Plantar Fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain, affecting many. You likely have patients struggling with this painful issue. If you use a Class 4 laser for your patients you may wonder what settings work best. Listen to this episode as Dr. Rountree, DC, CMLSO discusses this new 2024 study on high power vs. higher power laser for plantar fasciitis. Read the full study discussed in this episode -- Photobiomodulation Therapy Plus Usual Care Is Better than Usual Care Alone for Plantar Fasciitis: A...
May 06, 2024•19 min•Ep. 119
In this episode, Dr. Rountree discusses a newly released study detailing photobiomodulation and various brain disorders. Read the full study discussed in this episode -- Transcranial photobiomodulation for brain diseases: review of animal and human studies including mechanisms and emerging trends YouTube Channel View the many other episodes and videos available here Laser Therapy Institute Further Resources: Success with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Checklist Infographic Check out these FREE Pr...
Apr 22, 2024•29 min•Ep. 118
Plantar fasciitis can be tough to treat but can be even more difficult when a calcaneal spur is present. In this double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, laser therapy showed some great benefits. Listen in as we summarize the study and give you takeaways to help your patients! We are now live-streaming each recording on YouTube! Watch the recording of this episode. (Be sure to catch our Healing at the Speed of Light Podcasts on YouTube !) YouTube Channel View the many other episodes and videos av...
Sep 04, 2023•31 min•Ep. 117
Are you trying to sort through all the research and information about lasers? Let us help! In this episode, we go over the results of more than 170 studies about the cellular and tissue effects of different wavelengths. Learn what the research is showing for visible and infrared wavelengths so you can decide for yourself which lasers fit your practice, in a plain-language way that makes sense! We do a live broadcast of the LTI Podcast every other week on Facebook. Watch this episode here . (Be s...
Jul 10, 2023•36 min•Ep. 116
Laser therapy has been proven to help with diabetic neuropathy pain, but could lasers stimulate damage reversal? Join us as we review the research on neurovascular function in diabetic neuropathy. Read the full research study mentioned in this episode. We do a live broadcast of the LTI Podcast every other week on Facebook. Watch this episode here . (Be sure to also catch our Healing at the Speed of Light Podcast on Facebook!) YouTube Channel Laser Therapy Institute Further Resources: Success wit...
Jun 26, 2023•31 min•Ep. 115
Do you use, or want to use, laser therapy to treat patients with carpal tunnel syndrome? How can you be sure your dose parameters and technique are correct? Join us to hear what recent research is showing for LLLT and HILT doses for effective treatment! Read the full study here . We do a live broadcast of the LTI Podcast every other week on Facebook. Watch this episode here . (Be sure to also catch our Healing at the Speed of Light Podcast on Facebook!) YouTube Channel Laser Therapy Institute Fu...
May 22, 2023•19 min•Ep. 114
It is increasingly understood that laser therapy (photobiomodulation) can produce great results in treating various conditions, but how important is the way the laser is used? Dr. Rountree shares research to find the best ways to use your PBM device for your patient's health! Read the complete study mentioned in this podcast. We do a live broadcast of the LTI Podcast every other week on Facebook. Watch this episode here . (Be sure to also catch our Healing at the Speed of Light Podcast on Facebo...
May 08, 2023•28 min•Ep. 113
Are you caught up in all the laser sales lingo and wondering which way is up? What is the difference between Class 4 lasers and superpulsed Class 3? Does high peak power mean better penetration? Listen now to find out what the science says in this episode. Read the complete study mentioned in this podcast. We do a live broadcast of the LTI Podcast every other week on Facebook. Watch this episode here . (Be sure to also catch our Healing at the Speed of Light Podcast on Facebook!) YouTube Channel...
Apr 17, 2023•28 min•Ep. 112
Dr. Rountree is joined today by former Harvard professor and world-renowned clinical researcher Dr. Robert Wolfe to discuss nutritional adjuncts to healing and pain relief. 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...
Mar 27, 2023•34 min•Ep. 111
In this episode, Dr. Agnieska Cluchey shares research and protocols for caring for sprains using laser therapy. This is an excerpt from a recent webinar Sports Medicine With Laser Therapy . Access the link to watch the full webinar which includes more research and information regarding mild traumatic brain injury and overuse syndrome. Dr. Cluchey is the owner of a Laser Therapy clinic in Illinois and a member of the Laser Therapy Institute. We do a live broadcast of the LTI Podcast every other w...
Mar 06, 2023•11 min•Ep. 110
What's going on with this "new" laser wavelength of 1064nm? Find out how this wavelength compares to more traditional PBM wavelengths like 830nm, as well as the reasons to use 1064nm in this research review! "There are a few reasons for utilizing a 1064 nm laser. First, the absorption of water at 1064 nm is relatively weak, lower than that at 950-1000 nm and comparable to that at 900 nm (see the following figure). Second, light at this wavelength can penetrate deeper in tissue than other wavelen...
