Cold Laser Therapy Where is this being used? The cold laser device has gained recent FDA approval for the non-surgical treatment of neck and shoulder complaints and is being used widely in the NFL and by the USPS tour de France team chiropractor. The beneficial effects of the cold laser are currently being researched by leading plastic surgeons for use in liposuction procedures. How does it work? When the body has an injury the cells are damaged and fail to function within normal parameters. Low level lasers penetrate deeply into the skin and work by restoring this abnormal cellular function. Physiologic effects include improved metabolism, circulation and tissue healing. Laser therapy may be useful to you if you have any of the following: o tendonitis o frozen shoulder o fractures o post-operative wounds o sprain-strains o scar tissue o autoimmune diseases o chronic or acute pain o wound healing o arthritis o migraines o disc herniations o minor nerve damage o carpal tunnel syndrome o heavy metal detoxification