High Power
Laser Therapy
What Is High Power Laser Therapy?
High Power Laser Therapy (HPLT) is a non-invasive treatment that uses specific wavelengths of therapeutic light to deliver energy into body tissues.
The word LASER stands for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation.
In physiotherapy, therapeutic laser may be used as part of the management of muscle, tendon, joint and other musculoskeletal conditions.
Depending on the condition and treatment goals, High Power Laser Therapy may help support:
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Pain management
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Reduction of inflammation
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Local circulation
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Tissue recovery
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Musculoskeletal rehabilitation
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Return to normal movement and activity
At our Castle Hill and Chatswood physiotherapy clinics, laser therapy is used following an individual assessment to determine whether it is appropriate for your condition.
What Conditions Can High Power Laser Therapy Help?
Our physiotherapists in Castle Hill and Chatswood may consider High Power Laser Therapy as part of the management of selected conditions such as:
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Osteoarthritis
Laser therapy may be incorporated into physiotherapy management for joint pain and stiffness associated with knee, hip or ankle osteoarthritis, alongside appropriate strengthening and mobility exercises.
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Shoulder Pain
High Power Laser Therapy may be considered for selected shoulder conditions, including rotator cuff-related shoulder pain, shoulder impingement symptoms and bursitis.
Treatment may also include strengthening, mobility exercises and manual therapy.
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Lower Back Pain
For some patients with lower back pain, laser therapy may be used as part of a broader physiotherapy treatment plan.
Your physiotherapist will assess your movement, strength and symptoms to determine the most appropriate management strategy.
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Sciatica
Sciatica can cause pain that travels from the lower back or buttock into the leg.
Treatment depends on the underlying cause. High Power Laser Therapy may be considered as an adjunct to physiotherapy for selected patients alongside exercise, education and movement-based rehabilitation.
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Tendinopathy
Persistent tendon problems can affect the shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, ankle and foot.
Laser therapy may be incorporated into a rehabilitation program alongside progressive tendon strengthening and load management.
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Tennis Elbow
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylalgia) commonly causes pain around the outside of the elbow during gripping and lifting activities.
High Power Laser Therapy may be considered alongside strengthening exercises, activity modification and other physiotherapy treatments.
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Plantar Fasciitis / Plantar Heel Pain
Persistent plantar heel pain can make walking, standing and exercise uncomfortable.
Depending on your presentation, your physiotherapist may combine High Power Laser Therapy with stretching, strengthening and load-management strategies.
High Power Laser Therapy Combined With Physiotherapy
At Hills Physio Care in Castle Hill and Chatswood Physio Care, High Power Laser Therapy may form one part of an individual physiotherapy treatment plan.
Depending on your condition, your physiotherapist may combine laser therapy with:
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Manual therapy
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Strengthening exercises
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Stretching and mobility exercises
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Exercise rehabilitation
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Load management
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Biomechanical assessment
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Education and self-management strategies
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Shockwave Therapy when clinically appropriate
Our goal is not simply to treat the painful area, but to help improve movement, strength, function and long-term recovery.
What Does High Power Laser Therapy Feel Like?
High Power Laser Therapy is non-invasive and does not involve needles or injections.
During treatment, the laser applicator is moved over or positioned around the treatment area. Patients may experience a gentle warming sensation depending on the treatment settings and area being treated.
Treatment intensity and duration are selected by your physiotherapist according to your condition and individual treatment plan.
Class IV Deep Tissue Laser Therapy
Our clinics use Class IV High Power Laser Therapy, which allows therapeutic laser energy to be delivered efficiently to targeted musculoskeletal tissues.
The appropriate laser power, treatment dose and application technique are selected according to the patient's condition, treatment area and clinical presentation.
Our physiotherapists determine whether High Power Laser Therapy is appropriate following an individual assessment.
High Power Laser Therapy in Chatswood – Chatswood Physio Care
Looking for High Power Laser Therapy in Chatswood?
At Chatswood Physio Care, our physiotherapists provide High Power Laser Therapy alongside personalised physiotherapy and exercise rehabilitation.
Laser therapy may be considered for selected patients experiencing back pain, shoulder pain, joint pain, tendon injuries, tennis elbow or plantar heel pain.
Following an assessment, your Chatswood physiotherapist can recommend an appropriate treatment and rehabilitation plan based on your individual needs.