Frequently Asked Questions

What is Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT)?

LLLT is the application of a “cold” pure laser light applied to body points for certain conditions. It has been cleared by FDA for many kinds of musculoskeletal injuries because it promotes healing and tissue repair.

Is LLLT safe?

LLLT is non-invasive and medication-free. It has been used in England, Canada, and Europe for over 20 years.

How does LLLT work?

Low level laser is currently being studied in the U.S. to determine if it boosts endorphin production, thereby relieving the cravings and withdrawal symptoms normally associated with smoking cessation. Endorphins are produced naturally by your body and are nature’s own mood lifter and anesthetic. The endorphin production may relieve the physical withdrawal symptoms of quitting smoking and help keep you from feeling anxious or “crabby”.

What parts of my body will receive laser?

For smoking cessation or weight loss the laser is applied to acupuncture points on different parts of the body.

Will the laser hurt?

Most people describe an extremely relaxed feeling following their laser session.

How long does the laser session take?

The laser session itself takes about 30 minutes. Your first visit will include a personal consultation and counseling, so you should allow about an hour for that appointment.

Will I gain weight when I quit smoking?

Weight gain may be avoidable when quitting smoking with low level laser. Studies conducted in other countries have shown no weight gain with LLLT. Lazer Points technicians/study investigators will explain the metabolic changes that occur in your body when you quit smoking so that you may avoid weight gain.

Is the laser session covered by insurance?

At this time, LLLT for smoking cessation and weight loss is not reimbursable by insurance companies.

Are the results guaranteed?

Nicotine addiction consists of two factors: the physical addiction and the mental addiction. The laser session may relieve the physical withdrawal symptoms, but will not give you amnesia! If you have smoked a pack a day for thirty years, this means you will be making a huge change to your daily routine when you quit. Even if you experience NO physical symptoms, you may still think about smoking. Therefore, while we cannot make a guarantee, we will do everything in our power to ensure your success.

Like the smoking sessions, weight loss depends a great deal on your commitment, consequently we cannot guarantee individual results. We offer packages which are designed to fit your lifestyle and the amount of weight you wish to lose. The laser session should be an adjunct to your own diet and exercise programs. It may control the cravings, increases your metabolism, and leaves you calm and relaxed. Lazer Points does not recommend any particular diet, as each person must choose a diet that fits their lifestyle of activity and eating habits. However, we will give you information that can assist you with your program and will be available for consultation throughout your laser sessions.

Are there any health conditions for which LLLT is not recommended?

Yes. Since Lazer Points is participating in clinical research trials for smoking cessation and weight loss, there are some health conditions that will exclude you from receiving LLLT. All clients are screened and their history reviewed to assure that they qualify for participation in these trials. The conditions that would exclude you from receiving these treatments are: active cancer, undergoing treatments with chemotherapy or radiation, photosensitivity to light, pregnancy, blood clotting disorders, epilepsy, and having steroid injections 48 hours prior to receiving laser.

Is there anything I need to do before my first laser session?

While there are no preparations needed for laser sessions, it is helpful if before you arrive that you drink 6 – 8 glasses of water each day, decrease your consumption of caffeine of either coffee or sodas, and drink citrus juice daily or take vitamin C tablets. It may also helpful to take a good multivitamin every day to help replace the nutrients that nicotine draws out of your system.

Is LLLT approved by the FDA?

Treatments of certain musculoskeletal conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, etc have been cleared by the FDA for human use. The laser that we use has been ruled a “non significant risk device” by the FDA, however, smoking cessation and weight loss with the low level laser have not been cleared. Therefore, Lazer Points is one of over 100 centers across the U.S. conducting clinical research trials for smoking or weight loss. The purpose of the trials is to gather more information on the effectiveness of the low level laser for nicotine addiction and weight loss. You will be given an informed consent prior to the laser session, which will be reviewed with you by one of our research investigators. Once you are enrolled in our clinical trial and receive laser, your progress will be followed for approximately 3 – 6 months depending on which trial you are enrolled in.

Is this a medically supervised clinic?

Yes. Lazer Points, Inc. in Port St. Lucie, Florida is under the supervision of Neil C. Boland, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. Lazer Points of Georgia, Inc., is operated under the supervision of Mern Henry R.N., M.S. who devote many hours to assuring that the manner in which you are treated are both professional and ethical. All protocols are administered under their direct supervision and they are responsible for the proper execution of all clinical research conducted at each center.