--- title: Podiatry Blog | Chrissy Laughlin description: "Therapeutic laser applications for podiatric medicine to treat conditions such as: Plantar Fasciitis, nerve damage, diabetic neuropathy and more." --- [![Cutting Edge Laser Technologies Logo](https://blog.celasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CuttingEdge_September2018/Images/logo.png?width=200&name=logo.png "Cutting Edge Laser Technologies Logo")](https://celasers.com/) # Podiatry Blog ## Chrissy Laughlin ### Recent Posts ## [[Webinar] Why Laser Therapy is the Next Generation of Pain Management in Podiatry](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/why-laser-therapy-is-the-next-generation-of-pain-management-in-podiatry) Posted by [Chrissy Laughlin](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/author/chrissy-laughlin) on 6/28/18 9:45 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.celasers.com/hubfs/Blog%20Image%20Assets/Why%20LT%20is%20Next%20Gen%20in%20Pain%20mgmn%20Video%20Thumb.jpg) ](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/why-laser-therapy-is-the-next-generation-of-pain-management-in-podiatry) Great resource for Podiatrists who are interested in learning about new solutions for pain management. Learn how to leverage technology to provide patients with new solutions for common pain causes Wednesday,  February 14th @ 12:00 PM ET **Featured Speaker**: **Dr. Annette Joyce, D.P.M. ** [Read More](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/why-laser-therapy-is-the-next-generation-of-pain-management-in-podiatry) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/why-laser-therapy-is-the-next-generation-of-pain-management-in-podiatry#comments-listing) Topics: [Podiatry](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/podiatry), [Plantar Fasciitis](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/plantar-fasciitis), [Neuropathy](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/neuropathy), [Reduced Pain](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/reduced-pain), [Neuromas](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/neuromas), [Heel Pain](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/heel-pain), [Chronic Pain](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/chronic-pain) ## [Top 5 Applications for Laser Therapy in Podiatry](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/top-5-applications-for-laser-therapy-in-podiatry) Posted by [Chrissy Laughlin](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/author/chrissy-laughlin) on 3/16/17 9:30 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.celasers.com/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Design%20Elements/Slide03.jpg) ](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/top-5-applications-for-laser-therapy-in-podiatry) Presented by Stephen J. Kominsky, DPM, FACFAS, Clinical Professor, Department of Surgery at George Washington University Medical Center.  Learn how laser therapy can treat pathologies that do not respond well to traditional modalities [Read More](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/top-5-applications-for-laser-therapy-in-podiatry) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/top-5-applications-for-laser-therapy-in-podiatry#comments-listing) Topics: [Class IV Laser](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/class-iv-laser), [Podiatry](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/podiatry), [Laser Therapy for Podiatry](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/laser-therapy-for-podiatry), [Plantar Fasciitis](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/plantar-fasciitis), [Clinical Benefits of Laser Therapy](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/clinical-benefits-of-laser-therapy), [Achilles Tendinitis](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/achilles-tendinitis), [Tendon and Ligament Injuries](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/tendon-and-ligament-injuries), [Neuromas](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/neuromas), [Post-Op Pain & Scarring](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/post-op-pain-scarring), [Sesamoiditis](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/sesamoiditis), [Arthritic Conditions](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/arthritic-conditions), [Heel Pain](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/heel-pain) ## [Laser Therapy Basics for Podiatrists](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/laser-therapy-basics-for-podiatrists) Posted by [Chrissy Laughlin](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/author/chrissy-laughlin) on 2/15/17 8:01 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.celasers.com/hubfs/MED/Images/Laser%20Images/Mphi5/In%20use%20images/Mphi5_Use_Charlie%20Head_Foot_Closeup.jpg) ](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/laser-therapy-basics-for-podiatrists) # Laser Therapy Basics for Podiatrists Laser therapy uses light to accelerate the body's natural healing process. The laser beam is moved over the skin so that the light energy (photons) penetrates the tissue where it interacts with various molecules (chromophores) that cause different biological effects.  [Read More](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/laser-therapy-basics-for-podiatrists) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/laser-therapy-basics-for-podiatrists#comments-listing) Topics: [Class IV Laser](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/class-iv-laser), [Ligament and Tendon Injuries](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/ligament-and-tendon-injuries), [MLS Laser Therapy](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/mls-laser-therapy), [Anti-Inflammatory](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/anti-inflammatory), [Laser Therapy for Podiatry](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/laser-therapy-for-podiatry), [Photochemical Effect](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/photochemical-effect), [Photothermal Effect](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/photothermal-effect), [Photomechanical Effect](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/photomechanical-effect), [Degenerative Joint