Versatile Diode Laser In Podiatry For Foot Pain Toenail Fungus Wart
Removal
Versatility for numerous indications
Berylas laser solution is ideal for the treatment of onychomycosis,
plantar warts, neurovascular corns, intractable plantar keratosis
(IPK), low-level laser therapy (LLLT) and small podiatric surgery.
- Highly effective in onychomycosis: Berylas destroys nail fungus by
selective photothermolysis without damaging the nail plate or skin.
It is highly effective, has no side effects and the procedures are
very fast.
- Also for plantar warts: Berylas vaporises lesions effectively,
quickly and safely, even in multiple plantar wart cases, and
without side effects.
- Non-surgical solution for corns and IPK: The Berylas laser shortens
recovery time after corn and IPK treatment. It also precludes the
need to administer drug therapy and achieves visible improvement
from the first session. Its use is indicated in both acute and
chronic cases. It produces no residual pain or side effects.
- LLLT anti-pain therapy: The application of Berylas in LLLT mode
produces an anti-inflammatory, analgesic and tissue regeneration
effect in ulcers, post-surgical hallux valgus and painful and
inflammatory conditions such as plantar fasciitis, Achilles
tendinitis and metatarsalgia. LLLT shortens recovery time,
precludes the need to administer drugs and can be combined with
other treatments.
- Podiatric laser surgery: Another indication for Berylas is
podiatric surgery. Its great cutting and coagulation capacity makes
it a powerful surgical tool that minimises bleeding and provides
high precision in procedures such as matricectomy.
Why choose Berylas?
- Highly effective in the treatment of onychomycosis
- Can be used in young and diabetic patients
- Can be used as a base treatment or in combination with other
therapies
- Multi-application expandable platform for podiatric surgery
· Accelerated cellular growth and tissue repair. Cells absorb the
photon energy, which results in faster growth and repair for our
patients.
· Improved immune function. Laser light stimulates immunoglobulins
and lymphocytes, both of which are essential components of your
immune system.
· Improved vascular activity. The formation of new capillaries is
particularly beneficial because this speeds up your healing
process, reduces scar tissue, and closes wounds more quickly,
thereby reducing your risk of potential infection.
· Increased metabolic activity. Not only do damaged cells receive
greater quantities of nutrients, oxygen, and water from the
enhanced blood circulation, they are also able to take in and use
the nourishment more efficiently.
Podiatric Laser Treatments
Laser surgery is often a successful treatment for lesions, tumors
and nail disorders. Laser treatments do not damage tissue in
surrounding areas, are often painless, and allow patients to
recover quickly. Two common conditions that are successfully
treated with laser procedures are toenail fungus and warts.
Laser Toenail-Fungus Removal
Fungal toenails that do not respond to conventional treatments such
as topical or oral medications are often effectively managed with a
laser procedure. Certain lasers can precisely target the fungus and
destroy it. The procedure is generally completed in 30 minutes to
an hour.
Depending on the severity of the condition, some patients may
require more than one laser-treatment session. The majority of
patients can achieve optimal results by undergoing between one and
four treatments. Visible results are not immediate; nails begin to
look clear as they grow out in the months following treatment.
Laser Wart Removal
Warts on the foot (verruca or plantar warts) are noncancerous
growths, caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), that develop on the
soles of the feet. They can be successfully treated using a pulsed
dye laser, which is especially effective on large warts that have
grown internally, or spread to form a pattern of numerous warts.
For some patients, a local anesthetic is applied to the treatment
area to numb it. The laser then precisely targets the blood vessels
within the wart, which keeps nearby tissue from being harmed. The
laser uses intense light energy delivered in rapid pulses to heat
the capillaries that provide the wart's blood supply. This causes
the blood vessels to seal, destroying the tissue within the wart.
The number of treatments necessary varies depending upon several
factors, including the size of the warts and how many there are.
Frequently, the warts are eliminated within one to five laser
sessions.
Patients are able to return to all normal activities immediately
following treatment. For several days after the laser procedure,
the treatment site may be somewhat uncomfortable. It may also
remain slightly discolored for a number of weeks.
What causes toenail fungus?
Toenail fungus is caused when fungal bodies called dermatophytes
invade the area under the toenail and cause an infection. The area
under the nail is protected and kept warm and moist by shoes and
socks, providing ideal growing conditions for the fungus and making
toenail fungus especially hard to treat. The fungus that causes
toenail infections can typically be found in damp areas like public
pools, locker room floors, showers and pedicure salons.
What kinds of symptoms do toenail fungal infections cause?
Initially, the fungus will cause a yellowish or whitish
discoloration to form under the nail. Over time, the discoloration
will spread to the remainder of the nail, and the nail will become
brittle and ragged. Infected nails can cause pain and itching, with
pain increasing when pressure is applied or when wearing shoes.
Fungal infections can occur more commonly among people with
diabetes or other conditions that impair circulation and make it
more difficult for the immune system to fight off infections.
People with a family or personal history of toenail infections are
also more likely to become infected.
How is laser toenail fungus removal performed?
Toenail fungus can be especially stubborn to treat successfully
because it extends into the deeper layers of tissue beneath the
protective nail plate. Laser treatment for toenail fungus uses a
special laser designed to transmit focused energy deep below the
skin, targeting the fungal bodies and destroying them at their
roots. The Laser Genesis by Cutera provides optimized laser
treatment for toenail fungus by using strong bursts of energy in a
delivery system that is FDA-approved for toenail fungus treatment,
so patients can experience better results than many other types of
treatments. Depending on the severity of the toenail fungus, the
laser can be used as a standalone treatment or in combination with
other treatments for maximum results.
