Study Suggests Results from Therapy Are Just As Good As Knee Surgery for a Torn ACL

Unfortunately, every young athlete is at risk for tearing their anterior cruciate ligament or ACL.  Most of the time orthopedic surgeons and patients rush to surgery to reconstruct the ACL, but the problem is there are no long term research studies proving that surgery is better than therapy.  And even though there is no proof indicating that knee surgery has better outcomes then rehab alone there are approximately 200,000 ACL reconstructions performed and over 3 billion dollars  spent annually on this procedure in the United States.

Recently Swedish Researchers published a study in the New England Journal of Medicine proving that rehab alone is just as good as knee surgery for torn ACLs.  Researchers randomly assigned 121 young active adults with torn ACLs into two separate groups.  The first group ONLY underwent therapy to rehabilitate the knee with the OPTION to have knee surgery in the future.  The second group had therapy first but also had ACL reconstruction surgery.

Surprisingly, after two years the results were about the same in both groups when it came to pain and activities of daily living.  And most importantly 61% of the patients that were in the group that only had therapy did not choose to have knee surgery.

Sadly, since there is a lot of money to be made by surgeons and hospitals performing surgeries, this study will probably not make a difference in the number of ACL reconstruction’s performed annually. However, I hope that individuals with a torn ACL give therapy a chance and talk to their doctors about all nonsurgical options available, including cold laser therapy, prior to undergoing ANY type of knee surgery.

Keep in mind, surgery is always an option, but should only be considered once all other options have been exhausted.

If you live in the Dallas, Fort Worth or surrounding areas call our office at 214- 596-1051 to find out if you’re a candidate for Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program at the DFW Spine & Joint Center in Irving, Texas.

Or if you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FREE report mailed to you entitled, Amazing Cold Laser Therapy the Missing Link to Knee Pain Relief!

Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Doctor for the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”

Findings in the New England Journal of Medicine appear here http://content.nejm.org/cgi/content/short/363/4/331

Knee Pain Sufferers Consider Knee Injections Painful and Ineffective Compared to Cold Laser Therapy for Treating Knee Pain

Most patients suffering from chronic knee pain have tried at least one cortisone injection and a series of SYNVISC™ or some other type of gel injections with little to no long term results.  The most common injection given to patients with knee pain is a steroid or cortisone shot.  Cortisone injections usually work to help decrease pain and inflammation but the results are often temporary.  Since there are long term side effects with the use of cortisone injections patients are limited to three injections per year. Gel injections are also available such as SYNVISC™, Hyalgen™, Euflexxa™, Orthovisc™, Supartz™ (otherwise known as cox comb, or rooster comb injections). These injections are usually performed in a series over the course of a few weeks, and just like cortisone injections gel injections only ‘cover up’ or treat  the symptoms not the  cause of the problem.  Knee pain sufferers consider gel injections painful and ineffective compared to cold laser therapy for treating knee pain.

Recently, Linda Paschal, a 59 year old realtor from North Richland Hills completed Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Program in Irving, Texas after initially complaining of very severe knee pain. The following is what she said about her experience with knee injections versus cold laser treatments.

“I sought medical help [from an orthopedic doctor for my knee] and was first given a steroid injection [cortisone injection] in the knee and later I was given a series of cox comb shots.  THEY WERE EXTREMELY PAINFUL.  I felt relief, but it wasn’t permanent and certainly not as effective as the cold laser treatments have been.  My medical doctor never recommended knee surgery because I was not a candidate for it.  The only solution I was given (which was not even a solution) was to have a series of cock’s comb shots twice a year and to just learn to live with the knee pain.  I am so pleased that I completed Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program.  I am 100% better and I intend to keep coming back so that I can stay that way!”

Linda’s experience is not unique.

Jill Vann, 62 years young, from Plano Texas is another example of a patient who recently completed cold laser therapy for knee pain with Dr. Schnee.  Before coming in for treatments with Dr. Schnee she tried cortisone injections, physical rehabilitation, a knee brace, and a series of three Euflexxa injections.  Ms. Vann stated, “I had zero results from the knee injections.  The Euflexxa did not work for me, the pain never lessened.” She continued to say, “[Since completing Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program I am walking without knee pain, I don’t wake up at night whenever I move my leg.  There are times I even forget my knee ever hurt so badly.  [Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Program] has helped me get back on track.  Anyone who has knee issues, needs this program.”