Conditions](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/degenerative-joint-conditions), [HILT](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/hilt), [Laser Therapy](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/laser-therapy), [Wound Healing](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/wound-healing), [High Intensity Laser Therapy](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/high-intensity-laser-therapy) ## [Clinical Benefits of MLS Laser Therapy](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/clinical-benefits-of-mls-laser-therapy) Posted by [Chrissy Laughlin](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/author/chrissy-laughlin) on 2/14/17 1:15 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.celasers.com/hubfs/MED/Images/Laser%20Images/M6/In%20Use%20Images/M6_Use_Wide_Ankle.jpg) ](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/clinical-benefits-of-mls-laser-therapy) ## Clinical Benefits of MLS Laser Therapy:  MLS® Laser Therapy helps resolve numerous pathologies of the skeletal and muscular systems, such as periarthritis, epicondylitis, lumbago, dorsalgia, and cervicalgia, and also where an intense bio stimulation effect is necessary, such as in the case of superficial injuries. [Read More](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/clinical-benefits-of-mls-laser-therapy) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/clinical-benefits-of-mls-laser-therapy#comments-listing) Topics: [Therapeutic Laser](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/therapeutic-laser), [Ligament and Tendon Injuries](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/ligament-and-tendon-injuries), [MLS Laser Therapy](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/mls-laser-therapy), [Diabetes](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/diabetes), [Clinical Benefits of Laser Therapy](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/clinical-benefits-of-laser-therapy), [High Intensity Laser Therapy](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/high-intensity-laser-therapy), [Muscle Strains](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/muscle-strains) ## [Therapy Laser Classification](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/therapy-laser-classification) Posted by [Chrissy Laughlin](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/author/chrissy-laughlin) on 2/14/17 1:10 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.celasers.com/hubfs/Blog%20Image%20Assets/Podiatry%20Mgmnt_Geldwert_thumb.png) ](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/therapy-laser-classification) ### Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) Class 3B These lasers use very low power, are limited to surface bio stimulation, and often require many treatment sessions and long treatment times.  Results are only achieved at the end of the treatment cycle, and results are limited because of the use of only one or two wavelengths that are not synchronized. [Read More](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/therapy-laser-classification) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/therapy-laser-classification#comments-listing) Topics: [Class IV Laser](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/class-iv-laser), [LLLT](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/lllt), [Class 3B Laser](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/class-3b-laser), [MLS Laser Therapy](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/mls-laser-therapy), [MLS Class IV Laser](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/mls-class-iv-laser) ## [10 Benefits of MLS Laser Therapy for Podiatrists](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/benefits-of-laser-therapy-for-podiatrists) Posted by [Chrissy Laughlin](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/author/chrissy-laughlin) on 2/14/17 1:09 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.celasers.com/hubfs/MED/Images/Stock%20Images/Human%20Nerve%20cell.jpg) ](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/benefits-of-laser-therapy-for-podiatrists) ### 10 Benefits of MLS Laser Therapy for Podiatrists: An energetic synergy is created when delivering these wavelengths that produces greater anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects than either can produce on its own, while minimizing the risk of thermal damage. It is this unique combination and synchronization of continuous and pulsed emissions that characterizes MLS Laser Therapy and distinguishes it from [other Class IV lasers](http://www.celasers.com/medical/mls-laser-therapy/research).  [Read More](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/benefits-of-laser-therapy-for-podiatrists) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/benefits-of-laser-therapy-for-podiatrists#comments-listing) Topics: [Class IV Laser](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/class-iv-laser), [Therapeutic Laser](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/therapeutic-laser), [Arthritis](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/arthritis), [Laser Therapy Benefits](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/laser-therapy-benefits), [Vascular Activity](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/vascular-activity), [Podiatry](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/podiatry), [Laser Therapy for Podiatry](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/laser-therapy-for-podiatry), [M6 Laser](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/m6-laser), [Robotic Laser](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/robotic-laser) ## [Effect of a Class IV MLS Laser on Plantar Fasciitis](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/the-effect-of-a-class-iv-laser-on-plantar-fasciitis) Posted by [Chrissy Laughlin](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/author/chrissy-laughlin) on 2/14/17 1:08 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.celasers.com/hubfs/MED/Images/Laser%20Images/M6/In%20Use%20Images/M6_Use_Wide_Ankle.jpg) ](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/the-effect-of-a-class-iv-laser-on-plantar-fasciitis) Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain and is responsible for up to 15% of all foot symptoms