Safety ConsiderationsContraindications
Low level lasers are very safe for a wide variety of conditions. However, due to insufficient research studies, there are some cautionary practices that are recommended. As always, every individual is unique and must apply available information to his or her own situation.
Unless you have been specifically advised to do otherwise, here are the situations where low level laser use is not recommended:
The Classifications of QLaser Products
Q1000 Multi-Wavelength Multi-Frequency Resonating Lasers
The Q1000 (Legacy) and Q1000NG are registered with the FDA as Class I devices. Class I lasers as non-significant risk (NSR) devices. No safety precautions are required.
Q10 Multi-Wavelength Multi-Frequency Resonating Laser
Registered with the FDA as a Class I device. The FDA classifies Class I lasers as non-significant risk (NSR) devices. No safety precautions are required.
660 Flash Probe and 660 Enhancer Probe
Registered with the FDA as Class IIIA devices. Class III lasers can cause eye damage if viewed directly or in a highly reflective mirror. Other viewing such as looking at the laser beam shining on the skin is not dangerous. Care must be taken to ensure that the Probe is not shined in the therapist's or the client's eyes.
If you are concerned about your ability to prevent accidental viewing, you can purchase safety goggles specially designed for lasers.
808 Flash Probe and 808 Enhancer Probe
Registered with the FDA as Class IIIB devices. Class III lasers can cause eye damage if viewed directly or in a highly reflective mirror. Other viewing such as looking at the laser beam shining on the skin is not dangerous. Care must be taken to ensure that the Probe is not shone in the therapist's or the client's eyes. Special care must be taken with the 808 Enhancer as its light output is in the near-infrared region which is not visible to the eye.
If you are concerned about your ability to prevent accidental viewing, you can purchase safety goggles specially designed for lasers.
For more information...
- Laser Products and Instruments at the FDA's consumer information Web site
