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Class IV laser therapy in Jacksonville, FL is a form of photobiomodulation: a clinician moves a higher-power therapeutic laser over the painful area to deliver light energy into soft tissue. East Coast Injury Clinic offers Class IV laser therapy at both of our Jacksonville clinics, Southside / Deerwood and North Jacksonville, as a self-pay add-on to injury rehabilitation for soft-tissue pain and inflammation. Research support is modest, mainly for neck pain and tendinopathy, and individual results vary.
Laser is not a stand-alone cure. It is used alongside active care such as physical therapy, exercise and chiropractic care, where the main work of recovery happens.
Class IV laser therapy at a glance
- Class IV laser therapy is offered at both East Coast Injury Clinic locations: Southside / Deerwood and North Jacksonville.
- Class IV lasers deliver more power than Class IIIb lasers, which are often called low-level or cold lasers.
- Everyone in the treatment room wears laser safety eyewear during a session.
- Laser sessions are delivered by our shockwave and laser therapy team under the supervision of a chiropractic physician.
- Laser therapy at East Coast Injury Clinic is self-pay and is not billed to insurance.
- Research support for photobiomodulation is modest, mainly for neck pain and tendinopathy.
How laser light therapy works
Photobiomodulation (PBM) is the use of red and near-infrared light to affect tissue at the cellular level. The idea is that light energy absorbed by cells may help modulate pain and inflammation. It is not the same as a surgical laser, and it does not cut or burn tissue.
Class IV versus Class IIIb (cold) laser
Therapeutic lasers are grouped by power. Class IIIb lasers, often called low-level or cold lasers, deliver less power. Class IV lasers, such as the Aspen Ascent, deliver more power, which lets the clinician treat a larger area in a session. Because the light is stronger, eye protection is required for everyone in the room.
Who laser therapy may help
We may suggest laser as an add-on when soft-tissue pain is part of your injury, for example:
- neck pain and muscle strain after a car crash
- tendon pain (tendinopathy), such as in the shoulder, elbow or Achilles
- soft-tissue strains and sprains that are slow to settle
The honest summary of the evidence is that it is modest. Studies suggest some people with neck pain or tendinopathy may notice less pain, and results are mixed for other problems. We would rather tell you that up front than promise results.
For deeper tendon problems, shockwave therapy may be discussed instead of, or alongside, laser. Your clinician can explain the difference. We also offer EMTT (extracorporeal magnetotransduction therapy), which uses a magnetic field rather than light.
What a laser session is like
- Screening. We review your health history and medicines, and confirm the area to treat.
- Eye protection. You and the clinician put on laser safety eyewear.
- Treatment. The clinician moves the handpiece over the skin. Many people feel gentle warmth. Tell the clinician right away if it feels too hot, and the settings can be adjusted.
- Back to active care. Laser is usually scheduled around your physical therapy or chiropractic visit.
Your clinician will suggest how many sessions make sense for your situation and will reassess as you go.
When laser therapy may not be appropriate
Before your first session, your provider will review your health history and screen for things that may rule laser therapy out or call for extra care. These may include pregnancy, a known or suspected cancer, an active infection or skin problem in the treatment area, and medicines or conditions that make your skin more sensitive to light. The laser is never aimed at the eyes, and everyone in the room wears laser safety eyewear. Your provider will decide whether laser therapy is appropriate for you.
Paying for laser therapy
Laser therapy is self-pay at East Coast Injury Clinic. It is not billed to PIP, workers’ compensation, OWCP, Longshore or health insurance. Our front desk explains costs before you book, so you can decide whether to add it to your plan.
The rest of your injury care is handled differently. Most injury care at East Coast Injury Clinic is covered through one of four paths: auto insurance PIP after a car accident, a personal injury attorney’s Letter of Protection, state workers’ compensation for a work injury, or federal workers’ compensation (OWCP or Longshore) if you are a federal or maritime employee. We also see patients under Medicare, Tricare, VA Community Care, and a limited number of private plans. Our front desk verifies coverage before your first visit and explains exactly what is and is not covered for your specific case, so there are no surprises. Call 904-513-3954 or visit eastcoastinjury.com to start.
Frequently Asked Questions
Class IV laser therapy is a form of photobiomodulation that uses a higher-power therapeutic laser to deliver light energy into soft tissue. At East Coast Injury Clinic, we offer it at both of our Jacksonville clinics as an add-on to injury rehabilitation.
Both are therapeutic lasers. Class IIIb lasers, often called low-level or cold lasers, deliver less power. Class IV lasers deliver more power, so a larger area can be treated in a session, and eye protection is required for everyone in the room.
Most people do not find it painful. Many feel gentle warmth. Tell the clinician right away if it feels too hot, and the settings can be adjusted.
Research support is modest, mainly for neck pain and tendinopathy. We may suggest laser as an add-on for soft-tissue pain after an injury, alongside physical therapy and exercise. Individual results vary.
When used with proper eye protection and screening, laser therapy is generally well tolerated. Before treatment, your provider will screen for things such as pregnancy, cancer or infection in the treatment area, and light-sensitizing medicines. The laser is never aimed at the eyes.
No. Laser therapy is self-pay at East Coast Injury Clinic and is not billed to PIP, workers’ compensation, OWCP, Longshore or health insurance. Our front desk explains costs before you book.
Yes. Laser is usually scheduled alongside physical therapy or chiropractic care, and shockwave therapy may be discussed for some tendon problems. Your clinician will explain what fits your plan.
Ask about laser therapy
Call (904) 513-3954 or contact us online. If you are already in care with us, ask your provider whether laser fits your plan. Class IV laser therapy is offered at both clinics, and our front desk will explain costs before you book.
We see patients at two Jacksonville clinics. Both clinics are in Duval County and are open Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM.
- Southside / Deerwood: 10550 Deerwood Park Blvd, Suite 609, Jacksonville, FL 32256. In the Deerwood Park office area near J. Turner Butler Blvd (JTB), I-295 and Southside Blvd, a short drive from the St. Johns Town Center area. Convenient for Southside, Deerwood, Baymeadows, Arlington, Mandarin, San Jose and the Beaches.
- North Jacksonville: 13453 N Main St, Suite 302, Jacksonville, FL 32218. On N Main St north of I-295, convenient for the Northside, Oceanway and the JAX airport area.
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The information provided on this page is for general educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. It does not constitute a diagnosis, treatment recommendation, or substitute for consultation with a qualified healthcare provider. Individual results vary. East Coast Injury Clinic’s services may not be appropriate for every condition or patient. Please consult a licensed healthcare professional to determine whether these services are right for your specific situation. Information provided about insurance, PIP, workers’ compensation, OWCP, or Longshore coverage is general and is not legal advice. For legal questions related to a claim, consult a licensed attorney.
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East Coast Injury Clinic: Serving Jacksonville and Duval County
Two Jacksonville clinics, one injury team: Southside at 10550 Deerwood Park Blvd, Suite 609, and North Jacksonville at 13453 N Main St, Suite 302.