requiring medical care in the adult population. [MLS® Laser Therapy](http://www.celasers.com/medical/mls-laser-therapy/why-mls) has been shown to be safe and effective in treatment of painful orthopedic conditions, although no randomized controlled studies have evaluated its efficacy for the treatment of chronic plantar fasciitis. [Read More](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/the-effect-of-a-class-iv-laser-on-plantar-fasciitis) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/the-effect-of-a-class-iv-laser-on-plantar-fasciitis#comments-listing) Topics: [Class IV Laser](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/class-iv-laser), [Ligament and Tendon Injuries](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/ligament-and-tendon-injuries), [MLS Laser Therapy](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/mls-laser-therapy), [Anti-Inflammatory](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/anti-inflammatory), [Podiatry](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/podiatry), [Laser Therapy for Podiatry](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/laser-therapy-for-podiatry), [Robotic Laser](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/robotic-laser), [Photochemical Effect](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/photochemical-effect), [Photothermal Effect](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/photothermal-effect), [Photomechanical Effect](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/photomechanical-effect), [Plantar Fasciitis](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/plantar-fasciitis), [Laser Therapy](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/laser-therapy) ## [Choosing the Best Therapy Laser for your Podiatry Practice](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/choosing-the-best-therapy-laser-for-your-podiatry-practice) Posted by [Chrissy Laughlin](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/author/chrissy-laughlin) on 2/14/17 1:04 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.celasers.com/hubfs/Blog%20Image%20Assets/Screen%20Shot%202016-12-08%20at%2012.11.34%20PM.png) ](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/choosing-the-best-therapy-laser-for-your-podiatry-practice) # Choosing the Best Therapy Laser for Your Podiatry Practice #### Not all therapy lasers are created equal, and having a basic understanding of the differences in technology will help you make the right choice. [Read our blog: Laser Therapy Basics for an overview of laser therapy.](https://blog.celasers.com/veterinary/laser-therapy-basics-for-veterinarians)  [Read More](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/choosing-the-best-therapy-laser-for-your-podiatry-practice) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/choosing-the-best-therapy-laser-for-your-podiatry-practice#comments-listing) Topics: [Class IV Laser](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/class-iv-laser), [Ligament and Tendon Injuries](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/ligament-and-tendon-injuries), [MLS Laser Therapy](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/mls-laser-therapy), [Anti-Inflammatory](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/anti-inflammatory), [Photochemical Effect](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/photochemical-effect), [Photothermal Effect](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/photothermal-effect), [Photomechanical Effect](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/photomechanical-effect), [Degenerative Joint Conditions](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/degenerative-joint-conditions), [Knee Osteoarthritis](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/knee-osteoarthritis), [HILT](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/hilt), [Laser Therapy](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/laser-therapy), [Wound Healing](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/wound-healing), [High Intensity Laser Therapy](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/high-intensity-laser-therapy), [Nd:YAG](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/ndyag) ## [How Laser Therapy Can Boost Your Practice Revenue](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/how-laser-therapy-can-boost-your-practice-revenue) Posted by [Chrissy Laughlin](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/author/chrissy-laughlin) on 2/14/17 1:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.celasers.com/hubfs/Blog%20Image%20Assets/med%20practice%20ownership%20graphic.png) ](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/how-laser-therapy-can-boost-your-practice-revenue) # The Changing Landscape of Healthcare With steep competition in the medical marketplace and reimbursement models changing, many healthcare professionals are seeking new ways to boost revenue, expand service offerings, and improve patient results. The number of doctors opting to join hospitals rather than build their own practice is increasing. According to a Medical Group Management Association survey, hospital-owned practices increased more that 25% in the last decade, bringing the total percentage to 55%.  [Read More](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/how-laser-therapy-can-boost-your-practice-revenue) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/how-laser-therapy-can-boost-your-practice-revenue#comments-listing) Topics: [Class IV Laser](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/class-iv-laser), [MLS Laser Therapy](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/mls-laser-therapy), [Laser Therapy for Podiatry](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/laser-therapy-for-podiatry), [Price](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/price), [Revenue](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/revenue), [Laser Therapy](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/topic/laser-therapy) [All posts](https://blog.celasers.com/podiatry/all) **About Our Blog** Our blog focuses on providing relevant educational content as a resource for laser therapy users. Since our founding in 2001, our mission has remained the same; 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