A LIGHT IN THE DARK
Laser Therapy Offers Pain Sufferers Hope
In light of the tragic opioid crisis in this country, it’s easy for those living with pain to feel trapped. Painkillers’ hazardous side effects and extremely addictive qualities are well-documented, but for many people with acute or chronic injuries, these pills have also been the only option. While physical therapy can help you overcome such pain, not everyone is mobile enough to do the necessary exercises. But the relatively new practice of deep tissue laser therapy has opened a world of possibilities for those in need. HEALS AND SOOTHES We’ve mentioned in past editions that our Class IV Lightforce laser has proven extremely effective at speeding the healing process of a wide variety of muscle injuries. This is done by the photons from the laser’s light “exciting” the mitochondria within your cells, speeding your body’s natural healing process. A fortunate side effect of this is that your body’s natural pain blockers are also triggered as part of this process, leading to fast, medication-free pain relief on site.
tissue laser therapy report lasting pain relief after a few sessions. And unlike opioid-based treatments, this relief came without harmful side effects or the risk of chemical addictions. AN ALTERNATIVE OR AN AID While laser therapy has proven to be a viable, noninvasive alternative to traditional pain-management approaches, it can also play a supporting role. In the case of severe injuries, laser therapy can be paired along with pain medication, speeding the healing process and reducing the dosage you may need to feel relief. It can also heal and soothe immobile patients to the point where physical therapy becomes a viable option. Here at Cornerstone Physical Therapy & Wellness Center, we know every patient’s needs are unique. That’s why we are so excited to offer this cutting-edge treatment. It provides new avenues of care so that our clinical professionals can help you find your route to relief. If you’re living with pain or know someone who is, give us a call and see if deep tissue laser therapy is right for you.
RELIEF THAT LASTS While the specific length of time varies by patient, many who have received deep
HOMEMADE MARSHMALLOWS
As we enter the height of s’mores season, consider upgrading those store-bought marshmallows to homemade ones. For a colorful treat, you can easily add food coloring to this recipe.
INGREDIENTS
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3 packages unflavored gelatin 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup light corn syrup
Powdered sugar, to coat
DIRECTIONS
1. In a mixing bowl, combine gelatin and 1/2 cup cold water. Let sit while you make the syrup. 2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, syrup, salt, and 1/2 cup water until the sugar dissolves. 3. Raise heat to high and bring syrup up to 240 F, using a candy thermometer to check for temperature. 4. With an electric whisk on low speed, slowly whisk syrup into gelatin mixture. Switch speed to high and whip for 15 minutes, until very thick. Fold in vanilla after whipping. 5. Dust a nonmetal baking dish with powdered sugar and spoon mixture into dish. Smooth mixture, top with more powdered sugar, and let stand uncovered overnight. 6. Cut into squares, decorate, and serve.
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