Photonic
Stimulator Therapy
Decreased
blood flow through an injury site can result in slower healing.
Dr. DeSalvo uses the revolutionary Photonic Stimulator, which
emits infrared photons that harmlessly penetrate the skin and
soft tissue to promote blood flow. The result is that your injuries
will heal faster, and you will feel better more quickly.
For
effective treatment of a wide variety of chronic musculo-skeletal
conditions including Myo-fascial Pain, Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
(CRPS), Restless Leg Syndrome, Radiculopathy, etc.
Thermographic
Image of a patient with severe neck and upper back pain, indicated
by the red areas and asymmetrical patterns.
After one treatment with the Photonic Stimulator, patient's structure
is improved and pain significantly reduced.
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Photon Therapy Q & A
1. WILL I FEEL ANYTHING?
Most people feel no sensations other than the movement of air
from the small fan used to cool the emitter. They also feel the
vibration from the motor. The doctor orders the intensity of the
lamp and sometimes there is the sensation of warmth. There are
NO electric shocks or burning sensations.
2.
ARE THERE ANY CONTRAINDICATIONS?
As with any form of therapy (ultrasound, electric muscle stimulation,
etc.) therapy is not applied over: cancer, infection, pregnant
uterus, eyes or tumors. People with these problems can be treated
with photo therapy at other sites on their body.
3.
IS THERE ANY DANGER FROM RADIATION OR LASER BURNS?
Photon therapy does not emit any ionizing radiation whatsoever.
Additionally, there are no lasers. Photon therapy uses a specific
infrared band of light that is focused with ordinary lenses, the
same way microscopes focus rays of light.
4.
WHAT DOES PHOTON THERAPY DO TO ME?
Photon therapy acts in four general ways: Localized muscle relaxers,
localized anti-inflammatory, localized pain reliever and to help
injured nerves heal. Because there are no drugs used, the doctor
is able to target specific areas that are to be treated and there
are no "all over the body" effects. Sometimes the patient
does feel more relaxed all over because their symptoms have changed.
They are, however, able to operate their automobile in a safe
and responsible way.
5.
WHAT CONDITIONS ARE TREATED WITH PHOTODYNAMIC THERAPY?
Most disorders of the nervous system have responded well. These
conditions include but are not limited to: Diabetic neuritis,
peripheral neuropathy, complex regional pain syndrome, pain disorders,
RSD, etc. Many disorders of the muscles have also been successfully
treated: Whiplash, trigger points, muscle spasm, myositis, and
fibromyalgia. Others successes have been met with patients suffereing
from Failed Back Surgery, TMJ dysfunctions, joint pains, and injuries
from sports, automobile accidents and work injuries.
6.
CAN PHOTODYNAMIC THERAPY BE USED ON CHILDREN AND SENIOR CITIZENS?
Yes! Because there is no painful experience, children welcome
the treatment. The intensity of pain can be rapidly decreased,
making it much easier for the doctor to conduct an examination.
If a senior citizen suffers from osteoporosis or takes extensive
medications, photon therapy will work in harmony.
7.
HOW CAN YOU TELL THAT I AM GETTING ANY BENEFIT FROM THE TREATMENT?
The doctor performs an examination prior to treatment and again
when photon therapy is finished. There must be a measure of improvement.
High-resolution thermal imaging examination must be performed
in complex neurologic conditions and establish the specific dosage
requirements for the patient. The majority of patients feel somewhat
better after the first treatment.
8.
HOW MANY TREATMENTS DO I NEED?
Each patient and each diagnosis require a different quantity of
care. A usual trial of treatment is four sessions to document
sustained improvement. If this cannot be accomplished, treatment
should be terminated.
9.
CAN ANYONE GIVE PHOTON TREATMENTS?
No. Only trained, licensed health care practitioners are permitted
to apply photon therapy. It is required that proper chart notes,
treatment plan and protocol are followed.
