Light and Laser Therapy for Injury and Surgical Recovery in Greenville, NC
NON-INVASIVE • DRUG-FREE • NO DOWNTIME
Heal faster with less pain and swelling
Surgery does its job, but recovery is where things slow down: pain and swelling that won’t quit, scar tissue that limits movement, and pressure to cut back on pain medication.
Light and laser therapy works with your body’s natural healing process, with no medication side effects.
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- Knee, hip and shoulder surgery
- ACL, meniscus and labrum repair
- Foot and ankle surgery
- Sprains, strains and fractures
- Dental and oral surgery
- Old scar tissue and stiffness
How Light Therapy Speeds Recovery
Step 1
Repairs cells faster. Light gives damaged cells the energy they need to rebuild.
Step 2
Reduces swelling and pain. Better lymphatic drainage and circulation clear fluid and calm sensitive nerve endings. See light therapy for sprains and fractures
Step 3
Limits scar tissue. Light supports organized collagen, improving how scars look and move. See concentrated laser therapy
When to start treatment
Earlier is better, but it’s never too late. Most patients start within 1–2 weeks after surgery, once their surgeon clears them. Patients who come in months or years later can still benefit, especially for lingering pain, scar tissue and stiffness. Having foot or ankle surgery? See our foot and ankle pain page.
What Patients in Eastern NC Are Experiencing
“My recovery has been so much faster because of ATS. I would never even consider giving light therapy up. It has been a lifesaver for me!" – Blondie Marslender
What the Evidence Shows
Meta-Analysis, 2026
Across fracture trials, light therapy lowered pain at one week and improved grip strength at four weeks compared with placebo.
Randomized Trial, 2022
After knee replacement, older adults treated with low-level laser had less pain and used less morphine over the first 3 days than those given a placebo laser.
Randomized Trial, 2025
After knee replacement, 5 days of light therapy reduced swelling, and patients walked 27 meters in a 2-minute test compared with 16 meters without it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does red light therapy really work?
Studies show that red and near-infrared light therapy can stimulate cellular repair, reduce inflammation, and promote healing. Read the light therapy research on our blog.
How soon after surgery can I start light therapy?
Most patients begin within 1–2 weeks of their procedure, once the surgical site is closed and stable. We ask that you check with your surgeon before starting — and we’re happy to answer any questions they have about the therapy. Book a free consultation.
Will light therapy interfere with my surgical repair?
No. Light therapy works at the cellular level and does not affect hardware, implants, stitches, or surgical repairs. It does not generate heat sufficient to affect internal structures. Find out about whole body light therapy.
Is this covered by my insurance?
Our services are generally not covered by health insurance. However, we do offer Care Credit to help people easily afford our treatments.
Can light therapy help with scar tissue from an old surgery?
Yes. We regularly treat patients for scar tissue from surgeries that happened months or years ago. Older scar tissue responds more slowly than fresh inflammation, but it does respond — particularly to concentrated laser therapy applied directly to the scar.
Should I tell my doctor I’m getting light therapy?
Yes — and most doctors are fine with it. Light therapy is non-invasive and drug-free, and it does not affect surgical hardware or implants. That said, your surgeon knows your specific procedure and recovery timeline better than anyone, so it’s worth a quick mention at your next follow-up. If your doctor has questions about what we do, we’re happy to answer them.
We offer free, no obligation light therapy consultations! ($150 Value!)
Tell us about your surgery or injury and we’ll tell you what to expect based on your specific procedure. We serve patients across Pitt County and Eastern North Carolina.
Non-invasive • Drug-free • No downtime
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