If you have had knee injections including cortisone, SYNVISC™, Othovisc™, Euflexxa™, Supartz™, Hyalgen™, rooster comb, cox comb etc. and they did not work for you then call our office at 214-596-1051 to find out if you are a candidate for Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program at the DFW Spine & Joint Center in Irving, Texas.

If you would like more information about cold laser therapy for knee pain fill out the form on the right side of the screen and a free 16 page report will be mailed to you within 72 hours.

Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Dallas Fort Worth’s Cold Laser Doctor for Knee Pain -“Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”

Do you have ‘bone on bone’ knee pain and want to avoid or are not a candidate for total knee replacement surgery?

There is a large subgroup of patients 55 years of age and older who have been diagnosed as having ‘bone on bone’ or severe degenerative arthritis in their knees, and are either not candidates for knee surgery or do not want to undergo total knee replacement surgery.  Many of these patients either feel they are too young and the replacement won’t last; concerned with the risks associated with knee surgery; in poor health and are unable to have surgery; or unwilling to do the rehab necessary after the surgery is performed.   Usually patients suffering with ‘bone on bone’ knee pain or arthritis knee pain regard knee replacement surgery as their final option and are thrilled if they experience a 50-90% improvement in knee pain relief with non-surgical options such as cold laser therapy.

Mrs. Nikki G., from Carrollton Texas ,is a good example of someone who was diagnosed by an orthopedic surgeon as having ‘bone on bone’ knee pain but after completing Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program is now virtually pain free and will avoid knee surgery.

“I visited an orthopedic surgeon twice [before visiting with Dr. Schnee] because everyday activities were a hardship.  For awhile I had to use crutches but it was just impossible [to get around].  Everything seemed twice as hard to do.  My knee hurt most of the time especially when walking, standing and stair climbing.  It was difficult to straighten my knee making it difficult to sleep comfortably.  The orthopedic surgeon suggested that I start out trying anti-inflammatories and physical therapy.  He said that if those options didn’t work then I would have to have shots and then [knee] surgery.  I did some physical therapy but was not happy with the progress. [ So I finally decided to do research on non-invasive knee treatments on the internet and I found Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program].  Since completing care with Dr. Schnee I can go about my normal activities with ease and I can finally sleep at night without knee pain.  I am very pleased with my treatment and the results from cold laser therapy.  I feel like my knee is about 80% improved!”

Are there patients who don’t realize any improvements after completing Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program?  Yes, just as with any other treatment, there is a small percentage of patients who may not realize any improvement at all.  However, the good news is that are no side effects from treatments.

In addition, Dr. Schnee has two policies which she strictly adheres to preventing her from wasting anyone’s time.  First, if she doesn’t believe that she can help a patient she will not accept their case. Second, she will not start care with a patient whose expectations are unreasonable.   For example, a patient suffering with significant cartilage loss with the goal of running a marathon would not be considered a candidate for the Cold Laser Knee Program.  On the other hand, the same patient with the simple goal of significantly less knee pain, better joint mobility, a reduction in swelling and an overall better quality of life would be considered an ideal candidate for care.

If you are suffering from ‘bone on bone’ knee pain or severe degenerative arthritis in the knee and want to avoid or are not a candidate for knee surgery, and would be thrilled with a 50%-90% improvement in knee pain, reduction in swelling, and increased joint mobility then consider Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program as an option.

To obtain a FREE report with more details about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program, complete the form located on the right side of the screen and one will be mailed to you within 72 hours.

Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Dallas Cold Laser Doctor for treating knee pain-“Helping People suffering from chronic Knee Pain using Cold Laser Therapy since 2001.”

Studies on Cold Laser Therapy and its Effects on Cartilage Regeneration

Over the years, several studies have been performed to determine the effects of cold laser therapy on cartilage regeneration.

