For many practitioners, finding effective, non-invasive ways to speed up recovery and improve patient outcomes is imperative. Plastic surgeon and Assistant Professor of Aesthetic Medicine Dr George Christopoulos and advanced aesthetic nurse and wound healing expert Kate Monteith-Ross discuss how LED phototherapy can play a vital role in the healing process.
Dr George Christopoulos: “Wound healing can be challenging for both patient and clinician. We need to optimise the process from start to finish. LED phototherapy is a significant part of our protocol to help patients with wound care post-surgically.
“I treat with Dermalux’s Tri-Wave MD, which is a powerful LED phototherapy device to optimise the blood flow in the areas around the wound. This is a critical step to overcome any risk of hypoxia.
“Additionally, we try to control the epidermal bacterial load that is normally present in the skin. A potential infection can delay the healing process and lead to an unsightly scar. It is vital to utilise LED phototherapy before and after surgery to reduce the level of bacteria in the area, and reduce the risk of infection and prolonged inflammation.”
Kate Monteith-Ross: “Part of my practice includes the treatment of patients who have had botched plastic surgery, usually abroad. Patients come off the plane in a compromised physical state, in pain and emotionally raw. The role of LED phototherapy in their recovery is pivotal. We need to get the patient into a position where the skin barrier isn’t compromised, and their risk of infection is managed.
“Dermalux’s Tri-Wave MD is an incredibly powerful device. It works brilliantly in a medical setting, and the clinical applications allow you to truly tailor your treatment. The wavelengths are vital – they ensure you are getting targeted energy delivery to the area we want. This is key for optimum absorption, activating cells to get the maximum results.”
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