The class IV laser is a type of medical treatment that uses a high-powered beam of light to target damaged tissue. Class IV lasers are often used to treat conditions like shingles, which is a viral infection that causes a painful rash. While there is no cure for shingles, the laser can help to speed up the healing process and provide relief from pain.
In one study, patients who received class IV laser treatment reported significantly less pain than those who did not receive treatment. The laser may also help to reduce the risk of complications from shingles, such as postherpetic neuralgia (PHN), which is a condition that can cause chronic pain. While more research is needed to confirm the effectiveness of class IV lasers in treating shingles, the available evidence suggests that it may be an effective treatment option for patients who are looking for relief from this painful condition.
Call to see how Parkland Laser Pain Center can help!
*Disclaimer: Although welcome for treatment, these patients are excluded from offers:
1) MEDICARE, MEDICAID, TRICARE, and other government healthcare program participants and 2) personal injury and worker's compensation claimants.
