Cold Laser Therapy for Cervical Osteoarthritis (OA) in Perth
Cervical osteoarthritis (OA), also known as cervical spondylosis, refers to age-related degeneration of the cervical spine joints and discs. It's a leading cause of chronic neck stiffness, reduced mobility, and neck-related headaches in older adults.
At Cold Laser Perth, we incorporate cold laser therapy into our integrative approach to help manage symptoms of cervical OA.
Common Signs and Symptoms
- Neck stiffness or a grinding sensation during movement
- Dull, aching pain that worsens with prolonged sitting or inactivity
- Reduced neck range of motion
- Discomfort radiating to the shoulders or upper back
- In more advanced cases, bone spurs (osteophytes) may irritate nearby nerves or narrow the spinal canal
How Cold Laser Therapy May Help
Cold laser therapy stimulates tissue regeneration and modulates inflammation. For cervical OA, it may:
- Reduce joint inflammation and stiffness
- Improve circulation and nutrient delivery to degenerative tissues
- Stimulate collagen production and fibroblast activity
- Relieve pain by decreasing nerve sensitivity
A study by Ozdemir et al. (2001) found that low-power laser therapy significantly improved pain and function in patients with cervical osteoarthritis.
Furthermore, a systematic review by Chow et al. (2009) concluded that LLLT is effective in reducing neck pain and disability, supporting its use in managing cervical OA.
Chiropractic Care for Cervical Osteoarthritis
In addition to laser therapy, chiropractors at Lakeside Chiropractic can assist with managing cervical OA through:
- Gentle joint mobilisation to support spinal movement and reduce joint stiffness
- Soft tissue therapy to ease tight neck and shoulder muscles that often worsen symptoms
- Dry needling or cupping (where appropriate) to reduce muscle tension
- Postural retraining and ergonomic advice for work, driving, and sleep
- Rehabilitation exercises aimed at improving neck strength and stability
This hands-on care complements laser therapy and addresses biomechanical issues that may contribute to ongoing pain or mobility restrictions.
To learn more about our chiropractic services in Joondalup, visit Lakeside Chiropractic.
Supporting Long-Term Management
- Cold laser therapy is often combined with:
- Corrective exercises for neck mobility and posture
- Sleep positioning advice to reduce overnight neck stress
- Education on modifying daily activities that aggravate the neck
- Ongoing chiropractic care or physiotherapy when needed
Together, this multimodal approach supports both pain relief and better long-term function.
Why Cold Laser Perth?
At Cold Laser Perth, we use the MR5 ACTIV PRO LaserStim®, which combines laser and electrical stimulation in a single device. We also often combine laser therapy with soft tissue techniques and tailored exercises to improve outcomes for persistent neck pain.
Book an Appointment
If you're dealing neck pain that just won’t ease up, book in for an assessment to find out if osteoarthritis is behind it. Cold laser therapy may be a helpful part of your recovery.
📍 Find us in Joondalup
📅 Book online at coldlaserperth.com.au
While outcomes can vary, many patients find this multi-modal approach helps improve over time. If you are having any shoulder or hip pain, feel free to contact Cold Laser Perth at Lakeside Chiropractic at 9300 0095 to see how we may be able to help or visit our website at www.coldlaserperth.com.au for more information.
📍 Serving the Joondalup & Northern Suburbs of Perth Lakeside Chiropractic is central to the northern suburbs of Perth, located in the City of Joondalup.
If you are in the surrounding suburbs such as Yanchep - 6035, Tapping - 6065, Carramar - 6031, Currambine - 6028, Wanneroo - 6065, Heathridge - 6027, Edgewater - 6027, Gnangara - 6077, Mullaloo - 6027, Padbury - 6025, Kingsley - 6026, Woodvale - 6026, Banksia Grove - 6031, or Duncraig - 6023, our team is here to assist you.
References
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- Özdemir, F., Birtane, M., & Kokino, S. (2001). The clinical efficacy of low-power laser therapy on pain and function in cervical osteoarthritis. Clinical Rheumatology, 20(3), 181–184. https://doi.org/10.1007/s100670170061
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- Chow, R. T., Johnson, M. I., Lopes-Martins, R. Á. B., & Bjordal, J. M. (2009). Efficacy of low-level laser therapy in the management of neck pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised placebo or active-treatment controlled trials. The Lancet, 374(9705), 1897–1908. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(09)61522-1
Dr. Kaitlyn (Yun Qi) Lau
I was first introduced to the world of Chiropractic in my teenage years, when I was given the opportunity to observe my cousin who is a chiropractor. During my brief time in observation, I witnessed the wonder of chiropractic and it was truly a miracle to me, seeing how it can change a person’s life. An old lady came in limping with chronic pain, after the treatment, she walked out perfectly fine with a big smile on her face. She held onto my hand to say thank you to me, even though I was just standing there doing nothing. It filled with me with such joy and fulfillment that in that instance, I made up my mind to become a chiropractor, no matter what it took. I graduated from Murdoch University with Distinction honours in 2016. During these 5 years at University, I participated in a 2 week placement in Northern India, called “Hands on India”, helping to raise over $80,000 to assist the communities living in poverty there, in return, I gained a wealth of knowledge and I was humbled by the amazing people there. In my role at Lakeside Chiropractic, I endeavor to provide excellent Chiropractic care and health advice to our community. I keep myself current with the best available research and professional development opportunities. I absolutely love being a Chiropractor and find that one of the most rewarding parts is being able to assist my patients in expressing their optimal health. My special interests are cervicogenic migraine, TMJ and sciatic pain. I especially love helping our moms-to-be achieve their best shape along the journey, this lead me to recently attended seminars for women’s fertility and pregnancy care essentials. Outside of the clinic, I enjoy my routine of going to yoga and pilates 3 times a week, as well as being a couch potato in front of TV with family. Born and raised in Malaysia, I am also fluent in Cantonese and Mandarin.
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