Mitochondria are structures inside cells that produce energy. They convert food into a form of energy that the cell can use. Mitochondria are essential for all cells, but they are especially vital for muscle cells because muscles need a lot of energy to work. Laser therapy works by stimulating mitochondria with light, causing the mitochondria to produce more energy. The extra energy can help to improve muscle function and alleviate tissue recovery.

Energy Source for Cells

We all have trillions of Mitochondria, and they are the source of all life energy – sort of like the battery packs for cells to live and thrive. High-functioning mitochondria impact good health, alleviating symptoms such as muscle pain, tissue damage, brain fog, poor digestion, or hormonal imbalances.

How Laser Therapy Benefits Mitochondria

Laser therapy penetrates the skin and is absorbed by mitochondrial chromophores (molecules that absorb light). The photons of light interact with electrons in these chromophores, exciting them and causing them to release energy in the form of ATP.

Lasers increase the mitochondrial production of ATP without increasing the production of free radicals. Anything that increases the production of ATP energy will speed healing and improve symptoms. Lasers also help to repair and regenerate damaged mitochondria.

What Is ATP?

ATP is the primary energy molecule used by cells. It’s sometimes called the “molecular unit of currency” because it pays for most cellular processes. When ATP is broken down, it releases energy that the cell can use to work.

The body constantly uses and breaks down ATP, so it must be continually produced. Most of the ATP in the body is produced by mitochondria.

Infrared Laser Treatment

An infrared laser can reach mitochondria in cells, stimulating increased mitochondrial activity critical for healing any damaged tissue. This stimulation increases the energy required for all regeneration functions, such as collagen synthesis, wound healing, and immune system response.

Furthermore, infrared wavelengths promote tissue microcirculation and overall improved immunological function. The overall result is profound and includes:

• pain relief
• elimination of trigger points inside muscles
• speedy healing of chronically inflamed and injured soft tissues, such as ligaments, tendons, muscles, fascia, bone, cartilage, vasculature, nerves, and lymphatics

Dr. Buck employs an infrared laser that includes four wavelengths of light known to affect specific targets in soft tissue. He concentrates his efforts on the mitochondria, which are highly stimulated by infrared laser exposure. Dr. Buck’s laser can penetrate up to 10-12cm into the body, allowing us to reach the crucial areas of the head and neck that we treat.

Schedule an Appointment

Learn more about treating your chronic pain with infrared laser treatment by meeting with Dr. Buck for a consultation. Make an appointment today by calling us at (425) 409-2291.