62 new LLLT papers

62 new LLLT abstracts for you from October and November. Of course I have to start with the Lancet review of laser for neck pain. You can watch an interview with the primary author Roberta Chow and listen to an interview I recorded back in September:

In the literature watch there are studies on myofascial pain, lymphedema, plantar fasciitis, oral mucositis, psoriasis and more.

As usual, these papers show how important dose and dose-rate-effects are. If you are unsure what W/cm2 means and how many you need, then perhaps it is time you came on our "3 x 3 knowledge matrix" training course..

Roundup of the decade

Wow, what a decade it has been for LLLT. In the last ten years over 1,000 papers have been published that build on the work of the early pioneers. Highlights of this decade include: FDA clearance, publication in high impact factor journals such as Nature, Pain, PNAS, Spine, Muscle and Nerve, Stroke, Blood and, of course, The Lancet. Output from world renowned institutions including Harvard Medical School, NASA and the US Navy add further reassurance. Jan Bjordal should get a special mention for his "exemplary" systematic reviews that show the importance of treatment location and dose. Too many people are worthy of a special mention to fit into this newsletter so I shall continue this theme on my blog where you can join in with the discussion.

Looking forward to the next decade

What is the future of LLLT and what are the challenges ahead? Visit the discussion and join in.

Pain THOR Pain treatment system for medical professionals.

Equine athlete treatment system for vets and trainers.

Smoking cessation lasers, and training.

Small animal treatment system for vets

With over 20 papers published a month in LLLT there is always something going on.