Feb 13, 2023•38 min•Ep. 109
Listen in as Dr. Rountree discusses new research that shows that near-infrared light therapy might improve anxiety, mood, energy, daily routine, sleep, and cognition while reducing the burden on caregivers. Access the full study here . We do a live broadcast of the LTI Podcast every other week on Facebook. Watch this episode here . (Be sure to catch our Healing at the Speed of Light Podcast on Facebook as well!) YouTube Channel Laser Therapy Institute Further Resources: Success with Laser Therap...
Jan 16, 2023•25 min•Ep. 108
Laser therapy research shows that photobiomodulation "is able to rapidly induce photothermic and photochemical effects in the deep tissue, thus stimulating collagen production, increasing blood flow and cellular metabolism, and removing painful stimuli." Learn more about this research and how laser therapy compares with TENS in this episode of the LTI Podcast. Read the full study here . We do a live broadcast of the LTI Podcast every other week on Facebook. Watch this episode here . (Be sure to ...
Dec 27, 2022•33 min•Ep. 107
Listen to this episode of the LTI Podcast as Dr. Rountree discusses a 2022 review article focused on how light works to improve tendon healing! Download the review The Functions and Mechanisms of Low-Level Laser Therapy in Tendon Repair (Review) We do a live broadcast of the LTI Podcast every other week on Facebook. Watch this episode here . (Be sure to catch our Healing at the Speed of Light Podcast on Facebook as well!) YouTube Channel Laser Therapy Institute Further Resources: Success with La...
Dec 12, 2022•27 min•Ep. 106
There is a lot of debate regarding the penetration of light through tissues, how it works, and whether it is even necessary for the effects of photobiomodulation. In today's LTI Podcast, Dr. Rountree discusses some technical details from two studies to bring to light some answers to the debate about the factors of light penetration. The studies mentioned in this episode: Near-infrared photonic energy penetration: can infrared phototherapy effectively reach the human brain? Effect of wavelength a...
Nov 28, 2022•29 min•Ep. 105
Listen in as Dr. Rountree shares more about the exam, testing, diagnosis, and treatment of "back mice" in the clinical setting. We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch the next episode LIVE in two weeks on Facebook! The study mentioned in this episode: The Best-Laid Plans of "Back Mice" and Men: A Case Report and Literature Review of Episacroiliac Lipoma YouTube Channel Laser Therapy Institute Further Resources: Success with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Checklist Infographic Check out ...
Nov 14, 2022•24 min•Ep. 104
This podcast is an excerpt from a one-hour webinar packed full of information you need to know if you want to be successful with peripheral neuropathy patients. Dr. Rountree covers: What is neuropathy? Why does it happen? How can laser therapy help? How do I start helping neuropathy patients in my practice? What kind of practice growth can I expect? Watch the full webinar . YouTube Channel Laser Therapy Institute Further Resources: Success with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Checklist Infographic...
Oct 31, 2022•20 min•Ep. 103
New research on chemo-induced neuropathy PREVENTION shows promising results for patients undergoing cancer treatment. Learn what the researchers found and how it can impact your practice! The study mentioned in this episode: The use of photobiomodulation therapy for the prevention of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy: a randomized, placebo-controlled pilot trial (NEUROLASER trial) RSVP for the Live Webinar (October 27, 2022 -- 1 pm Mountain Time) YouTube Channel Laser Therapy Institute ...
Oct 18, 2022•18 min•Ep. 102
Do you want to use light and laser therapy to help your patients with neurodegenerative symptoms? Dr. Rountree discusses research-based strategies to utilize photobiomodulation with this growing patient population. Mentioned in this episode: Improvements in clinical signs of Parkinson’s disease using photobiomodulation: a prospective proof-of-concept study Vielight YouTube Channel Laser Therapy Institute Further Resources: Success with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Checklist Infographic Check ou...
Oct 04, 2022•25 min•Ep. 101
Listen in as Dr. Rountree discusses brand-new research comparing laser and LED effects, along with 800nm vs 1064nm wavelengths, testing for light-induced cellular metabolism improvements, and what it all means to the clinician. The study mentioned in this episode: Photobiomodulation at Different Wavelengths Boosts Mitochondrial Redox Metabolism and Hemoglobin Oxygenation: Lasers vs. Light-Emitting Diodes In Vivo YouTube Channel Laser Therapy Institute Further Resources: Success with Laser Therap...
