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Contra-indications
The Endolaser 120
MUST NOT
be used for the below mentioned symptoms or medical
conditions.
Contra-indications
Low Level Laser Therapy should not be applied to:
•
eyes
•
over the low back, abdomen or pelvic region during pregnancy or menstruation
•
regions of known or suspected malignancy
•
actively bleeding tissue or persons with untreated haemorrhagic disorders
•
regions with recently radiated tissues (for 6 months following irradiation)
•
tissues infected with tuberculosis or other forms of virulent bacteria
•
persons with impaired cognition or communication
•
regions with active deep vein thrombosis or thrombophlebitis
•
persons with photosensitivity disorders (xeroderma pigmentosum) or systemic lupus
erythematosus
•
reproductive organs (testes)
•
over areas of decreased sensation
•
over the thyroid gland
•
over the heart or vagus nerve of cardiac patients
•
persons with infections who have a compromised immune function
•
persons with epilepsy
Note(s):
1.
Metal and plastic implants, as well as pacemakers, are not contra-indicated and LLLT can be used safely.
2.
The listed contraindications apply to both continuous and pulsed modes.
Potential adverse effects
•
Photosensitive reactions:
in some cases, patients may experience photosensitive reactions as
a result of the use of known pharmaceuticals. It is not yet clear why the combination of laser
treatment and such drugs cause this type of reaction in some patients. Patients who suffer from
allergies should firstly be tested using the minimum time length of treatment.
•
Devices
: metal or plastic plates and pacemakers
do not constitute any contra-indications for
the use of laser. The laser can be used safely on patients with metal or plastic implants, on
stitches and on patients with pacemakers.