Laser and Fluid Therapy

Flashcards on Laser and Fluid Therapy

Laser Treatment

A device that emits light through a process of optical implication based on the stimulated emissions of photons.

Laser

Light amplification of stimulated emission of radiation

Monochromatic

Light that is a single wavelength.

Coherent

Photons that travel in the same phase and direction.

Collimated

Photons that travel in a single straight beam.

Class 1 Laser

Barcode scanners used in supermarkets, laser pointers; <0.5 mW

Class 2 Laser

Toys; <1.0mW

Class 3A Laser

CD Player; <5mW

Class 3B Lasers

Most commonly used therapeutic lasers; <500mW

Class 4 Lasers

Surgical laser; thermal injury to tissues and include surgical lasers used to cut and cauterize tissue during surgical procedures; >500mW

Vasodilation

Increases blood flow to bring in oxygen and cells involved in the healing process

Replacement Therapy

Replace what has been lost from the body

Adjunctive Therapy

One type of fluid that is given to remove another type

Supportive Therapy

Fluid is given for support, might contain minerals, etc.