LASER SERVICES

I was a dental assistant for 16 years and that really messed up by back! After consistent laser and chiropractic treatment at Houk Chiropractic I have more and more good days. It has been great physically and mentally. I highly recommend this procedure and will continue to have maintenance with laser treatment. Thank you Houk Chiropractic

Nikki | Spokane, WA

Had an injury strain from a Pickle Ball game. Was in constant pain with every movement. Houk Chiropractic came to my rescue with the MLS Laser. Had substantial pain relief after 1st visit and after a couple more the pain had subsided. Got to enjoy my grandkids at Christmas pain free. Thank you!

Rhonda | Spokane, WA

The staff and providers are incredibly professional, kind, and proficient in their treatment. I have been very impressed and thankful of all of them!! I would highly recommend them for chiropractic, laser and massage therapy! Thank you Dr Apple for your thoughtful and thorough care!!

Joanna | Spokane, WA (or Newport, WA)

The laser completely removed the pain that was in my knees. I could barely walk before I started the laser therapy. It works like a champ!

Lee | Cheney, WA

MLS Laser Therapy at Houk Chiropractic: Advanced healing & Pain Relief

MLS Laser Therapy is an effective, painless treatment for all types of pain relief that has been cleared by the FDA and and backed by research from institutions like Harvard Medical School, this therapy uses synchronized dual-wavelength laser energy to stimulate tissue repair, improve circulation, and promote long-term recovery.

Our laser is a dual-waved synchronized fully robotic MLS Laser. Our laser uses specific wavelengths of light that have a strong anti-inflammatory, anti-edema effect on tissues that are exposed to the laser. As a result of the MLS Laser, the cells of tendons, ligaments, muscles and nerves repair themselves faster. In simple terms, laser energy kick-starts the healing process, thereby speeding recovery. So no matter if you have long standing pain from prior surgery, injury, arthritis, or you have a new injury our laser therapy can help.

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Conditions MLS Laser Therapy Can Help

Sprains, strains, and tendonitis
Arthritis and joint pain
Post-surgical recovery and scar tissue
Nerve pain and radiating discomfort
Sports injuries and overuse conditions

Benefits of MLS Laser Therapy

Rapid pain relief without drugs or surgery
Reduced inflammation and swelling
Accelerated tissue repair and wound healing
Improved blood circulation and nerve function
Non-invasive and painless with no known side effects

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What makes our MLS Laser Unique?

Laser Therapy FAQs

How MLS Laser Therapy Works

Our robotic MLS Laser delivers precise wavelengths of light to penetrate deep into muscles, tendons, and ligaments. This triggers a powerful anti-inflammatory response, reduces swelling, and enhances cellular repair—whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing arthritis, or seeking relief from chronic pain.

What to Expect

MLS Laser Therapy is quick and convenient, with sessions lasting 4–15 minutes. Most patients receive treatments 2–3 times per week, with noticeable improvement after just a few visits. Unlike pain-masking treatments, MLS Laser Therapy addresses the root cause, leading to long-term relief.

Complementary Care

MLS Laser Therapy works seamlessly with chiropractic adjustments and medical massage therapy, enhancing mobility and speeding recovery. By integrating these therapies, we provide a comprehensive, results-driven approach to musculoskeletal health.

What makes our MLS Laser Unique?

MLS Laser Therapy is a patented emission system created to achieve an efficient and simultaneous effect on pain, contracture, inflammation, and edema in a short period of time. It delivers a unique combination and synchronization of continuous and pulsed wavelengths to distinguish it from any other Class IV lasers. The capability to deliver safe, controlled laser energy that penetrates deep into the tissue, provides more accurate therapeutic dose delivery, meaning consistent and repeatable results. The various therapeutic effects take place at the same time and reciprocally reinforce each other, without the risk of thermal damage.

Our robotic laser delivers symmetrical, precise, and evenly dispersed energy to the entire target tissue, eliminating the human error associated with manual and handheld lasers.

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10 benefits of MLS Laser Therapy

MLS® Laser Therapy has an anti-edema effect as it causes vasodilation, but also because it activates the lymphatic drainage system which drains swollen areas. As a result, there is a reduction in swelling caused by bruising or inflammation.
MLS® Laser Therapy has a beneficial effect on nerve cells. Our laser treatment blocks pain transmitted by these cells to the brain which decreases nerve sensitivity. Also, due to the decreased inflammation, there is less edema and less pain. Another pain blocking mechanism involves the production of high levels of pain killing chemicals such as endorphins and enkephalin from the brain and adrenal gland.
Photons of light from lasers penetrate deeply into tissue and accelerate cellular reproduction and growth. The laser light increases the energy available to the cell so that the cell can take on nutrients faster and get rid of waste products. As a result of exposure to laser light, damaged cells are repaired faster.
Laser light will significantly increase the formation of new capillaries in damaged tissue which speeds up the healing process, closes wounds quickly and reduces scar tissue. Additional benefits include acceleration of angiogenesis, which causes temporary vasodilation and increase in the diameter of blood vessels.
MLS® Laser Therapy creates higher outputs of specific enzymes, greater oxygen and food particle loads for blood cells.
MLS® Laser Therapy creates higher outputs of specific enzymes, greater oxygen and food particle loads for blood cells.
MLS® Laser Therapy reduces the formation of scar tissue following tissue damage from cuts, scratches, burns or surgery.
Slow recovery of nerve functions in damaged tissue can result in numbness and impaired limbs. Laser light speeds the process of nerve cell reconnection and increase the amplitude of action potentials to optimize muscle heal- ing.
Laser light has a direct effect on immunity status by stimulating immunoglobulins and lymphocytes. Laser emissions are absorbed by chromophores (molecule enzymes) that react to laser light. Upon exposure to the laser, the enzyme flavomononucleotide is activated and starts the production of ATP (adenosine- triphosphate), which is the major carrier of cell energy and the energy source for all chemical reactions in the cells.
Laser light stimulates fibroblast development in damaged tissue. Fibroblasts are the building blocks of collagen, which is the essential protein required to replace old tissue or to repair tissue injuries. As a result, MLS® Laser Therapy is effective post surgically and in the treatment of open wounds and burns.

FAQs

MLS Laser Therapy does not require the use of drugs or surgery, there are no known side effects, and it is quick and convenient. According to studies performed by top academic institutions, such as Harvard University, laser therapy is equal to or more effective than other forms of therapy.
No, laser therapy does not hurt. There is little or no sensation during treatment.
The length of a typical treatment session is 10 to 15 minutes. However, it depends on the size of the area being treated. Treatments are usually received 2-3 times a week. Treatment plans are determined on an individual basis.
The number of treatments depends on the nature of the condition being treated. The typical course of treatment takes between 6 to 12 visits.
You may feel improvement to your condition after 1 to 3 treatments. For some more chronic conditions, it may take up to 6 visits to feel the benefits of laser therapy. Not everyone responds to laser therapy in the same way.
MLS Laser Therapy is about healing. With MLS Laser Therapy, we are not masking or covering up a condition, but rather, treating the root of your pain and inflammation. Because of this, many patients have seen long-term results.
Yes, MLS Laser Therapy is sometimes more effective when combined with other forms of therapy, including physical therapy, chiropractic, massage, soft tissue mobilization, electrotherapy, and following surgery.