Kayla Young
Pain relief is always a difficult topic. Of course, there are loads of drugs and chemicals that provide relief from pain. But many of them are… less than ideal… for pain relief. And some of them are absolute disasters!
There are several other methods of pain relief, including heat, cold, and even laser therapy. This article looks at one of the most popular devices for pain relief, the Laser Touch One by Renewal Technology, and is a detailed Laser Touch One Review.
The LTO is a handheld, rechargeable, laser therapy device that provides relief from chronic and acute pain, particularly in the shoulder, neck, and back. It gained popularity soon after Renewal Technology introduced it to the market due to two major reasons. The first reason was excellent customer reviews, and the second was the availability of an over-the-counter laser therapy option for pain relief.
One downside of using Laser Touch One for pain relief, however, is that it is not cheap. But what is it that makes it so popular among customers despite its high price? We’ll look at Laser Touch One Reviews from other users to find out.
Keep reading to find out the answers to any questions you might have regarding this fascinating product!
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Laser Touch One Review
Laser Touch One is a one-of-a-kind product that combines Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) and innovative design to provide relief from chronic pains, injuries, arthritis or muscle strains, etc. This article focuses on covering all the essential aspects of the product, including aesthetics, functionality, assembly, etc. to give you an overall review of Laser Touch One.
Key Features at a Glance
- Handheld, a lightweight laser therapy device
- Combines low-level laser therapy as well as micro-current electrical stimulation
- Rechargeable with a lithium battery
- Provides relief from chronic pain and adjunctive treatment for pain related to trauma or surgery
- Used with conductive gel
- Approved by FDA for over-the-counter use
Dimensions and Specs
- Dimensions: 10 x 7 x 2.5 inches
- Shipping weight: 1.4 pounds
The Details
Laser Touch One by Renewal Technology is the only over-the-counter laser treatment device that effectively combines two therapies for relief from acute and chronic pain. It uses a unique combination of low-level laser treatment and micro-current electrical stimulation to provide relief from neck, shoulder, back, leg, and arm pain.
When the user starts using this device, it activates two modalities at the same time. The manufacturer recommends using the lowest intensity current as increasing the intensity does not improve the performance.
Here is a short video showcasing the basics of how the Laser Touch One works.
It is useful in the treatment of various medical conditions like sciatica, knee and neck pain, rotator cuff injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, etc. The most interesting thing about this laser treatment is that it is also useful in treating chronic pain caused as a result of trauma or surgery. It is FDA approved for over-the-counter use and can be used conveniently at home.
Laser Touch One runs on a rechargeable lithium battery, and the user needs to apply an electro-conductive gel (included, but you should get more) before using it.
The device emits a low-intensity laser with a wavelength of about 620nm, and emits less than 1mw of energy. This is less powerful than a laser pointer! But this level of power has been found to be effective at pain relief when combined with the gel.
This device won’t tan you. The light it emits is completely different than UV light from a tanning bed.
This low-intensity laser reaches the tissue to provide relief from pain.
User Experience and Use
No products found.Renewal Technology has manufactured this device into a very impressive and convenient design that is easy to hold and use. Laser Touch One is a handheld device, and it is like holding a pen over the area of pain.
Some laser treatment devices can be a bit large and difficult to carry around with you but Laser Touch One’s unique design makes it lightweight, compact, and portable so that it does not take much space.
Due to its light weight, it is easy to move the LTO around and use it comfortably over the area of pain. If you buy the complete kit, you will be able to get an electro-conductive gel as well as a carrying case with it. The carrying case will help you to protect it from the usual wear and tear. It is also big enough to carry the device, gel, and charger in it.
Functionality
Renewal Technology’s Laser Touch One is clinically tested and proven to provide relief from chronic and acute pain. This makes it a viable option for you to invest in. User reviews of Laser Touch One are overwhelmingly positive and there are negligible known side effects. Even some cancer patients have found relief with the use of this device.
