A Physical Therapist's Insights on Treating Ankle Sprains with Advanced Laser Therapy

James provided insights to FOX NEWS Sports regarding the various therapy options available to Mahomes for his sprained ankle. James Kalenderian, a licensed physical therapist at Sound Side Physical Therapy in Locust Valley, New York, commended the Chiefs' rehab team for their talent and successful results in swiftly getting the star quarterback back on the field.

According to Kalenderian, it is highly likely that they are utilizing a class-four cold laser in conjunction with their rehabilitation protocol and employing a skilled physical therapy and athletic trainer team. While multiple lasers are used in clinics, Kalenderian emphasized that not all cold lasers yield the same results. Other modalities can aid in the healing process alongside manual therapy techniques to improve joint mobility, soft tissue massage to alleviate muscle and tendon tightness, and prescribed exercises to strengthen and enhance flexibility.

Kalenderian particularly finds class-four cold laser therapy beneficial in his practice on Long Island, noting its ability to alleviate pain and expedite recovery. In his 24 years of practice, he has never witnessed a modality accelerating healing as rapidly as this class-four cold laser. Unlike the typical cold laser therapy often used in rehabilitation, the class-four laser stands out due to its higher power and wavelength, enabling more profound healing properties.
Kalenderian shared a success story of a patient who arrived on crutches with an ankle sprain but made a remarkable recovery after undergoing five laser treatments combined with conventional physical therapy, ultimately returning to the field and becoming the game's high scorer. As Kalenderian emphasized, the greater the power and wavelength of the laser, the more effectively it penetrates damaged cell tissues, expediting the healing process. While various types of lasers are employed in clinics, it's crucial to note that not all cold lasers are equal.