10/21/2026
Struggling with post traumatic stress disorder or PTSD?
Cold laser acupuncture can help! Here’s how:
Cold laser acupuncture, a variation of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) combined with acupuncture principles, uses low-intensity lasers to stimulate acupuncture points without needles.
While traditional acupuncture is sometimes used for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), cold laser acupuncture is a newer, non-invasive approach that offers similar benefits.
How Cold Laser Acupuncture Helps with PTSD
1. Stimulation of Acupuncture Points:
• Cold laser acupuncture targets specific acupoints believed to regulate the body’s energy flow (qi) and influence the nervous system. Points commonly used for PTSD, such as those on the ear (auricular acupuncture) or points like PC6 (Pericardium 6) and HT7 (Heart 7), may help calm the mind and reduce anxiety or hyperarousal.
• The laser’s light stimulates these points, potentially mimicking the effects of needle acupuncture but without physical pe*******on, which may be preferable for those with trauma-related sensitivities to touch or needles.
2. Modulation of the Nervous System:
• PTSD involves a dysregulated autonomic nervous system, with an overactive sympathetic response (fight-or-flight). Cold laser acupuncture may promote parasympathetic activity, reducing stress responses by lowering cortisol levels and enhancing relaxation.
• Studies on traditional acupuncture for PTSD (e.g., a 2011 study in
Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease) suggest it can reduce hyperarousal and improve emotional regulation, and cold laser acupuncture may work via similar pathways.
3. Neurochemical Effects:
• Laser stimulation may increase the release of endorphins, serotonin, and other neurotransmitters that regulate mood and stress, potentially alleviating PTSD symptoms like irritability, anxiety, or intrusive thoughts.
• By targeting acupoints, it may influence brain regions like the amygdala or prefrontal cortex, which are implicated in PTSD.
4. Reduction of Inflammation:
• PTSD is linked to chronic inflammation and oxidative stress. Cold laser therapy, including when applied to acupuncture points, may reduce pro-inflammatory cytokines and enhance mitochondrial function, creating a less inflammatory environment in the body and brain.
5. Improved Sleep and Emotional Regulation:
• Sleep disturbances are a hallmark of PTSD. Cold laser acupuncture on points associated with sleep (e.g., Shenmen in auricular acupuncture) may improve sleep quality by modulating melatonin production or calming neural hyperactivity.
• Better sleep can enhance emotional resilience and reduce PTSD symptom severity.
6. Non-Invasive and Trauma-Sensitive:
• For individuals with PTSD who may be triggered by needles or physical touch, cold laser acupuncture offers a gentler alternative, making it more accessible for trauma survivors.
We recommend the LTP-100IR cold laser for PTSD treatment. Link in bio. We offer free cold laser acupuncture training with the purchase of any cold laser on our website. Questions? Call 702-768-1804
