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The Neuropathy & Healing Center

Beyond neuropathy

Other Conditions We Treat With Class IV Laser

Neuropathy is what most patients come to us for, but it is not the only thing the laser is used for. Here is where else it helps.
A clinician treating a patient’s foot with the Class IV laser

Class IV Laser Therapy, known clinically as photobiomodulation, is not only for neuropathy. The same FDA-cleared Summus Horizon laser we use for nerve symptoms is used throughout the week on wounds that are slow to close, on stubborn heel pain, and on patients recovering from surgery.

The mechanism does not change from one condition to the next. Specific wavelengths of light reach the tissue, cells increase their energy production, circulation to the area improves, and inflammation settles. What changes is where we point it and how we plan the course of treatment.

What we treat

Conditions We See Most Often

Wounds That Are Slow to Heal

Diabetic ulcers, surgical sites that have been slow to close, and other chronic wounds. Laser therapy is used to support circulation and tissue repair at the wound margin. We work alongside your wound-care provider rather than in place of them.

Plantar Fasciitis

That first-step-in-the-morning heel pain. Treatment targets the inflamed fascia along the base of the foot, with the aim of settling inflammation so walking and standing become comfortable again.

Post-Surgical Recovery

Used after an operation to support tissue repair and help manage swelling and discomfort around the surgical site. Timing depends entirely on your surgeon’s guidance, so bring their instructions with you.

Soft-Tissue and Joint Pain

Tendon, ligament and joint pain, including knees, shoulders and the lower back. Often used alongside hands-on care rather than on its own.

This is not an exhaustive list. If you are dealing with something that is not named here, call us and ask. We would rather tell you honestly that laser is not the right tool than have you book a visit that was never going to help.

One patient's wound

Before and After a Course of Laser

The same wound, photographed before laser therapy began and again after a course of treatment.

A patient’s limb with an open, slow-healing wound, photographed before laser therapy began
Before
The same area after a course of laser therapy, with the wound closed and the skin healed over
After

This is one patient’s wound and one course of treatment. Healing depends on the wound, on your circulation and on your general health, so what happened here is not a promise of what would happen for you.

Why it suits so many conditions

The Same Treatment, Pointed Somewhere Else

  • Non-invasive: no needles, no incisions, nothing to recover from
  • No downtime, so you can carry on with your day straight afterwards
  • Most patients describe a gentle warmth and nothing more
  • Can be combined with hands-on therapies in the same visit

In their own words

The Same Laser, for Different Reasons

Shelli came to us with plantar fasciitis rather than nerve symptoms. Tara came with neuropathy in her foot. Both were treated with the same Class IV laser. Press play to hear how each describes it.

Shelli: Walking Again After Only Four Weeks

Fascia explained to her like Velcro, and a team she calls kind and helpful.

Tara: I’ve Had Much Success

No pain any more, and the numbness down to almost nothing.

Not sure if we can help?

Ask Us Before You Book

Tell us what you are dealing with and we will tell you honestly whether Class IV Laser Therapy is likely to be a fit.

No Drugs No Injections No Surgery

We believe everyone deserves access to real relief. Flexible financing options, including Affirm and CareCredit, are available to make treatment affordable.

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The Neuropathy & Healing Center1 St. Johns Medical Park Drive, Suite 2
St. Augustine, FL 32086
(904) 217-0542

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