treatments · therapeutic laser therapy
Pain relief without medication, surgery, or downtime.
REMY laser therapy uses specific wavelengths of light to reduce inflammation, accelerate tissue healing, and provide drug-free pain relief for many foot and ankle conditions. Sessions are quick, painless, and require no recovery time — making it one of the most accessible advanced treatment options we offer.
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Wheat Ridge ⛰ Boulder ⛰ Arvada ⛰ Lakewood ⛰ Golden ⛰ Edgewater ⛰ Louisville ⛰ Lafayette ⛰ Superior ⛰ Broomfield ⛰ Erie ⛰ Longmont ⛰
how it works
Therapeutic laser stimulates healing at the cellular level.
MLS (Multiwave Locked System) laser therapy uses two specific wavelengths of light delivered simultaneously to penetrate tissue and stimulate cellular processes. The energy is absorbed by mitochondria — the energy-producing structures within cells — promoting increased cellular activity, reduced inflammation, improved circulation, and accelerated tissue repair.
Unlike surgical lasers that cut tissue, therapeutic lasers operate at much lower power densities and don't generate heat that damages tissue. The treatment is completely non-invasive, painless during application, and produces no side effects when properly administered. Most patients describe the sessions as comfortable and relaxing.
KEY FEATURES OFMLS LASER THERAPY
— Non-invasive treatment. No needles, no incisions, no breaks in the skin — just targeted light energy applied to the affected area.
— Quick treatment sessions. Most sessions take 5 to 15 minutes depending on the treatment area.
— No downtime. Resume normal activities immediately after each session — no recovery period required.
— Drug-free pain relief. Reduces inflammation and accelerates healing without medications or systemic side effects.
Who This Is For
Built for patients seeking non-invasive options.
MLS laser therapy works well for a range of inflammatory and overuse conditions. Common uses include plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, sprains and strains, post-surgical recovery acceleration, and selected forms of arthritis-related foot pain.
The treatment is particularly valuable for patients who can't take anti-inflammatory medications, prefer drug-free approaches, are looking for non-invasive options before considering injections or surgery, or need to maintain activity levels during treatment.
Active patients — particularly Boulder runners and Front Range trail athletes — appreciate that laser therapy doesn't require any modification to training or activity. Sessions can fit into busy schedules, and the lack of downtime means no interruption to athletic goals.
Laser therapy works best as part of a comprehensive treatment plan rather than a standalone intervention. We integrate it with custom orthotics, biomechanical correction, stretching protocols, and other therapies to address both the symptom and the underlying cause.
CONDITIONS WE TREAT WITH LASER THERAPY
— Sprains & Strains
— Post-Surgical Recovery
Voted Best Podiatrist in the Best of Mile High — three years running.
RECOGNITION
We've been honored to be voted Best Podiatrist in the Best of Mile High in 2023, 2024, and 2025, and we've been named a Neighborhood Fave by Nextdoor. We've also earned a 4.8-star rating from more than 1,300 patients across our two offices. We mention this because we're proud of it — but also because those ratings are built one visit at a time, by real patients who took the time to say something. We don't take that lightly.
🏆 Best of Mile High 2023
🏆 Best of Mile High 2024
🏆 Best of Mile High 2025
⭐ Nextdoor Neighborhood Fave
how it works
Three steps to walking without pain again.
The path from your first phone call to lasting relief is simpler than most patients expect — and we'll walk you through every part of it.
STEP 1
Call to schedule
Pick the office that's most convenient — Wheat Ridge or Boulder — and call to book. New patients are always welcome, and most insurance plans are accepted.
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STEP 2
Come in for a thoughtful evaluation
Your first visit is a conversation, not a conveyor belt. We listen to your history, examine what's going on, and use in-office digital X-rays or musculoskeletal ultrasound if we need a closer look.
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STEP 3
Start a plan built around you
You'll leave understanding your condition, your options, and exactly what the next step looks like. No pressure, no upsell — just steady care.
