Does laser therapy burn?

No. Low-level lasers do not heat or cut tissue; most people feel nothing.

Low-Level Laser Therapy in Uijeongbu, Korea

In short: Low-power laser light (GP-1060L) applied to painful muscles and joints to support tissue recovery and reduce pain.

What is Low-Level Laser Therapy?

Low-level laser therapy (photobiomodulation) uses light at specific wavelengths that penetrate the skin without heating it, aiming to reduce inflammation and support cellular repair in muscles, tendons and around joints.

At a glance

Type: Physical therapy
Korean name: 저출력 레이저 치료
Performed or prescribed by: Dr. Ji Seung-hun, neurosurgeon
Where: Yonsei Leaders Neurosurgery Clinic, 1 minute from Balgok Station Exit 2, Uijeongbu

How it works, step by step

Protective eyewear is provided.
The probe is applied over each treatment point for a set time.
Painless; most people feel nothing or slight warmth.

Conditions it is used for

Tennis Elbow: Pain on the outside of the elbow from overused forearm tendons, common in office workers, cooks and parents as well as racket players.
Knee Osteoarthritis: Wear of the knee cartilage causing pain, stiffness and swelling, especially on stairs and after walking.
Achilles Tendinopathy: Pain and stiffness in the Achilles tendon at the back of the heel, common in runners and hikers.
De Quervain's Tenosynovitis: Painful inflammation of thumb tendons at the wrist, common in new parents and heavy smartphone users.
Plantar Fasciitis: Sharp heel pain with the first steps in the morning, caused by overload of the thick band under the foot.

Benefits

Painless
No downtime
Useful adjunct for tendon and joint pain

Recovery and aftercare

None required.

How many sessions will I need?

Usually part of a series of physical therapy visits.

Cost and insurance

Coverage depends on the exact procedure and your National Health Insurance (NHIS) status; the doctor explains costs before treatment. Many Korean private indemnity (실손) policies reimburse non-covered items. See the full price and insurance guide.

Book: call 031-874-7500. Yonsei Leaders Neurosurgery Clinic, 3F Yugyeong Bldg II, 181 Hoeryong-ro, Uijeongbu, Korea, 1 minute from Balgok Station Exit 2. Open Mon–Fri 09:00–20:00, Sat 09:00–14:00. See directions and international patient help.

Yonsei Leaders Neurosurgery