Laser therapy devices – devices review

Biostimulation laser therapy is an area of physiotherapy that effectively helps treat a wide range of conditions. There are many devices on the market dedicated to laser therapy treatments. Read what to look out for when choosing one.

The article contains:

1. More about laser therapy
2. What to pay attention to while searching for an adequate laser therapy device
3. Comparison of laser therapy devices

Laser therapy – a physiotherapy method

Due to its wide range of effects, laser therapy is used in many areas of physiotherapy. These include:

• sports medicine
• orthopedics
• rheumatology
• neurology
• dermatology
• laryngology,

However, it is also worth keeping in mind the contraindications for laser therapy. Ceck what are the indications and contraindications for the therapy: ARTICLE

Laser therapy units – check out what to look out for

1. Cooperable applicators

Choose one of the dedicated applicators to perform the treatment. Before choosing a unit, it is worth checking which applicators it works with. Available options:

• Laser probes
• scanning applicator
• cluster laser applicator

2. Preset programs

Nowadays, the devices offer many modern conveniences that make the work of physiotherapists easier. Among such features are built-in programs and sequences that the user can use.

3. Ergonomics

The design of the device seems to be an aspect of little significance, depending on taste. However, the refined design, large display, or transparent keyboard layout add significantly to the convenience of use.

4. Battery

If we plan on doing non-remote work we can choose a device both equipped in the battery or a mains supply mains supply. However, in the case of remote work, a definite choice should be made for a device with a battery unit. Some of the units already have a built-in battery unit, for others, such an accessory might be acquired additionally.

5. Treatment channels

A crucial element is the number of treatment channels. In devices with more than one channel, one can carry out more independent treatments simultaneously. This is a major improvement, and a real reduction in treatment time.

6. Additional information

Additional features include an in-built encyclopaedia of treatment methods, statistics on treatments carried out and an automatic treatment time calculation system. When choosing a laser therapy device, it is worth considering which elements are important to you and should be included in your chosen equipment.

Comparison of laser therapy devices 

For the comparison of biostimulation laser therapy devices, devices such as the following were selected: PhysioGo 400/401C and  PhysioGo.Lite Laser.