You can see the White Paper here published by Renewal Technologies for details on this study. It is a pretty solid study, though it was funded by Renewal Technologies. The study was conducted on 96 patients with current pain, and found that the LTO was more effective than competing units like TENS Units at lessening pain. Over 87% of patients in the study had significantly lower pain at the completion of the study.
It is quite easy to use — take a look at the manual and you can see the basics of it.
All you have to do is apply some conductive gel on the treatment area, switch on the device, and move it over the area in a circular motion for about two minutes until the device shuts off automatically. You will not feel any pressure on the skin, although you might experience a tingling feeling from the micro-current. You can safely perform the treatment five times a day.
The LTO comes with some conductive gel, but you will likely run out pretty quickly. You may want to pick up extra gel to have on hand.
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Laser Touch One Reviews
Customers who use the LTO are generally quite positive about how quickly and effectively it provides them relief from pain.
Similar to those in the clinical study, it doesn’t typically take users much time to experience the surprising benefits of this product. Some users were even able to avoid surgery and had a full range of motion in the affected area of the body.
Another great thing about using Laser Touch One is that you do not need a prescription to use it. This is great because you can instantly start using it to get relief from your aches and pain rather than going down the route of waiting to get a prescription.
And of course, the LTO is completely non-invasive, so it’s quite safe for most users to use. Note: don’t shine it in your eyes!
Material and Build Quality
Laser Touch One by Renewal Technology is very durable and lasts a long time. The company has designed it with a sturdy outer body which prevents it from breaking or cracking easily. Most users had no complaints about the durability of the device.
Some users, however, complained that after charging it for recommended 5 hours, the device would not switch on. Even after pressing the on-button several times, it would not power on or at least not consistently. Sometimes, even the light wouldn’t switch on, or the TENS unit would have trouble engaging.
This has a Lithium-Ion battery, similar to a cell phone, and over time these batteries store less and less power. This is an unfortunate circumstance but is true of all devices that use these batteries. Keep an eye on your device as it nears the 12-month period, and if it’s getting bad nearing 12 months, reach out to the company for a replacement.
Another problem reported by some users was with the tip and coil of the device.
The conductive gel gets under the tip, which requires replacing the tip and the coil. The cap sometimes also cracks if you take it off for cleaning. The company recommends users not to remove the cap themselves. The device has to be sent back to the company for a cap or battery replacement, which means additional shipping charges as the company does not allow you to visit on site.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning and maintenance of Laser Touch One are also quite easy. The only problem with cleaning and maintenance is the electro-conductive gel gets under the tip which you cannot clean. You will have to get a replacement for the tip and coil if the gel gets under it.
Pulling off the cap for cleaning makes the cap crack, so the company advises against doing this on your own.
You will have to send back the device to the company for cap replacement or for cleaning on that part. Most users find it a hassle to clean the tip as the gel gets under it after repeated use. The device is otherwise easy to maintain and clean.
Accessories
The accessories of Laser Touch One include an electro-conductive gel and a charger. If you buy the complete kit, you will find a carrying case with a zipper top containing Laser Touch One device, conductive gel, charger, instruction DVD, and a small flyer with instructions and information.
The easy-to-carry zipper case is made of smooth vinyl fabric, which is very useful in protecting the device from damages and scratches. It can also be used to carry all the accessories inside securely.
As mentioned, you will likely need more gel over time, since the included gel will only last so long.
The Bottom Line
The Laser Touch One by Renewal Technology is one of the best laser treatments for pain relief available. It is FDA approved for over-the-counter use. Additionally, it is the only product of its kind that uses a combination of low-level laser treatment and micro-current electrical stimulation for pain relief.
People with years of arthritis and muscle associated problems have found this product very useful for pain relief. The intricate technology and smart design make it very convenient for the customers to use it as a handheld pen-like device. The only shortcoming that we came across was the high price of the product.
That said, the performance and functionality of Laser Touch One justify the high cost. We believe it is worth investing in, and you will not regret buying it.