One study took a cartilage sample from the right knee of a 19 year old patient.   Chondrocytes (cartilage cells) were isolated and suspended for cultivation, and cultures were incubated for 10 days.  The cultures were then separated into 4 groups. The first three groups of cultures received cold laser treatments for 10 minutes for five consecutive days.  Each culture had different laser parameters assigned to it.  Group 4 was the control group and did not receive any treatments.   The Groups that were treated with laser showed great results in terms of cell viability and higher levels of Calcium and alkaline phosphate as compared to the untreated group.  This study concluded that laser therapy improved chondrocyte activity without causing any damage to the cell.

And in a separate study published in Biotechnology cold laser therapy was performed on holes drilled in mice’s ears to determine if cartilage would grow back.  Mice were chosen as the subject because the chondrocytes (cartilage cells) in mice’s ears are similar to those in human cartilage.   In the study, holes were drilled in both ears.  The left ear was treated with cold laser therapy while the right ear was left untreated.  The results indicated that after two days only the treated ear  showed clear evidence of perichondrium (precursor to cartilage) while the untreated ear showed NONE.  After four days the treated ear had significant ingrowth of perichondrium into the hole versus the control group were there was only an active perichondrium zone.  Macroscopical and histological examinations revealed that cold laser therapy had a direct effect on cartilage regeneration.

Click here to view and listen to patients who were diagnosed with ‘bone on bone’ knee pain, and osteoarthritis of the knee and how Dr. Schnees’ Cold Laser Knee Program helped them avoid knee surgery

If you live in the Dallas, Fort Worth or surrounding areas call our office at 214- 596-1051 to find out if you’re a candidate for Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program.

Or if you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FREE report mailed to you entitled, Amazing Cold Laser Therapy the Missing Link to Knee Pain Relief!

Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Professional for the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”

1.Biostimulation Of Human Chondrocytes With Ga-Al-As Diode Laser: ‘In Vitro’ Research. Morrone G, Guzzardella G A, Tigani D Et Al. Lasers Surg Med. 1997;21(5):480-4.

2. THE INFLUENCE OF LOW LEVEL INFRA RED LASER THERAPY ON THE REGENERATION OF CARTILAGE TISSUE P.Lievens , Ph.Van Der Veen.  Biotechnology. 2000; 28(2):193-201.

Arthroscopic Knee Surgery to Repair ACL Injuries or Meniscus Tears Won’t Stop Osteoarthritis from Developing In the Knee

A study published in the journal of Radiology (August 2010 issue) followed 326 men and women 10 years after they had arthroscopic knee surgery to repair torn Anterior Cruciate Ligaments (ACL) and meniscus tears. Initially, researchers hypothesized that patients who had arthroscopic knee surgery would lower their risk for developing osteoarthritis in their knee and also lower their risk for other complications such as loss of cartilage, lesions in the bone marrow, and narrowing of the joint space.  However, this was not the case, osteoarthritis developed in the men and women’s knees’ despite doing knee surgery to fix the injuries.

This research study confirms what I view on x-rays on daily basis which is surgery does NOT stop osteoarthritis it actually helps contribute and speeds up the process of cartilage loss and deterioration!

The bottom line is knee surgery will not prevent osteoarthritis in the knee, so don’t be fooled into thinking that it will…

To read about How Cold Laser Therapy Helps Stave off the Effects of Osteoarthritis in the Knee click here.

If you live in the Dallas, Fort Worth or surrounding areas call our office at 214- 596-1051 to find out if you’re a candidate for Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program.

Or if you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FREE report mailed to you entitled, Amazing Cold Laser Therapy the Missing Link to Knee Pain Relief!

1. Stein, Jeanine. Surgery to Repair ACL and Meniscus Injuries May Not Reduce Osteoarthritis Risk.  Los Angeles Times. June 29,2010.

How Cold Laser Therapy Helps Stave Off the Effects of Osteoarthritis in the Knee

In healthy knees, cartilage is constantly being broken down, replaced and rebuilt. There is a delicate balance between enzymes that break down the cartilage and cells that help restore it.  The aging process, disease, injury and surgeries to the knee joint eventually make it so that cartilage is being broken down faster than it is being rebuilt.   In osteoarthritis, the balance between cartilage degradation and reformation is disturbed, and there is a net loss of collagen and proteoglycans in the cartilage (two important raw materials that make up cartilage).   It is believed that osteoarthritis of the knee develops due to there being more enzymes destroying the cartilage then chondrocytes (cartilage forming cells) creating it.  When this process continues over a period of time cartilage begins to erode.  This results in increased knee joint pain, deformity, and limited joint mobility.

