Bio-Structural Integration™: Low Light Laser Therapy at Osteoklinika

LLLT for Shoulder Pain

Bio-Structural Integration™ is a unique, trademarked pain rehabilitation process at Osteoklinika. Over 15 years ago we discovered that therapy centered on only one system simply does not work! Why? The body functions as a unit. When we get injured the central nervous system may be affected, the joints will develop misalignment, the muscles will be in spasm, connective tissue and fascia become tight, the inflammatory process sets in, even internal organs can be affected. Every cell in our body works synergistically together to maintain homeostasis.

When one system is disturbed the other cannot function properly. In our method of Bio-Structural Integration™ we address the dysfunction at every level.

Within one treatment Cranial Osteopathy is used to release central nervous system lesions. After that Osteopathic Structural Adjustments are used to correct the joints, followed by Myofascial Release of connective tissue. 

Neuromuscular Massage is implemented to reduce muscular tension, and Electrotherapy helps to interrupt the pain cycle.

LLLT for Neck Pain

All of the above is done within a one-hour treatment. After the structure is realigned, we recommend BioFlex Low Light Laser Therapy to deal with inflammation. Now the healing is stimulated at the cellular level. This session may take 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on the condition being treated. Elimination of inflammatory process assists in structural stabilization of the joints.

The program of rehabilitation is a  5 -week process and provides consistently over 90% of success in bringing back a pain-free life. If you have tried every possible known therapy and still have pain, you should never give up! During many years of my practice I developed protocols for numerous difficult-to-treat conditions. 

This blog will help you to understand Low Light Laser Therapy LLLT, (formerly referred to as Low Intensity Laser Therapy or LILT), one of the therapies used in our Bio-Structural Integration™ process.

Low Light Laser Therapy

Laser Therapy, also called Low Light Laser Therapy or Cold Laser, is the use of red and near infrared light and laser light to treat musculoskeletal injuries, chronic and degenerative conditions and to heal wounds. The light source is placed in contact with the skin at the injury site, allowing the light energy (photons) to penetrate the tissue, where it interacts with various molecules resulting in the restoration of normal cellular function.

LLLT for wrist and hand

LLLT for Back Pain

Laser photons normalize the cellular activity by activating various enzymes. Photons have no effect on normal functioning cells – they only have positive effects on those that need help. Laser therapy heals the condition at the root of the problem, rather than merely addressing the symptoms.

The Technology

LLLT for Plantar Fasciitis

Laser Therapy was discovered in the 1960s by the Hungarian scientist Endre Mester. The European medical profession soon embraced this technology, producing many scientific documents detailing how lasers help cells to heal injuries and eliminate pain.

As part of our Bio-Structural Integration™ therapy, at Osteoklinika we use the BioFlex Low Light Laser Therapy system by Meditech, the most advanced and sophisticated laser system on the global market today. Meditech is the only manufacturer of low intensity laser therapy devices.

Laser Therapy is an accepted modality by Health Canada and the BioFlex system has a Medical Device License, meaning Health Canada has approved it for the treatment of soft tissue injuries.

Common Conditions Treated With Laser Therapy

Degenerative Conditions

·        Osteoarthritis

·        Spinal Stenosis

·        Chondromalacia patella

Repetitive Stress Injuries

·        Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

·        Rotator Cuff Injuries

·        Tendonitis

·        TMJ dysfunction

Sports Injuries or Accidents

·        Ligament, Tendon and Muscle tears

·        Contusions and Hematomas

·        Fractures

·        Bulging and Herniated Discs

Dermatological

·        Reducing Scar Tissue

·        Spider Veins

·        Rosacia

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·        Ezcema

·        Psoriasis

·        Shingles

Inflammatory

·        Tendonitis

·        Myositis

·        Bursitis

·        Plantar Fasciitis

·        Rheumatoid Arthritis

Wound Healing

·        Dermal Ulcers (diabetic, contact, traumatic)

·        Burns

Other

·        Fibromyalgia

·       Gout

·        Lymphedema

How Do You Get Started?

"Something Good Is About To Happen". 

At Osteoklinika our goal is not only to relieve pain but to treat pathological changes that occur in the tissues of the body that led to discomfort, inflammation and restricted range of motion. This approach addresses many musculoskeletal conditions down to the cellular level, therefore speeding up recovery. Our objective is to find the source of the problem, correct it and allow the body to return to a normal physiological balance and this can occur at any age and it is not too late to turn it around! www.osteoklinika.com or join my Facebook Page!

 - Andrew Subieta, M.Sc. R.M.T. C.L.T., Director and Owner of Osteoklinika.

Bio-Structural Integration™: Why Should I Choose An Osteopathic Manual Practitioner?

What is Osteopathy?

Traditional Osteopathy, as presented by the Canadian College of Osteopathy, is defined as:

 “A natural medicine which aims to restore function in the body by treating the causes of pain and imbalance. To achieve this goal the Osteopathic Manual Practitioner relies on the quality and finesse of his/her palpation and works with the position, mobility and quality of the tissues.”

Natural Medicine is a term used to convey the idea that with an osteopathic treatment, nothing is added (medications or remedies) or subtracted (surgery) from the body. Instead, the osteopathic philosophy embraces the notion that the body is naturally able to heal itself. The practitioner of Traditional Osteopathy works with the body to enhance this natural ability to self-regulate and self-heal.


Difference between Osteopaths and Chiropractors: 

Palpation (sometimes referred to as listening) is a diagnostic skill that the Osteopath uses to feel or sense the state of the tissues or systems being examined. This encompasses the many sensory aspects of touch, such as the ability to detect moisture, texture, temperature differential and subtle motion. 

This ability to detect almost imperceptible motion provides the Osteopathic Manual Practitioner with the capability of perceiving the inherent motion present in all living organisms. This palpatory ability is not a gift — rather it is a trained skill that takes years to develop.

Osteopathic Manual Practitioners palpate by a gently yet intentionally touching the tissues or systems under examination. With experience Osteopathic Manual Practitioners learn to palpate not just superficially but also very deeply within the body. This sensory information is received through touch receptors on the fingertips and palms and through the proprioceptors (motion and position sensors) embedded deep in the joints of the hands, wrists, arms, and even in the shoulders.

The ability to detect minute modifications in the quality of the tissues is the assessment skill that allows the Osteopathic Manual Practitioners to help prioritize a patient's course of treatment. These tissue qualities include congestion, dehydration, scarring, stiffness, density or loss of resilience, as well as motility that is an infinitesimal movement inherent to all living tissues. It is this sensing of the quality of the tissue, in combination with the position, mobility and vitality of the tissues, that allows the Osteopathic Manual Practitioners to determine the tissues or systems that need immediate attention.

The major difference between an Osteopath and a Chiropractor is that while the Chiropractor is primarily focused on the spine and joints (and the muscles to a point); an Osteopath is also concerned with the rest of the body.  He or she might treat patients with respiratory problems, digestive problems or any other number of problems that might not seemingly be related to the spine or joints.

The main point to remember is that, no matter which professional gets chosen, excellent care will be provided from both Osteopaths and Chiropractors and it is a good idea to try both and make your own decision!

For more information, Andrew Subieta and the clinic staff can be reached at Osteoklinika Pain Management & Rehabilitation 905.660.8810.

Also, please check our website www.osteoklinika.com for more information about Bio-Structural Integration™, or our Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter pages.