Low Light Laser Therapy in Okotoks

Most patients feel absolutely nothing during the actual laser delivery. The devices are completely non-thermal, meaning you won't feel any heat. You'll feel gentle pressure of the array pad or probe against your skin, but that's it. Many Okotoks patients find the treatment so relaxing they fall asleep!

For acute injuries: Many patients notice improvement after just 2-3 treatments. You might feel reduced pain, improved range of motion, or less swelling.

For chronic conditions: It typically takes 6-10 sessions before you notice significant change. Each treatment builds on the previous one, creating progressive improvement that becomes more stable over time.

We monitor your progress closely. If we're not seeing expected improvement by the 4-5 session mark, we'll reassess and adjust our approach.

Laser therapy is not covered under Alberta's provincial health insurance (AHCIP), but most extended health insurance plans do cover it, typically under physiotherapy or chiropractic categories. We direct bill to most major Alberta insurance providers. Our front desk team can check your specific coverage before your first appointment.

Absolutely - that's our preferred approach at Big Rock. Laser therapy works well with chiropractic adjustments, physiotherapy, massage therapy, and acupuncture. You can continue taking prescribed medications while receiving laser therapy. Many patients find successful laser therapy allows them to reduce medication use over time under their physician's supervision.

For acute injuries treated promptly, results are often permanent. For chronic conditions like arthritis, we're managing an ongoing condition. The improvements can be quite stable - many patients with chronic conditions experience significant improvement that lasts for months or even years, returning for occasional "tune-up" treatments every 3-6 months to maintain their progress.

Consumer devices typically output 5-50mW. Our professional BioFlex system outputs 3000mW total - often 60-100 times more powerful, meaning deeper tissue penetration and more significant therapeutic effect. Our system delivers precise wavelengths proven therapeutic in research, treats a much larger area simultaneously, and allows complete customization. Most importantly, we've been trained in evidence-based protocols for specific conditions.

Yes! Low light laser therapy is completely safe for children of all ages. At Big Rock, we've successfully treated children for sports injuries, growing pains, musculoskeletal issues like Osgood-Schlatter disease, post-surgical recovery, and inflammatory conditions. Dr. Madison Baile, our pediatric specialist, is particularly skilled at working with younger patients.