maximize recovery, restore function, and help you return to the activities you love—faster and more efficiently.Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What conditions can Class IV laser therapy treat?
Is ultrasound therapy safe, and does it hurt?
How often should I receive laser therapy?
What is electrical stimulation used for?
Will insurance cover physical therapy modalities?
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