What is laser therapy?
Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is a safe and effective adjunct method to help people quit habits like smoking, vaping nicotine, alcohol, marijuana, cannabis, and more. The treatment is a non-invasive, safe, and holistic method for treating symptoms related to withdrawal and cravings. Low-level laser light is applied to specific points on the ears, head, arms, legs, and other tissues.
PLEASE NOTE: Laser quit therapy treatment, and the Laser Quit Prep Guide should NOT be considered a replacement for the medical advice of a doctor, psychologist, professional counselor, group support, mental health support service, or similar. Always consult a doctor regarding changes or use of substances, medications, supplements, etc., and any other health concern. Laser is NOT a medical treatment NOR intended to treat medical conditions including any substance use disorder. Results are not guaranteed.
How does laser therapy work?
The purpose of laser therapy to help people quit smoking is to stimulate a strong release of neurotransmitters such as dopamine, serotonin, and endorphins – the body’s natural feel-good chemicals. This can help reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms in order to help break the addiction cycle to various substances including nicotine. The treatment is intended to be an adjunct treatment and complementary to traditional approaches.
How does laser therapy treatment feel?
Most people find that laser therapy is very relaxing with minimal side effects. Some report that during treatment they feel a warm and pleasant “heaviness”.
Where is the laser applied?
Laser is applied to specific energy points (also called acupuncture points) on the head, face, ears, arms, hands, legs, and feet.
Is laser therapy safe?
Yes. Low-level laser therapy has been utilized for many years with little to no side effects for most people. The main precaution is that clients must wear specialized glasses to protect against laser light entering the eyes. You are provided protective glasses for every treatment.
Certain health conditions can be contraindicated for laser therapy and these include but are not limited to: epilepsy, cancer, pregnancy, seizures, hemophilia, photosensitivity and similar. Consult with your doctor regarding any concerns. You are welcome to reach out to Ottawa Laser Solutions via email, text or the phone as well before booking an appointment with any questions. For more safety information, you can also check out this blog post: Is Laser Therapy Safe?
Is treatment guaranteed?
Results cannot be guaranteed just like a doctor cannot guarantee that medication “will work” for any particular health concern. With this being said, Ottawa Laser Solutions has many years of clinical experience and documented successful outcomes using low intensity laser therapy for the purposes of symptoms related to withdrawal and cravings for various substances.
Can I try one treatment?
All laser therapy programs include two treatments. Results are maximized with the completion of the 2 treatments included with each program. Especially challenging cases may require additional “booster” treatments for satisfactory results. Results are not guaranteed.
What if I want or need treatment for more than one concern?
If you are seeking laser treatment for more than one concern the order in which the concerns are addressed isn’t something that should necessarily be decided before the first treatment.
Ottawa Laser Solutions suggests that when a client has multiple substance use concerns, the best practice is to complete the first treatment and then subsequently see what concern feels easiest for the client to tackle first. Thereafter, the treatment program is tailored to align with your individual response and goals.
It should be no surprise that you may need extra booster treatment(s) beyond the program you sign up for in order to manage multiple concerns, or especially challenging situations.
How long is the duration of treatment(s)?
Initial appointments are usually about 45 minutes. Subsequent treatment times are typically around 30-45 minutes.
How do I prepare for my first laser quit treatment?
Preparing for your first laser quit appointment is just as critical as receiving laser treatment itself.
Lazer Dave has authored a short 10-page self-help manual called the “Laser Quit Therapy Prep Guide”. This ebook is in PDF format and will be emailed to you after you have signed up for a laser quit program and paid the $50 deposit/prep guide fee (non-refundable). This guide is intended to be for informational purposes only and does not replace the advice or recommendations of a doctor or other health professional you are consulting with for your substance use concern(s).
Is Laser Quit Therapy Treatment Guaranteed?
Just like a doctor CANNOT guarantee that medication will work, results with laser are also NOT guaranteed. The public, in some cases, has been marketed the idea that laser is almost magical in its effectiveness and that withdrawal symptoms will just “poof” — totally disappear. This is simply NOT realistic.