Cold lasers emit specific wavelengths of light that directly excite the primary energy producer of the cell, chromophore cytochrome C oxidase.  This enzyme is found in every human cell, and once it’s stimulated it increases the rate at which ATP (adenosine triphosphate) or energy is produced by the cell.   This ‘jumpstart’ in cellular metabolism creates more fuel and energy for the cell, and as a result a cascade of beneficial physiological events occurs.   Ultimately, what is realized from a cold laser therapy treatment is a decrease in inflammation, pain and healing time for the injured tissue or joint; as well as the ability for tissue to heal and repair itself without the need for invasive care.

Besides decreasing osteoarthritis knee pain, inflammation and improving joint mobility cold laser therapy is believed to help stave off the effects of osteoarthritis in the knee by inhibiting cartilage destruction, promoting cartilage repair and enhancing cartilage preservation.  Cold laser therapy does this by stimulating and inhibiting specific enzymes, proteins, cells and molecules that play a role in osteoarthritis of the knee.

1. Cold lasers inhibit the inflammatory protein interleukin-1. According to arthritis research interleukin-1, a cytokine plays a direct role in destroying cartilage and it also suppresses any chance of repairing it.  In an osteoarthritic knee, there are high levels of interleukin-1 which  is believed to do the following:
   • Interleukin-1 stimulates more of the enzymes that destroy cartilage
   • Interleukin-1 does not allow type II collagen to be produced-so cartilage cannot be rebuilt or replaced.
   • Finally interleukin-1 suppresses cells that make cartilage (chondrocytes) from producing proteoglycans.   (Water, Proteoglycans, collagen, and chondrocytes make up the primary framework or matrix for hyaline cartilage, the cartilage that cushions the knee joint.)^1.
2. Cold laser therapy stimulates Growth factor activity.

Research indicates that enzymes such as growth factors are increased with cold laser therapy.   Growth factors are important for healthy knees because they stimulate chondrocyte activity which in turn allows cartilage to be repaired and rebuilt.  (Cartilage repair in the knee is directly dependent on chondrocyte activity).  In addition, Growth factors help counter act cartilage degradation by switching off interleukin-1.¹

3. Cold laser therapy helps stimulate fibroblasts (cells that produce collagen) production. Fibroblasts are needed for collagen development which is necessary to make cartilage.²
4. Cold laser therapy indirectly helps Increase the tensile strength of the tissue. When Osteoarthritis begins to destroy the collagen/proteoglycan matrix due to the imbalance of enzymatic activity it creates an increase in water content in the cartilage making the knee more susceptible to injury.  Studies indicate that cold laser therapy  increases the strength of the collagen molecules by increasing intra and inter-molecular hydrogen  bonding  so there is less likelihood of injuries to the cartilage or meniscus.^3,4,5,6

In summary, cold laser therapy is vital to preserving, repairing and stimulating cartilage in an osteoarthritic knee.  This is ultimately achieved through exciting or inhibiting either directly or indirectly vital enzymes, proteins, molecules or cells needed to maintain a healthy knee.

To see what many of our patients have to say about Cold Laser Therapy, check out some of their video testimonials, here!

If you live in the Dallas, Fort Worth or surrounding areas call our office at 214- 596-1051 to find out if you’re a candidate for Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program.

Or if you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FREE report mailed to you entitled, Amazing Cold Laser Therapy the Missing Link to Knee Pain Relief!

Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Professional for the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”

1.Martin, Richard.  Laser-Accelerated Inflammation/Pain Reduction and Healing.  Practical Pain Management.   Page 24. Nov/Dec 2003.
2. Almeida-Lopes L, et al.  Comparison of the low level laser therapy effects on cultured human gingival fibroblasts proliferation using different irradiance and same fluence.  Lasers in Surgery and Medicine.  2001.  29(2):179-184.
3.Enwemeka CS and Reddy GK.  The biological effects of laser therapy and other modalities on connective tissue repair processes.  The Journal of Laser Therapy.  Vol 12.  World Association of Laser Therapy.  2000.
4.  Reddy GK, Stehno-Bittel L, and Enwemeka CS. Laser Photo Stimulation Accelerates Wound Healing in Diabetic Rats.  Wound Repair and Regeneration.  2001. 9:248-255.
5.  Stadler I, et al.  830nm irradiation increases the wound tensile strength in diabetic murine model.  Lasers in Surgery and Medicine.  2001. 28 (3):220-226.
6.  Parizotto N, et al.  Structural analysis of collagen fibrils after He-Ne laser photostimulation.  2^nd congress, World Association for Laser Therapy.  Kansas City 1998.

Cold Laser Therapy is Found to Reverse the Inflammatory Process of Arthritis, and Increase Biosynthesis of Cartilage

A new study analyzed the effects of cold laser therapy on chronic arthritis induced in  rats using hydroxyapetite (gives rise to rheumatism and is found in over 20% of joints with osteoarthritis)and calcium pyrophosphate (this provokes chondrocalcinosis)crystals.  Scientists separated 56 rats equally into seven groups:

Group A was a control group.
Group B was injected with HP (hydroxyapetite) for two weeks.
Group C was injected with HP and was treated with laser.
Group D was injected with CaPP  (calcium pyrophosphate) for two weeks.
Group E was injected with CaPP and treated with laser.
Group F was injected with a physiologic solution.
Group G was only treated with laser and NOT injected at all.

Scientists collected and examined tissue samples from the  knee joint  using light microscopy.   The results of this study found that Group C and Group E, the rats that were induced with arthritis and were treated with laser for two weeks, had an increase in the biosynthesis of cartilage, the inflammatory process was reversed, and that the arthritic process was slowed down.   Scientists also noticed that structural alterations in the knee joint that developed due to arthritis significantly diminished after the cold laser treatments.

The other two groups, Group G (which had laser alone but did not have any injections), and Group F, (the group that was injected with physiologic solution) produced no histological tissue changes.  This finding is important because it indicates that cold laser therapy only affects and treats damaged tissue and doesn’t affect a healthy joint. It also indicates that the injections had nothing to do with the positive results of the study.¹

This study  proves , yet again, that Cold laser therapy is a viable treatment for those seeking a non-invasive treatment option to reduce the adverse effects of arthritis, and don’t want the adverse effects typically seen with ‘conventional medical treatments’.

If you are suffering from knee pain due to arthritis, ‘bone on bone’, meniscus tears, bursitis, tendonitis, Baker’s Cyst, post surgical arthroscopic knee pain, or a combination of the listed conditions and you live in the Dallas, Fort Worth or surrounding areas call our office at 214- 596-1051 to find out if you’re a candidate for Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program.

Or if you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FREE report mailed to you entitled, Amazing Cold Laser Therapy the Missing Link to Knee Pain Relief!

Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Professional for the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”

1.Helium-Neon Laser Reduces the Inflammatory Process of Arthritis.  Claudia Reinoso Rubio, David Cremonezzi, MD, PhD, Monica Moya MD, PhD, Fernando Soriano, MD PhD, Jose Palma, MD, PhD, and Vilma Campana, PhD.  Photomedicine and Laser Surgery. Volume 28, Number 1 , 2010. Pp.125-129.

Cold Laser Therapy Helped Intense Knee Pain When Surgery and Injections Failed

Before coming in for cold laser therapy with Dr. Schnee the pain in my left knee was intense!  It felt like someone took a chisel, put it on the inner side of my left leg and banged away.  Each step I took hurt.  I wasn’t able to stand and put any pressure on my left knee.  Going up and down the stairs was nearly impossible.

Prior to undergoing Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program I had multiple knee surgeries.  I have had physical therapy for my knee several times. I’ve had multiple rounds of Synvisc injections.  None of these have helped to any great extent.  My last knee surgery was just over a year ago and it was WORTHLESS.  My knee pain was still significant.  I was told that I would need knee replacement surgery sooner than later. 

