Low Level Laser Irradiation of Nerve Cells In Vitro

Abstract

Low energy laser treatment of patients with nerve injuries has been reported to achieve enhanced return of sensation in treated patients. Animal studies have shown reduction in scar formation and improved function following laser treatment of crushed sciatic nerves. However, these results remain controversial. Other clinical and animal studies fail to find any laser effect, and the biological basis for an effect has not been established. Studies of cultured fibroblasts have produced conflicting results, and there is little in vitro data regarding laser effects on nerve tissue. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of GaA1As low energy laser irradiation of rat cerebral cortical cells, and human nerve cells in vitro.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1996
Accession Number
ADA318712

Entities

People

  • James Jonathan

Organizations

  • Ohio State University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Amino Acids
  • Cells
  • Chemistry
  • Culture Techniques
  • Endoplasmic Reticulum
  • Growth Factors
  • Laser Applications
  • Laser Beams
  • Laser Therapy
  • Lasers
  • Neuroglia
  • Neurons
  • Peptide Growth Factors
  • Peripheral Nervous System
  • Proteins
  • Surgery
  • Teeth

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

Readers

  • Neuroscience
  • Nuclear and Radiation Engineering.
  • Oncology (Cancer Research).

Technology Areas

  • Directed Energy