However, scientific studies and clinical results support the fact that laser therapy can be very effective for helping with symptoms related to withdrawal and cravings for various substances including nicotine, alcohol, marijuana, cannabis, and more.
Do you offer discounts?
Ottawa Laser Solutions competes by service and expertise as one of Ottawa’s leading therapy experts.
Ottawa Laser Solutions is proud to offer a unique combination of health professional education, modern acupuncture training, the latest laser therapy research, and years of clinical success to the residents of the greater Ottawa area.
With this being said, Ottawa Laser Solutions does offer 10% OFF for groups of 2 or more. The group discount must be requested when booking the first appointment, and is not applicable thereafter.
How long do results last after treatment?
Every client has their own individual experience and their reaction to laser therapy for the purposes of withdrawal symptoms for nicotine, alcohol, marijuana, cannabis, etc.
However — the majority of clients do experience some degree of relief or reduction in the intensity of withdrawal/cravings symptoms during the first few critical days after treatment. Many clients report it is easier to quit their substance of concern versus other methods they have previously utilized.
Sometimes, results are not tangible or noticeable until after the second treatment included with each laser quit program is completed. In rare cases or for especially challenging concerns, it may take further treatment(s) until satisfactory results accrue and are realized.
Similar to a doctor not being able to guarantee that medication will “work”, results for laser quit therapy cannot be guaranteed.
What about medical conditions?
Generally, laser therapy is very safe for the majority of health conditions and medications.
Contraindications to treatment can include pregnancy, cancer, epilepsy, recent seizure activity, and photosensitivity. Consult with your doctor regarding any concerns. In addition to consulting a doctor, you are also welcome to reach out to Ottawa Laser Solutions via email, text or the phone with any questions. For more safety information, you can also check out this blog post: Is Laser Therapy Safe?
Please note that Ottawa Laser Solutions is NOT a doctor and does NOT treat medical conditions with laser therapy. Laser therapy is an adjunct therapy method and does not replace the advice of a doctor or other health care provider(s). Always consult a doctor regarding any health concerns, changes in medications, supplements or similar.
Who Performs Laser Treatment? How Is Service Billed? What Will My Receipt Display?
1530910 Ontario Limited performs all treatments. Your payment receipt will show the service performed by 1530910 Ontario Limited as “Laser Quit ******* (Your Program/Booster Treatment).” Receipts are as is and not issued in any other format.
How much does the Ottawa Laser Therapy Program To Quit Smoking cost?
The total cost of the program is $300+ taxes. This includes the Laser Quit Therapy Prep Guide and two treatments. The second treatment must be utilized within two weeks of the first treatment.
Do you charge an extra fee to stimulate appetite suppression points?
No. Some clinics charge an extra $100 for appetite suppression points treatment. Dave INCLUDES treatment of these points with his program fees.
How much do Dave’s other laser therapy quit therapy programs cost?
The rest of Dave’s Laser Therapy Quit Programs for alcohol, marijuana, drugs, compulsive behaviors, stress, and others cost $350+ taxes. Each program includes two treatments, just like his Ottawa Laser Therapy Quit Smoking Program. The second treatment must be utilized within two weeks of the first treatment.
How much do booster treatments cost?
If required, additional treatments beyond the 2 included with each program cost $85+taxes.
Should I come in for the second treatment?
Even if clients are doing very well after the initial treatment for any laser quit program, Ottawa Laser Solutions encourages clients to come in for their second treatment to maximize long term results.
I’m concerned about weight gain after I quit smoking — what can you do?
Unlike the competition which typically charges an extra $100 for treatment of appetite suppression points, Ottawa Laser Solutions INCLUDES appetite suppression and weight-loss point stimulation with laser quit smoking treatment programs.
Do I really need to read the Laser Quit Therapy Prep Guide?
Yes. Preparation and the commitment to change you bring to your first treatment is EQUALLY AS IMPORTANT as receiving laser treatment.
