With so many health technologies being promoted online, it can be difficult to distinguish between what works and what’s just a clever marketing scheme. If you’re exploring laser treatments for pain relief, it’s only natural to be cautious. Here at Perform Podiatry, our podiatrists understand the importance of making informed decisions and choosing solid, evidence-based therapies. This is why we’ve welcomed the Nu-Tek Laser into our clinic. So, could it be the answer to your foot pain?
To make it simpler, we’ll explain the facts and “official” proceedings and then what they mean. To be specific, the Nu-Tek laser is an advanced Class 3B low-level laser therapy (LLLT) device. It uses monochromatic, coherent, and polarised laser light to interact with tissues and stimulate the body’s natural healing processes.
The simple terms? Nu-Tek is a gentle (yet effective) laser that uses a special light that focuses on specific areas in the body to speed up healing and reduce pain. This light interacts with your tissues in a way that encourages the body to repair itself.
What sets this laser apart is that it promotes both pain relief and tissue repair without the need for drugs or invasive surgery. The laser achieves this by boosting microcirculation, stimulating angiogenesis (the formation of new blood vessels), and influencing the activity of enzymes and hormones that play key roles in healing. For us as podiatrists, having a device that can achieve all these things is massive—and it adds real value to our patients and their care with us.
Yes - but don’t take our word for it. It has the certifications to prove it. The laser operates using photobiomodulation—a fancy term for the way light energy interacts with your cells to trigger beneficial biological processes. Here’s a breakdown of what happens to make it easier to understand:
The result? Faster healing, reduced pain, and less inflammation—without the side effects commonly associated with pain medications or the risks of surgical intervention.
There are a few reasons the Nu-Tek laser stood out for us
Nu-Tek Laser Therapy has proven to be effective for various musculoskeletal and chronic pain conditions, including:
A typical Nu-Tek laser treatment session lasts 10 to 30 minutes, depending on the size and severity of the area being treated. There’s no need to worry about discomfort—Nu-Tek therapy is painless and non-invasive. Most of our patients report feeling either a mild warming sensation or no sensation at all during treatment.
We’ll let you know if laser is a good option for you at your appointment with us. We never want to administer any treatments to anyone if we aren’t confident can be of great value to you, so we don’t make bookings directly for laser unless it’s part of your treatment plan with us. We’ll always start with an initial consultation where we diagnose the problem you’re experiencing and discuss your treatment options, including whether laser is likely to be beneficial for you or if another therapy can help yield better outcomes.
Does Nu-Tek Laser Therapy hurt?
No, the treatment is painless and gentle. Most patients feel nothing,
while others may experience a slight warming sensation.
How long does it take to see results?
Many patients begin to feel improvements within 1-3 sessions,
though this can vary depending on the severity of your condition.
Are the results long-lasting?
Yes, the Nu-Tek laser promotes deep healing at the cellular level,
which supports long-term recovery and pain relief.
Can Nu-Tek be combined with other treatments?
Absolutely. Laser therapy is often one part of an
overall treatment plan to relieve pain, repair the injury, and help prevent the pain from returning.
Is it safe?
Yes, the Nu-Tek laser is FDA-approved and offers a non-invasive, safe approach to managing pain without
the side effects associated with medications.
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