What are endorphins and why is endorphin stimulation and release such a key part of the LLLT process?
Endorphins are small, protein molecules produced in the cells of the human body’s central nervous system and in many ways they act as mood elevators. The endorphins work with the receptors in the brain, spinal cord, and nerve endings to control pain as well as cravings for addictive substances such as nicotine. Stimulation of these endorphins and the body’s nerve endings through low level laser application is believed to reduce the symptoms normally associated with nicotine withdrawal by “awakening” the receptors through exposure to pure laser light which mimics the chemical effect that was formerly achieved through the act of smoking. These natural mood elevators are now stimulated via the life affirming power of light, instead of addictive nicotine and cancer causing carcinogens.