Dave will assume you have read, at minimum, the first two pages of the guide and instituted reasonable steps to maximize results.
Choosing not to read the Prep Guide ahead of time and thereby not preparing yourself before your first appointment means you should not be surprised that it may take extra booster treatment(s) beyond the 2 treatments included with each laser quit program to promote maximum results.
While the results of laser therapy for the purposes of quitting smoking, alcohol, marijuana, cannabis, etc. are often positive — laser therapy is NOT a magical pill and will likely require some serious effort and preparation on your part to be successful.
When is the best time to book an appointment?
Typically, when you are thinking about quitting, as it is very easy to come up with an excuse to put off quitting smoking, alcohol, marijuana, cannabis, etc. — don’t fall into this trap.
With this being said, it is generally recommended to schedule a first appointment during a time when general stress levels are not abnormally high. However, at the same time, and with the way the world is nowadays — there may never be the “perfect” time to book an appointment.
What is most important is your motivation/intent to quit, Ottawa Laser Solution’s availability, and ultimately any advice from your doctor or other health professional you are consulting with for your concern when choosing your appointment time(s).
Where are you located?
Dave works the Kanata and Westboro Physiocare location. Follow this link for more information: SCHEDULE APPOINTMENT.
What if I am a very heavy smoker or user?
The Ottawa Laser Therapy To Quit Smoking program is effective whether you smoke a little or a lot. Moreover, it does not matter whether you smoke cigarettes, vape, chew tobacco, use nicotine gum, smoke a pipe, consume cigars, etc. Laser treatment is typically effective for all nicotine consumption methods.
Can I transfer “unused” treatments to someone else?
No. Treatments are only usable by the original purchaser of the Program.
SCHEDULE APPOINTMENTS BY PHONE OR ONLINE
SCHEDULING POLICIES
- $50 Non-refundable Deposit. A $50 deposit is required for all Laser Quit Programs. Payment must be completed same day when scheduling by phone via etransfer (emails for each location immediately below) or credit card. When scheduling online, our missed appointment fee policy applies instead which allows us to charge you $50 in the event you miss your first appointment.
- Laser Quit Therapy Prep Guide. After making your first appointment, you will be emailed a PDF version of the Laser Quit Therapy Prep Guide. The Prep Guide is integral to all Laser Quit Programs. Lazer Dave will assume you have read, at minimum, the first 2 pages and taken reasonable preparation measures before your first treatment.
- Second Appointment. The second appointment (included with all program fees) is scheduled at the end of the first treatment (usually within 1-2 weeks).
- Cancelling/Rescheduling. Please commit to your designated laser quit therapy appointment time(s). If you cancel less than one business day before any scheduled appointment, we reserve the right to charge you a $50 late cancellation fee. If we perceive a cancellation/rescheduling pattern, we reserve the right to not reschedule further appointments and to discontinue treatment at our discretion.
SCHEDULE BY PHONE
KANATA PHYSIOCARE — TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS, SATURDAYS
613-254-5639
ETRANSFER $50 DEPOSIT :
kanata@physiocarephysiotherapy.com
WESTBORO PHYSIOCARE — FRIDAYS
613-722-3769
ETRANSFER $50 DEPOSIT :
ww@physiocarephysiotherapy.com
SCHEUDULE ONLINE
STEP 1: Choose clinic location BELOW
STEP 2: “Laser Therapy” under SERVICE CATEGORY
STEP 3: “Laser Quit” or “Laser Booster” under SERVICE
STEP 4: “1530910 Ontario Limited” under PRACTIONER
STEP 5: “Select Date & Time” to CONTINUE
FOR A CONSULTATION
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Serving the laser therapy nicotine, alcohol, and marijuana withdrawal symptom needs of the greater Ottawa area including Kanata, Nepean, Gatineau, Gleeb, Barrhaven, Manotick, Stittsville, Arnprior, Whitelake, Pakenham, Mississippi Mills, Carleton Place, Goulbourn, Carp, Dunrobin, Perth, Smiths Falls, Kingston and surrounding areas.