Sep 19, 2022•24 min•Ep. 100
Some research has indicated that PBM could be applied to the blood and platelets during the preparation of the PRP solution in order to increase the regenerative functions. Join us to hear a research summary and learn how some doctors are using their lasers to "activate" PRP prior to injection. Dr. Rountree also goes over what a 3-step protocol might look like. For related information check out Light-activated PRP YouTube Channel Laser Therapy Institute Further Resources: Success with Laser Ther...
Aug 29, 2022•24 min•Ep. 99
Cells in the body, particularly the neurons, produce biophotons as a byproduct of their metabolism. But do these biophotons have a purpose? Join Dr. Rountree and Jay as they discuss neurological processes, and how biophotons are produced by neuron synapses, and what purpose that they may serve. We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch the next episode LIVE in two weeks on Facebook! Studies mentioned in this episode The code of light: do neurons generate light to communicate and repair? Y...
Jul 25, 2022•26 min•Ep. 98
To effectively and efficiently deliver laser therapy to your patients, you not only need proper training, but you also need the proper equipment! LTI hosted this webinar to help you understand PBM devices better and know which type will best fit your clinical goals. Don't fall for sales talking points! Dr. Rountree explains parameters and terms such as: Power Irradiance Frequency LED vs. Laser Class 3 vs. Class 4 Attended vs. unattended treatments and much more! Watch the full webinar for more i...
Jul 07, 2022•16 min•Ep. 97
Join Dr. Rountree and Dr. Jason Pang as they talk about the use of PBM in dentistry and how it is helpful in healing wounds, cold sores, TMJ, Bell's Palsy, Burning Mouth, and more. Dr. Pang is a dentist and PMB practitioner in Neutral Bay, near Sydney, Australia. Dr. Pang completed his degree in Biomedical Science in 1994 from the University of Technology, Sydney, and then completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery at the University of Sydney in 2002. He performs laser dentistry as well as PBM at ...
May 24, 2022•26 min•Ep. 96
In this episode, Dr. Rountree and Dr. Hamblin discuss why photobiomodulation is not yet a mainstream medical treatment. They also discuss Dr. Hamblin's recent editorial, Digital Transformation of Photobiomodulation Therapy: A Step Forward to Become Mainstream? Further Resources: Success with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Checklist Infographic Check out these FREE Provider Resources Read about laser research on the LTI Blog Learn more about what we offer on the LTI website Find out how you can Cu...
May 11, 2022•28 min•Ep. 95
Today's episode contains key excerpts from three previous podcasts to cover why now is the time to implement laser therapy, how to ensure clinical and financial success, and how LTI can help. REVIEW: Why You Should Implement Laser Now Building a Laser Therapy Practice Running a Successful Laser Therapy Practice If you want to learn more about the latest healthcare practices, check out more healthcare training . Further Resources: Success with Laser Therapy Flowchart & Checklist Infographic C...
Apr 27, 2022•47 min•Ep. 94
Research through the years demonstrates the need for proper dosing for laser therapy to be an effective solution for chronic pain instead of cortisone, pain medications, and surgery. Today's episode contains excerpts from four previous recordings centered around arthritis pain. Knee arthritis Rheumatoid arthritis Juvenile inflammatory arthritis Inflammatory mechanisms Laser dosing Osteoarthritis of the hands Laser therapy parameters Listen to the full episode for each referenced in today's episo...
Apr 11, 2022•29 min•Ep. 93
Knowing how to properly apply photobiomodulation is critical to get the results your patients need. Various irradiances of near infrared light have been shown to be beneficial for the treatment of neuropathic pain. Today Dr. Rountree and Kristi discuss a study on the mechanistic basis for beneficial outcomes regarding laser therapy by near infrared light on neuropathic pain. Follow along as they discuss why a combination of high irradiance and low irradiance treatments can be used to not only bl...
Mar 28, 2022•27 min•Ep. 92
A 2020 review on light therapy mechanisms with neurodegenerative disease is the focus of Dr. Rountree and Kristi’s discussion today. Together they review what neurodegeneration is, what light and laser treatment looks like for neurodegeneration diseases, and the cellular mechanisms and the therapeutic effects we expect to see in relation to these mechanisms. Follow along for information on how and why laser therapy works. Dr. Rountree also has a few cautions and information for light and laser t...
Mar 14, 2022•38 min•Ep. 91
A study from January of 2021 regarding subacromial impingement syndrome shows the effectiveness of laser therapy with exercise therapy vs. exercise therapy with a placebo in reducing pain, improving quality of life, and increasing muscle strength. Dr. Rountree and Kristi discuss the details and how this study impacts you as a clinician. We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here . See the next episode LIVE in two weeks! Studies mentioned in this episode ...
Feb 14, 2022•28 min•Ep. 90
