Class IV Laser Therapy in Livonia
Targeted laser therapy for pain relief, tissue recovery, and better movement. At True Health Chiropractic in Livonia, Dr. Shaft and the team use Class IV laser therapy as part of a personalized treatment plan for persistent muscle, tendon, and joint complaints.
Book Your Laser Therapy AppointmentContent Reviewed By: Dr. Jeremiah Shaft, D.C., L.M.T. on October 11, 2026
Michigan State Chiropractic License Number: 2301008888 (NPI: 1053360768)
What Is Class IV Laser Therapy In Livonia?
Class IV laser therapy uses therapeutic light to support cellular activity involved in tissue repair and pain relief. This process, called photobiomodulation, delivers light energy to the treatment area without needles or incisions.
At True Health Chiropractic in Livonia, laser therapy is part of our approach to tendonitis, joint pain, and persistent muscle and soft-tissue complaints. We incorporate it into a personalized care plan that addresses your symptoms, movement, and recovery goals.
Class IV laser therapy is one of the most versatile and evidence-supported tools in our clinical arsenal at True Health Chiropractic. FDA-cleared and backed by over 6,000 clinical studies, it supports tissue repair and pain reduction at the cellular level, without surgery, injections, or downtime. We use it regularly as a core component of Phase 3 care, the regeneration phase of our Regenerative Longevity Framework, and for patients dealing with chronic pain, nerve conditions, and injuries that have not responded fully to other conservative treatment.
What Class IV Laser Therapy Can Do for You In Livonia
Benefits of Laser Therapy Livonia
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Support tissue repair. Laser therapy supports cellular processes involved in recovery from sports injuries, tendon irritation, and muscle strain.
Reduce pain and irritation. Treatment targets painful tissues as part of our approach to shoulder pain, knee pain, and other musculoskeletal conditions.
Improve comfortable movement. Addressing pain and soft-tissue irritation helps patients work toward easier movement, greater activity tolerance, and a more comfortable return to daily routines.
Support rehabilitation. Laser therapy fits alongside hands-on care and rehabilitation to address the painful area and the physical demands placed on it.
Non-invasive treatment. Sessions deliver therapeutic light through the skin without injections or incisions.
How We Use Laser Therapy at True Health Chiropractic
The Science Behind Photobiomodulation
Photobiomodulation describes how therapeutic light interacts with cells and influences biological activity. These effects include changes in cellular energy production and processes involved in inflammation, pain signaling, and tissue repair.
At our Livonia clinic, your provider targets the treatment area and adjusts the application to your condition. The goal is to support recovery while addressing the joint, muscle, and movement problems contributing to your discomfort.
Dr. Shaft and the team explain how laser therapy fits your care plan and track changes in pain, mobility, and everyday function.
Conditions We Treat With Class IV Laser Therapy
True Health Chiropractic incorporates Class IV laser therapy into treatment plans for a range of muscle, tendon, joint, and soft-tissue conditions. Our condition pages explain the symptoms, assessment process, and care available at our Livonia clinic.
- Shoulder pain: Rotator cuff complaints, tendon irritation, and discomfort with reaching, lifting, or overhead movement.
- Knee pain: Pain associated with tendon problems, overuse, and joint irritation.
- Plantar fasciitis: Heel and arch pain that affects walking, standing, and exercise.
- Tendonitis: Persistent tendon complaints involving the shoulders, elbows, hips, knees, and ankles.
- Tennis elbow: Outer elbow pain with gripping, lifting, and repetitive arm movements.
- Sports injuries: Muscle, tendon, and soft-tissue complaints that interrupt training and activity.
- Joint pain and arthritis: Pain and stiffness that limit comfortable movement.
- Neck pain: Muscular tension, persistent discomfort, and restricted neck movement.
- Back pain and low back pain: Discomfort involving the back muscles and surrounding soft tissues.
Our team also evaluates sciatica, herniated and bulging discs, neuropathy, and pinched nerve or SI joint pain. A thorough examination identifies the source of your symptoms and determines where laser therapy belongs in your treatment plan.
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How Laser Therapy Fits Into Your Care Plan
At True Health Chiropractic, laser therapy forms part of a coordinated approach to pain relief and recovery. Within our Regenerative Longevity Framework, it supports the tissue-recovery phase of care while other treatments address joint function, muscular tension, and movement.
Your plan can combine laser therapy with chiropractic care, shockwave therapy, and massage therapy. Each treatment has a specific role, and your provider explains how they work together toward your recovery goals.
What to Expect During a Laser Therapy Session
A laser therapy session is straightforward and comfortable. Your provider will position the laser handpiece over the treatment area and deliver the therapeutic light for a period that typically ranges from 5 to 20 minutes, depending on the size of the area and the protocol being used. Most patients describe a pleasant, soothing warmth during treatment. There is no pain, no needles, and no recovery period afterward.
Initial treatment frequency is typically two to three sessions per week, adjusted based on how your body responds. Most patients begin to notice meaningful improvement within the first several sessions, with results continuing to develop as the cellular repair process progresses.