Since completing Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program I am very pleased with the results.  I now have little to no knee pain.  The exercises that she had me doing have greatly increased my confidence in everyday activities.  My knee feels strong and secure.  My knee has improved 80-90%.   Dr. Alexandra Schnee’s staff is great!

Morgan C., 48 years young, student for Respitory Therapy, Plano Texas

If you are still suffering from chronic knee pain, and have already tried cortizone injections, rooster comb injections, physical therapy and knee surgery then call Dr. Schnee’s office at 214-596-1051. She may be able to help you. Please don’t feel hopeless! A total knee replacement is not always the answer.  We may be able to save your knee.

If you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FREE report mailed to you entitled, Amazing Cold Laser Therapy the Missing Link to Knee Pain Relief!

Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Professional in Plano and the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”

Patient gave us permission to use his unsolicited testimonial.

Dallas Cold Laser Therapy Eliminates Excess Fluid and Swelling in the Knee Joint

When there is a soft tissue injury involving the knee joint, often there is damage to the sensitive layers of tissue found deep beneath the skin. As a result, swelling around the knee joint will develop.   Some examples of soft tissue located in and around the knee joint are muscles, tendons, nerves, bursa, cartilage, and meniscus.

Soft tissue in the knee can be injured or traumatized in various ways which causes the knee to swell.  The most common soft tissue injuries to the knee in individuals under 40 are due to sports activity, a fall or an accident.  Another less known cause of soft tissue damage and trauma is as a result of knee surgery.  Normally after knee surgery, the tissue in and around the joint should heal and the swelling in the knee should resolve within a few days.  However, if there is unresolved soft tissue trauma then the knee reacts by producing fluid.  Also, in individuals over 40, soft tissue in and around the knee joint can be injured or traumatized by years of ‘wear and tear’ or arthritis. This is why many individuals diagnosed with arthritis will develop swelling or fluid accumulation around the knee joint.

Cold lasers or low level lasers are very effective at treating soft tissue injuries and eliminating the excess fluid and swelling in the knee joint that develops as a result. The normal reaction for the human body after a soft tissue injury is “to protect” the injury with edema, a thin or watery fluid which develops in tissue spaces or cell interstices.  Unfortunately, excess edema or fluid causes swelling in the knee that inhibits movement of the damaged tissue through the lymphatic system (the system in our body responsible for getting rid of toxins and excess fluid). Soft tissue injuries result in two types of pain. The first is the actual traumatic pain from the injury itself, and the second is from the swelling that results. Cold laser therapy actually helps relieve the pain in two ways.  First it helps heal and repair the damage done to the tissue on a cellular level from the trauma itself, and secondly the  laser stimulates the lymphatic system which helps absorb the excess edema from the cells.

As a result of cold laser therapy the excess fluid and swelling in the knee will often be completely eliminated and the soft tissue damage in the knee joint will heal.  The best part is that this all happens without the need for knee surgery, injections, fluid drainage or medications.

Cold laser therapy eliminates excess fluid and swelling in the knee joint.  So if you are suffering from swelling in the knee and knee pain due to an injury, post arthroscopic surgery, or arthritis then you should consider getting cold laser therapy treatments.

If you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program in Irving, TX, please fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FREE report mailed to you entitled, Amazing Cold Laser Therapy the Missing Link to Knee Pain Relief!

Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Professional in the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”

For More information on Dr. Schnee please read her Bio here.

Cold Laser Therapy Helps Dallas Patient Suffering from “Bone on Bone” Knee Pain

Susan K. is 62 years old, and is from Dallas Texas.  She works in a kitchen and is on her feet all day long.  Before coming in to see me for treatments she had Synvisc injections, and was told that she needed a total knee replacement because she was “bone on bone”.  She found Dr. Alexandra Schnee after reading about her in the Dallas Morning News.  Soon after she started cold laser treatments for her knee she started to notice a slight improvement.  After completing her full treatment plan she is 80% improved and no longer suffers with severe knee pain.

The video was taken two months after she completed treatments and with her permission.

If you live in the Dallas, Fort Worth or surrounding areas call our office at 214- 596-1051 to find out if you’re a candidate for Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program.

Or if you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FREE report mailed to you entitled, Amazing Cold Laser Therapy the Missing Link to Knee Pain Relief!

Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Professional of the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”