FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Laser Therapy safe?
Absolutely, Laser Therapy is completely safe, painless and drug-free. And our Laser Therapy unit is approved by Health Canada. However, we will not treat anyone who is pregnant, has active seizures or if you are currently having any cancer treatments.
Is Laser to Quit Smoking Covered under medical?
Yes. Low Level Laser Therapy is used to stimulate the acupuncture points on the body. The practitioner operating the laser is a Registered Acupuncturist; therefore, as long as the medical plan has acupuncture coverage, the cost can be billed. The only part that is guaranteed not be covered is the tax.
What part of the body is treated?
Laser is applied to specific acupuncture or energy points located on the ears, face, hands and arms. The actual points vary depending on the specific problem being treated such as smoking, pain management, weight loss or anxiety.
How long does a session take?
A typical session takes between 30- 60 minutes depending on each person’s individual situation.
How many treatments will be needed?
It should only take one treatment to quit smoking. However, JustQuit Laser Therapy want to make sure each client will be successful long term so a follow up treatment is required the following day.
Are the treatments guaranteed?
Results vary from client to client. However, JustQuit Laser Therapy has a 92% success rate for smoking cessation.
How effective is Laser Therapy to quite smoking?
Results are exceptionally high compared to alternative methods such as the nicotine patch, nicotine gum, anti depressant drugs, cold turkey, stop smoking pills or potions and hypnosis, etc.
Weight Loss
We cannot make the necessary lifestyle changes for you. Laser Therapy is not a “magic wand”. It is designed to help you overcome the initial obstacles to losing your excess weight.
How effective is Laser Therapy for weight loss?
It’s very effective; The majority of our clients who make the necessary lifestyle changes such as developing healthy eating and exercise habits lose about 8 – 10 pounds per month. The prime function of Laser Therapy is to stimulate (accelerate) the metabolism, suppress the appetite and control food cravings.