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Services That Work Alongside Laser Therapy
Laser therapy complements treatments that address different aspects of the same condition. At True Health Chiropractic, your care plan can include:
- Chiropractic care to address joint movement and mechanical restrictions.
- Shockwave therapy for persistent tendon and soft-tissue complaints.
- Massage therapy to address muscular tension and support comfortable movement.
Your examination guides the combination of treatments recommended for your recovery.
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Serving Livonia, Romulus, And Nearby Detroit Communities
True Health Chiropractic serves patients from Livonia and Romulus, with local reach across the Detroit area. Our Livonia office is convenient for Redford, Detroit, Burton Hollow, Coventry Gardens, Golf View Manor, Clements Circle, Livonia Woods, Stoneleigh Village, Old Rosedale Gardens, Northville, Plymouth, Novi, and Farmington Hills. Our Romulus office also serves Belleville, New Boston, Huron Township, Taylor, Wayne, Canton, and workers near Detroit Metro Airport.
Meet the Team Behind Your Personalized Care
Our providers have direct, hands-on clinical experience with Class IV laser therapy and apply it with the same precision and intentionality they bring to every aspect of patient care. Laser therapy at True Health is never a standalone add-on. It is a deliberate part of a plan built around your specific condition and goals.
Dr. Jeremiah Shaft, DC | Clinic Director
Dr. Shaft has integrated Class IV laser therapy into True Health’s care model as a core regenerative tool within the Regenerative Longevity Framework.
With more than two decades of clinical experience, he applies laser therapy strategically within Phase 3 of the care continuum, targeting conditions where deep tissue repair and cellular regeneration are the priority.
His focus is always on using the right tool for the right reason within a coordinated, outcome-driven plan.
Dr. Christopher Lee, DC | Chiropractor
Dr. Lee incorporated Class IV laser therapy into his practice as part of his commitment to offering patients access to the most effective healing technologies available.
With more than 30 years of clinical experience and a patient base that has included competitive and Olympic-level athletes, he understands how powerful laser therapy can be when applied with clinical precision to the right cases.
He uses it regularly for tendon injuries, nerve-related conditions, and complex musculoskeletal presentations where conventional care alone is not enough.
No. Most patients find laser therapy sessions genuinely comfortable. The most common sensation is a gentle, soothing warmth in the treatment area. There is no discomfort, no needles, and no side effects that would limit your activity after your session.
The difference is substantial. Cold lasers and Class IIIb devices have very low power output and limited depth of penetration. They cannot reach the deep tissue structures where many musculoskeletal conditions originate. Our Class IV laser delivers up to 40W of power, allowing therapeutic light to reach deep into joints, spinal discs, muscles, and nerves at the intensities required to produce meaningful biological change. The clinical outcomes are not comparable.
This depends on the condition being treated, its severity, and how your body responds to treatment. Most patients begin with two to three sessions per week. Many notice meaningful improvement within the first few sessions, with results continuing to develop over the following weeks as the cellular repair process progresses. After your assessment, your provider will give you a clear recommendation and adjust the plan based on your response.
Many patients notice reduced pain and improved mobility within their first few sessions. Full results typically develop over several weeks as tissue repair continues. The speed of improvement depends on the nature and duration of the condition being treated, but consistent improvement with each treatment is what most patients experience.
Yes. Class IV laser therapy has been FDA-cleared for medical use since 2002 and is supported by over 6,000 clinical studies demonstrating its safety and effectiveness. It is delivered professionally with appropriate protective measures. Your provider will review any specific precautions relevant to your case before beginning treatment.
Laser therapy produces excellent results for chronic and acute musculoskeletal pain, tendon and ligament injuries, disc-related conditions, arthritis, neuropathy, and soft tissue injuries of all kinds. It is also effective as an accelerant for post-surgical recovery. Your provider will give you an honest assessment of whether laser therapy is a good fit for your specific condition.
Yes, and this combination often produces the most comprehensive results. Laser therapy, chiropractic adjustments, and shockwave therapy target overlapping aspects of musculoskeletal dysfunction at different biological levels. When coordinated within a structured care plan, they support and amplify each other’s effects. This integrated approach is central to how we use laser therapy at True Health
Coverage for laser therapy varies by insurance plan and the specific diagnosis being treated. Our team will verify your benefits before your first appointment so you have a clear picture of your out-of-pocket costs. We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Humana, Aetna, United Healthcare, Priority Health, Medicare, and Auto Accident coverage.
No referral is required. You can contact us directly to schedule a consultation. Your provider will assess your condition and confirm whether laser therapy is the right approach before beginning any treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Laser Therapy
Book Your Laser Therapy Appointment in Livonia
If chronic pain, a nerve condition, a tendon injury, or a complex musculoskeletal condition has not fully responded to other conservative care, Class IV laser therapy may be the component that makes the difference. At True Health Chiropractic, we apply it with clinical precision within a coordinated plan built around your specific condition.
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Call or text us at 734-941-2211 or book online to schedule at our Romulus location.