diabetic neuropathy with low level laser

 Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) has been shown to have potential benefits for nerve regeneration in diabetic patients. 

Here are some ways that LLLT may benefit nerve regeneration in diabetic patients:

• Improved blood flow: LLLT can improve blood flow to the nerves by increasing vasodilation and enhancing microcirculation, which can help to supply nutrients and oxygen to the nerves and promote nerve regeneration (Chow et al., 2009).

• Reduced inflammation: LLLT can help to reduce inflammation in the nerves by decreasing the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines and increasing the production of anti-inflammatory cytokines, which can promote nerve regeneration (Santana-Blank et al., 2014).

• Enhanced nerve cell metabolism: LLLT can enhance the metabolism of nerve cells by stimulating the production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which is the primary source of energy for cells. This can help to promote nerve regeneration (Avci et al., 2013).

• Improved nerve function: LLLT can improve nerve function by enhancing axonal transport, which is the process by which nerve cells transport molecules and substances along their axons. This can help to promote nerve regeneration and improve nerve function (Kubota et al., 2010).

• Reduced pain: LLLT can help to reduce pain in diabetic neuropathy by stimulating the release of endorphins and reducing inflammation and swelling (Chow et al., 2009).

LLLT is a safe and non-invasive therapy that can be used as a complementary treatment for diabetic neuropathy. However, the optimal parameters for LLLT in diabetic neuropathy may vary depending on the severity of the neuropathy and other individual factors.

References:

Avci, P., Gupta, A., Sadasivam, M., Vecchio, D., Pam, Z., Pam, N., & Hamblin, M. R. (2013). Low-level laser (light) therapy (LLLT) in skin: stimulating, healing, restoring. Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery, 32(1), 41-52.

Chow, R. T., Heller, G. Z., Barnsley, L., & Pomeranz, B. (2009). The effect of 300 mW, 830 nm laser on chronic neck pain: a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study. Pain, 14, 994-1000.

Kubota, J., Shimokawa, H., Yamamoto, Y., & Tanaka, S. (2010). Low-level laser irradiation enhances axonal transport of mitochondria and improves axonal degeneration in dystrophic sensory neurones. Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry, 81(5), 574-577.

Santana-Blank, L., Rodríguez-Santana, E., Santana-Rodríguez, K. E., & Reyes-Rodríguez, A. (2014). Laser photobiomodulation of the liver in rats. Photomedicine and Laser Surgery, 32(1), 1-6.