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Class IV laser therapy for deeper tissue repair and pain relief
A Class IV laser is a high-power therapeutic laser used for photobiomodulation (PBM). Under FDA laser-safety rules, Class IV devices output more than 500 milliwatts. That extra power lets near-infrared light (typically ~800–1064 nm) reach several centimeters into muscle, tendon, ligament, and joint tissue — deeper than lower-power “cold” or Class III lasers.
About class iv laser therapy
Light is absorbed by mitochondria (especially cytochrome c oxidase). That increases ATP production, improves local circulation, and modulates inflammation. Patients usually feel gentle warmth, not pain. Both patient and clinician wear protective eyewear.
A clinician moves a handheld applicator over the treatment area, either on the skin or just above it, for about 5–10 minutes per region. Sessions are often 2–3 times per week as part of a broader plan that may include rehab, manual therapy, or other modalities. Common targets include back and neck pain, arthritis, tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis, sports injuries, neuropathy, and post-surgical swelling.
Benefits include temporary pain relief and reduced muscle spasm, lower inflammation, better local blood flow, and support for tissue repair. Evidence is strongest as an add-on for musculoskeletal pain and function, not as a standalone cure. Results vary; many people notice change over a short series of visits rather than after one session.
What your care looks like
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Assessment
We identify the exact tissue causing your symptoms and confirm laser therapy is appropriate.
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Treatment
A clinician moves a handheld applicator over the area for about 5–10 minutes; most patients feel only gentle warmth.
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Protection
Both patient and clinician wear protective eyewear throughout the session.
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Plan
Sessions are typically 2–3 times per week as part of a broader rehab or manual therapy plan.
Common questions
- Is Class IV laser therapy safe?
- Yes. Class IV laser devices are FDA-cleared and used under laser-safety rules. We provide protective eyewear and adjust power and time for your condition and skin type.
- How many sessions will I need?
- Many patients notice change over a short series of visits. Acute issues may improve in a few sessions; chronic conditions often need a longer course as part of a broader plan.
- Does it hurt?
- No. Most patients feel a gentle warmth or no sensation at all.
Start class iv laser therapy in New Jersey
New patients are welcome at our Springfield and Newark Ironbound clinics, with or without a referral.