Low-Level Laser Therapy for Chronic Neck Pain: Proof & Promise

Nicole Miller
Sep 28
2 min read

Chronic Neck Pain in Your Patients

Chronic neck pain is one of the most common complaints you see daily. Patients come in after years of meds, stretching, or failed therapies. They want relief without pills or surgery.

That’s where research matters. A 2006 randomized trial showed low-level laser therapy can reduce pain and improve function in chronic neck cases. For chiropractors, that means another tool to drive outcomes and build trust.

Source: PAIN Journal, 2006

What the Study Showed

Ninety chronic neck pain patients enrolled.
They received 14 sessions over 7 weeks.
The active group got 300 mW, 830 nm laser.
The placebo group got a sham device.
Pain, disability, and quality of life were measured.

Results:

Pain dropped 2.7 cm on a 10 cm scale with real laser.
Placebo patients got worse by 0.3 cm.
Functional scores improved more in the laser group.
Quality of life improved in physical measures.
Benefits lasted through 12 weeks.

This is not a “soft” outcome. It’s measurable, durable change in pain and function.

Why Chiropractors Should Pay Attention

Chiropractic patients want safe, non-narcotic options. They already trust you for hands-on care. Adding low-level laser therapy:

Supports tissue healing and pain control.
Complements adjustments, soft tissue, and rehab.
Fits seamlessly into multimodal care plans.
Adds an evidence-based service you can bill for.

This positions you as the provider offering more than “back cracking.” You become the recovery specialist who blends manual skill with advanced modalities.

Low-Level Laser Therapy in Your Practice

At Colebrook Medical Solutions , we equip chiropractors with the exact technology proven in clinical research. Parameters like 300 mW and 830 nm light aren’t random—they are what showed results in trials.

Implementation is easy:

No extra staff required.
No inventory headaches.
Patients receive training and follow-up.
You receive reimbursement for oversight.

It’s a new revenue stream without more hours in the office.

Take the Next Step

Chronic neck pain patients are everywhere. They’re tired of drugs and quick fixes. They’re searching for noninvasive, proven relief. Give them more than hope. Give them results.

Contact Colebrook Medical Solutions to learn how to bring low-level laser therapy into your practice today.