SATURDAY

08.30 Registration

09.00 Welcome, Overview, Introduction All instructors

09.30 Basic Laser Physics & Laser safety T. Hode

Topics include concepts of wave length, dose, bandwidth, coherence, power density,

frequency, polarization, etc. Laser safety includes overview and use of different

types of lasers, Class 3 and Class 4 lasers, use of safety goggles, etc.

10.30 Doctor’s experience: General practice J. Berka

Dr. Berka is a general practitioner in the fields of naturopathy, acupuncture and

chiropractics. In this section he summarizes his clinical experience, shares his

protocols, and provides insight into the use of laser phototherapy in a general

practice.

12.00 Lunch

13.00 Mechanisms of Laser Therapy T. Hode

This section covers the primary and secondary mechanisms of laser phototherapy.

Primary mechanisms include photon absorption, speckles formation, intensity

thresholds, ATP synthesis; ROS formation; triggering of transcription factors;

upregulation of gene expressions; etc. Secondary mechanisms are represented by

the cascade of processes induced by the primary mechanisms, and include tissue

regeneration; influence on nerve function and regeneration; immune responses and

anti‐inflammatory action; etc.

14.30 Dose, Time & Power Density T. Hode

Dose, time and power density are essential for a good clinical outcome. This section

covers issues such as optimal dosage, choice of laser type, wavelength, treatment

time, output power, etc.

15.30 Doctor’s experience: Women’s health A. Behling

Dr. Behling has specialized in women’s health and laser phototherapy. In this

section she summarizes clinical experience, shares her protocols, and provides

insight into the use of laser phototherapy in women’s health.

17.00 End of day

SUNDAY

09.00 Characteristics of a good laser instrument P. Jenkins

Consumer education provides practitioners with key points to consider when

chosing an instrument. Emphasis is placed on laser probe design and how that

influences penetration depth and treatment outcome. Also included is how to

critically evaluate claims from various manufacturers on the laser therapy market.

10.30 Treatment procedures, stepbystep

All instructors

Protocols for a number of indications are covered, and practical demonstrations are

provided in this interactive section of the seminar. The following indications are

scheduled to be covered, but since it’s an open discussion protocols for additional

indications are likely to be covered:

Special Protocol: Wound healing

Herpes & Shingles

Tendinopathies

Myofascial pains + trigger points

Musculoskeletal injuries

Osteoarthritis/Joints

12.00 Lunch

13.00 Treatment procedures, stepbystep

(continued) All instructors

Lymphedema & Circulation issues

Sports: Fatigue & Recovery

Tinnitus

Transcranial Treatments

Other indications / Open discussion / Q&A

15.30 Best Practices, Staff Education, Billing, etc. J. Mai/J. Berka

In this section we cover aspects that will help you integrate a laser into your

practice. Topics include billing, staff education, best practices, etc.

16.00 Practical application, Q&A All instructors

17.00 End of seminar