High-Intensity Laser Therapy (HIL)

High-intensity laser therapy (HIL) at Modrý pavilon's physiotherapy department uses concentrated therapeutic laser energy to treat pain and support healing in muscles, joints and soft tissues. Delivered by the physiotherapy team, it is offered as single applications or a discounted four-session package.

High-intensity laser therapy (HIL or HILT) is a physiotherapy modality that delivers a high-power therapeutic laser to deeper tissues than low-level laser, used for pain relief and to support tissue healing in musculoskeletal conditions. **How it works:** The laser energy is absorbed by the tissue and is associated with photobiomodulation effects — supporting local circulation and cellular metabolism — as well as a thermal effect that can help relax tissue and reduce pain perception. It is commonly applied for joint and tendon pain, muscle strains, back and neck pain, and to support recovery from soft-tissue injuries. **The session:** The physiotherapist moves the laser handpiece over the treatment area for a few minutes; you typically feel a gentle warmth. Sessions are short (around 10–20 minutes), painless, and usually delivered as a course of several sessions; Modrý pavilon offers a four-session package. **Aftercare:** No downtime is needed; you can return to normal activity immediately. The physiotherapist may combine HIL with exercise or other modalities as part of a broader treatment plan. **Suitability:** A physiotherapy assessment confirms HIL is appropriate. Laser therapy is generally avoided over active malignancy, directly over the eyes, and over certain other areas; the team screens for relevant contraindications and protective eyewear is used during treatment.