Laser Therapy for Neck Pain Relief
Neck pain makes everyday things—turning your head, working at a screen, sleeping—harder than they should be. ReliefNow’s Regenerative Medical Laser™ is a Class IV (high-power) photobiomodulation treatment that may help calm irritated tissues, reduce inflammation, and ease pain so you can move more comfortably. Results vary by person; your provider will confirm if laser therapy is appropriate for you.
Who may benefit from laser therapy
Many people with neck pain caused by irritated soft tissues or joints may benefit from laser therapy. Your provider will evaluate your specific case and determine if it’s appropriate for you.
Conditions we commonly see
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Muscle strain/overuse (“tech neck,” posture-related)
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Whiplash or minor sprain/strain
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Cervical facet joint irritation
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Arthritis/degenerative changes (non-surgical cases)
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Disc irritation without severe neurologic deficits
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If you have severe pain, new weakness, numbness in both arms, loss of bladder/bowel control, fever, or recent major trauma, seek urgent medical care.
How laser therapy may help neck pain
Our Regenerative Medical Laser™ uses specific wavelengths of light to stimulate cellular activity—a process called photobiomodulation. In many patients, this may help calm inflammation, improve micro-circulation, and ease painful muscle guarding so the neck can move more comfortably. Results vary; your provider will tailor settings to your condition.
Laser therapy is non-invasive and drug-free. It’s not a cure-all and individual outcomes vary based on diagnosis and overall health.
What to expect at your visit
Your ReliefNow® provider will tailor care to your goals and medical history. Visits are typically brief and non-invasive. No injections. No downtime. Your provider will tell you what to expect based on your exam.
What to expect at your visit
Your ReliefNow® provider will tailor care to your goals and medical history. Visits are typically brief and non-invasive. No injections. No downtime. Your provider will tell you what to expect based on your exam.
The number of visits varies by person and diagnosis. Your provider will recommend a plan that fits your condition and goals.
Safety & who isn’t a good candidate
Laser therapy is non-invasive and generally well-tolerated. Your ReliefNow® provider will screen for precautions and set appropriate parameters. Treatment is not a cure and results vary.
Usually OK with provider guidance
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Mild–moderate neck pain from irritated soft tissues or joints
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Posture/overuse (“tech neck”) or whiplash strain
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Arthritis or degenerative changes without red-flag symptoms
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Patients seeking a drug-free, non-invasive option
Tell your provider before treatment
- Active cancer in or near the treatment area
- Pregnancy (avoid abdomen/low-back; provider discretion for neck)
- Active infection, open wounds, or bleeding disorders in area
- Known photosensitivity or photosensitizing medications
- Over the eyes (protective eyewear is required)
- Uncontrolled thyroid disease (avoid direct application over thyroid)
This page is educational and not medical advice. Seek urgent care for severe or worsening symptoms, new weakness or numbness, fever, or after significant trauma.
What does the research say?
Studies on photobiomodulation (laser therapy) for neck pain show small-to-moderate short-term pain reductions for some patients. A large meta-analysis of randomized trials reported reduced pain after treatment for acute neck pain, and benefits lasting up to 22 weeks in some chronic cases; authors advised cautious interpretation due to variation between trials. More recent work on high-intensity/Class IV protocols suggests added benefit when combined with exercise, though certainty is low to moderate and results vary. Laser therapy is best used as part of a comprehensive plan your provider tailors to you.