High Power Laser Therapy At Lumena Clinic
Advanced laser therapy alongside osteopathic treatment at Lumena Osteopathy Clinic
At Lumena Osteopathy Clinic in Milton Keynes, we offer High Power Laser Therapy as part of our approach to helping patients with musculoskeletal pain, inflammation, soft tissue injuries and recovery.
Laser therapy may be used alongside osteopathic treatment when we believe it is appropriate for your condition and may support your recovery.
Rather than treating symptoms in isolation, our osteopaths assess the way your body is functioning as a whole. Where appropriate, laser therapy can then be incorporated into your individual treatment plan alongside hands-on osteopathic techniques, rehabilitation advice and exercise.
What is high power laser therapy?
High‑power laser therapy uses targeted light energy to penetrate deep into the tissues. This energy is absorbed by the cells, where it stimulates the mitochondria to produce more ATP – the fuel your cells need to repair and regenerate. In simple terms, it helps your body heal itself faster.
The therapy is completely painless, non‑invasive, and has no known side effects when used correctly. Most patients notice improvement after just a few sessions.
How does it work?
When therapeutic laser light reaches the tissues, the energy can be absorbed by cellular structures and may influence a number of physiological processes.
Laser therapy may help to:
- support normal cellular activity and tissue repair
- improve local circulation
- support recovery following soft tissue injury
- reduce inflammatory processes
- reduce local swelling
- influence pain signalling
- reduce muscular tension
- support tendon and ligament recovery
- assist rehabilitation following musculoskeletal injury
The aim is not simply to temporarily mask discomfort, but to support the body’s normal recovery processes while we address the mechanical and functional factors contributing to the problem.
What conditions can laser therapy help with?
Laser therapy is versatile and can be used to support recovery from many musculoskeletal and neurological conditions, including:
Pain and injuries
- Back and neck pain
- Sciatica
- Shoulder pain and rotator cuff injuries
- Tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow
- Knee pain and meniscus injuries
- Ankle sprains and Achilles tendinopathy
- Plantar fasciitis and heel pain
Joint and nerve conditions
- Osteoarthritis and joint degeneration
- Bursitis and tendonitis
- Neuralgia (nerve pain)
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Trigeminal neuralgia
- Intercostal neuralgia
Other conditions
- Muscle strains and ligament sprains
- Bruising and soft tissue swelling
- Post surgical recovery
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Scar tissue and wound healing
What to expect during a laser session
Your first session will begin with a consultation to assess your condition and determine whether laser therapy is right for you.
During the treatment, a small handheld device will be placed over the affected area. You will feel a gentle warmth, but no pain. Each session typically lasts between 5 and 15 minutes, depending on the condition being treated.
Most patients notice improvement after 3 to 6 sessions, though this may vary depending on the severity and duration of your symptoms.
Why choose laser therapy?
Non invasive – no needles, no surgery
Painless and comfortable
No side effects
Drug free pain relief
Safe for most patients
Can be used alongside osteopathy and other treatments
Laser therapy and osteopathy – why we use it
At Lumena Clinic, we believe in treating the whole person – not just the symptoms. Laser therapy fits perfectly into this approach. It allows us to support your body’s own healing mechanisms while continuing to address the underlying causes of your pain through hands‑on osteopathic care.
We do not use laser therapy in isolation. Your osteopath will first assess your symptoms, movement, and relevant areas of the body. Treatment may then include a combination of osteopathic manual therapy, soft tissue techniques, joint mobilisation, rehabilitation exercises, and laser therapy – chosen individually for your condition.
Does it hurt?
High‑power laser therapy is generally comfortable and non‑invasive. There are no needles, no injections, and no medication involved. Many patients experience little sensation other than mild warmth during treatment. The intensity and treatment parameters are adjusted according to the area being treated and your individual presentation.
How many sessions will I need?
There is no universal number. For some recent injuries only a small number of sessions may be appropriate. Longstanding tendon or joint problems may require treatment over a longer period.
Following your initial assessment, we will discuss what we believe is contributing to your symptoms, whether laser therapy is appropriate, what treatment options are available, and what you can do between appointments.
What happens during laser treatment?
Laser therapy is straightforward and non-invasive.
After assessing the area, your osteopath positions the laser applicator over the tissues being treated.
The applicator is moved over the treatment area while carefully selected treatment parameters are used.
Depending on the treatment method and area being treated, you may notice a gentle warming sensation.
Treatment itself usually only takes a relatively short part of your appointment and can therefore be incorporated into your osteopathic session where appropriate.
Protective eyewear is used during treatment.