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Related Resources
Keep reading from our patient education library.
Treated condition
Plantar fasciitis
One of the most common conditions we treat with MLS laser therapy, particularly in patients seeking non-invasive options.
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Achilles tendon pain in runners: causes, symptoms, and treatment
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related treatment
Regenerative medicine
PRP and regenerative therapies offer another non-surgical option for chronic tendon and ligament issues.
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Foot exercises for strong, pain-free feet
Stretching and strengthening that complements laser therapy and prevents recurrence.
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Radial shockwave therapy
Acoustic wave therapy provides another non-invasive option for chronic conditions, particularly when laser therapy alone hasn't been adequate.
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Heel pain decoded: plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, bursitis & more
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ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS
What patients ask about therapeutic laser therapy.
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Yes — clinical research supports the effectiveness of MLS laser therapy for several musculoskeletal conditions, particularly plantar fasciitis, tendinopathies, and inflammatory conditions. Outcomes are best when laser therapy is part of a comprehensive treatment plan that also addresses underlying biomechanical issues.
Effectiveness varies by condition and individual response. Acute and subacute conditions tend to respond more rapidly than long-standing chronic conditions. Patients who combine laser therapy with appropriate orthotics, stretching protocols, and activity modifications typically see better outcomes than those using laser therapy in isolation. We're honest about expected outcomes for your specific situation rather than overpromising results.
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Most patients require 6 to 12 sessions for full benefit, typically scheduled 2 to 3 times per week initially. Acute conditions may respond within fewer sessions; chronic conditions sometimes require longer treatment courses or maintenance sessions. Treatment plans are tailored to individual response.
Significant symptom improvement often occurs within the first 3 to 5 sessions, but completing the full recommended course produces more durable results. Some patients with chronic conditions benefit from periodic maintenance sessions after the initial course. We track your response throughout treatment and adjust the plan as needed — extending if more sessions would help, concluding when symptoms have resolved.
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No — MLS laser therapy is painless. Most patients feel only a comfortable warmth in the treatment area during the session. The treatment is non-invasive, requires no anesthesia, and produces no discomfort. Many patients find the sessions relaxing.
There's no break in the skin, no needle insertions, no thermal damage to tissue. The wavelengths used in therapeutic laser therapy are absorbed by cellular structures without generating problematic heat. This is fundamentally different from surgical lasers, which operate at much higher power densities and are designed to cut or destroy tissue. Therapeutic lasers stimulate healing rather than ablating tissue.
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MLS laser therapy has an excellent safety profile with no significant systemic side effects when properly administered. Rare local effects include temporary mild skin warming or redness that resolves within hours. The treatment doesn't interact with medications, doesn't require recovery time, and is appropriate for most patients.
Specific contraindications include active malignancy in the treatment area, pregnancy (over the abdomen or lower back), photosensitive medications, and a few other specific situations. We screen for contraindications before beginning treatment. The vast majority of patients are good candidates with no concerns. Our team monitors response throughout treatment and addresses any uncommon issues immediately.
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Insurance coverage for MLS laser therapy varies significantly by plan. Many plans cover it as part of physical therapy or rehabilitation services. Some plans consider it experimental or elective and don't cover it. Self-pay rates are typically reasonable per session.
Our front office team verifies your specific benefits before treatment so you have clear cost expectations upfront. For patients without coverage or with high deductibles, we discuss the per-session cost and typical course length so you can make an informed decision. HSA and FSA accounts can usually be used for laser therapy. We never recommend treatments primarily for revenue reasons — laser therapy is offered when we believe it will genuinely help your specific condition.
READY WHEN YOU ARE
Call to schedule your visit.
We see patients from across the Denver metro area at our Wheat Ridge and Boulder offices. Both locations are accepting new patients, and both offer free parking. Call whichever office is most convenient — we'll take it from there.