The Laser Therapy Device Cost and Value
Laser therapy cost is variable. Class IV and low level laser devices (LLLT) range between $500 (home-use) and $50,000 (High-end professional equipment).
The main factors influencing the price of a therapy laser are:
LASER THERAPY | Page Updated: 25/10/2020
1-Type of light source and quality of diodes
Different types of laser diodes can be found
- Low power laser diodes: up to about 1W average power, usually fitted in clusters directly on the handpiece to reduce the distance to the skin and minimise energy loss.
- High power laser diodes: up to about 30W average power, usually used in a laser module located inside the core of the laser unit.
Different quality of laser diodes are available
The following points need to be taken into account:
- The origin of the diodes
- The warranty on the diodes
- The accuracy of the wavelengths
Some manufacturers provide clusters of LEDs fitted alongside ultra-low power laser diodes (0.05W - 0.2W). It is important to note that LEDs ARE NOT LASER DIODES. As LED's are inexpensive, it also influences the cost of laser therapy apparatus.
K-Laser exclusively use high-power and high-quality laser diodes modules fitted inside the core of the unit, emitting an homogeneous laser beam carried through the optic fibre.
The above video explains the difference between different light sources.
2-The technology Made Available
The technology utilised in a therapy laser device increases its cost.
However this technology will also grant a better access to a range of treatment parameters:
- Amount of maximum average power available
- Number of simultaneous wavelengths available
- Range of pulsing frequencies or continuous wave
- Availability of SuperPulse or Intense SuperPulse
- Mono-phase or multiphase treatments
Home-use or semi-professional laser devices
Home-use or semi-professional laser devices usually offer:
- Low average power only
- 1 or 2 laser wavelengths (often not simultaneous, the practitioner has to treat several times, switching wavelengths/probes each times)
- Continuous wave only or with limited pulsing frequencies
- Basic SuperPulse (High peak power with LOW average power)
Professional devices
Professional laser therapy devices cost is usually dearer that cold lasers, and require a laser license in some Australian states.
They should preferably offer:
- Low to high average power (we recommend > 12W average)
- 3-4 wavelengths (simultaneous or any combination)
- Continuous wave and Pulsing (1Hz-20,000Hz)
- Intense SuperPulse (High peak power with HIGH average power)
3-The reliability of the laser equipment
Investing in a professional therapeutic laser which will be used dozens of times every day during many years requires a high amount of trust in the equipment, the support service related, and the brand.
A good idea on how reliable a brand is can be established by:
- Warranty: Most manufacturers will only warranty their products for 1 year. K-Laser offers 4 years
- TGA registration: This is mandatory in Australia for Medical (human) equipment but not for Veterinary equipment. K-Laser Veterinary devices are designed to the same standards than the Medical ones.
- Place of manufacture. Eltech-K-Laser is an Italian Technology.
- Expertise of the distributor in AU/NZ: At K-Laser AU we are medical laser specialists (Therapy/Low level laser, Cosmetic, Surgical, Dental, Veterinary)
4- The productivity
Many low level lasers could potentially reduce the practitioner's productivity because :
- Their usage necessitates several precise stages which are time consuming
- An extended amount of treatment time is needed
- The efficiency of the treatment is inconsistent due to limited technology
The ideal therapeutic laser device should enhance the practice's productivity:
- Reducing the average treatment time per patient
- Providing new treatment options for conditions you already treat
- Opening your practice to treating new conditions
- Increasing customer satisfaction
In order to enhance productivity 3 main factors must be optimised:
- Setup time: A quick and precise interface calculating dosage automatically is necessary.
- Treatments speed: High average power above 12W allows fast treatments (3-5 minutes) as more energy is transferred in shorter time to tissue.
- Treatments efficiency: The use of 4 wavelengths simultaneously during a multi-phase treatment considerably increases the cellular response.
K-Laser devices are Class 4 lasers that offer high average power, 4 simultaneous laser wavelengths, and multi-phase treatments.
K-Laser also offers additional treatment options through a variety of handpieces:
- Zoom handpiece (standard handpiece) for on-contact or non-contact treatments like musculoskeletal and wounds
- Large treatment handpiece
- ENT handpiece for intraoral treatments and orofacial pain (otitis, sinusitis, temporo-mandibular)
- High intensity handpiece for onychomychosis and plantar warts in podiatry and general practice
5-User-friendliness of the interface
Most laser devices offer a basic interface for manual configuration with limited parameters.
The practitioner must tune these parameters based on manufacturer specific guidelines. This requires a large amount of study, understanding, and practice which makes it challenging to delegate the service to staff.
Health practitioners with very different backgrounds and technical knowledge must all feel at ease treating patients safely and efficiently.
Therefore there is a greater value in a fully user-friendly laser device that any practitioner could easily learn to use within a few hours.
Automatic configuration
The K-Laser concept revolves around offering practitioners a flawless experience configuring quickly the laser device and obtaining maximised treatment efficiency.
This is achieved by using the K-Laser interactive touch-screen interface, providing the software with specific details about the patient so each phases of the treatment are automatically configured by the software.
In order to operate a K-Laser the practitioner only requires basic laser safety training.
The operators do not need to configure the laser parameters themselves.
Manual configuration
For advanced users wishing to gain full access to the configuration of each phases the K-Laser manual mode can be used.
This allows nearly any publication to be reproduced simply by programming your K-Laser in manual mode
The manual mode offers the possibility to:
- Modify and save configurations generated by the automatic configuration system
- Create configurations based on any publications LLLT and HILT
- Build a laser treatment from scratch by editing up to 12 successive phases with their own parameters within the same treatment session
- Select any combination of wavelengths among 660nm, 800nm, 905nm, 970nm to target several chromophores at different depth of penetration.
- Choose between continuous wave, pulsed wave (1Hz-20,000Hz), or Intense SuperPulse.
- Use low level laser power to treat superficial wounds or small areas (acupuncture, trigger points)
- Use high power settings to treat deep and large areas or volumes of tissue (scanning motion including surrounding tissues such as tendons and ligament insertions)
6-Convenience of use
Portability
Most laser devices are "tabletop" devices. This means that they are not portable: heavy, bulky and need to be plugged in to operate.
This requires the patient to be brought to a specific laser treatment room where the laser device has been installed.
Mobile work between different locations or even different rooms within the clinic is impossible.
On the contrary, the K-laser Cube Series has been designed to be portable. It's battery and ultra-light design (1.4kg) will allow practitioners to use it anywhere inside the practice but also to work between different locations.
Some K-Laser users working as mobile practitioners even recharge the battery of the K-Laser in their car as they drive from patients to patients.
Wi-Fi
In this day and age staying up-to-date with the latest research is important especially for cutting edge technology.
All K-Laser devices come with Wi-Fi so the K-Laser software can be updated within a few minutes, providing the practitioner with the latest configurations.
The Wi-Fi is also used to keep track of usage statistics which can be accessed thought you personal K-Laser statistic portal.
7-Training, Support, Service/Repair, and Certification
Training
Training is an important aspect of the implementation of a therapeuthic laser in a practice.
All staff who will be using a laser should receive an appropriate training:
- Laser safety certificate obtained after a specific laser safety course is completed
- Laser user training to learn how to use the laser itself
- PhotoBioModulation theory and clinical protocols specific to your profession
When you purchase a K-Laser, the laser safety is based on AU/NZ Standards and usage training for your staff is included in the cost of your therapy laser.
In the future if new practitioners join your team they will be able to train as well, which ensures optimal results and safety.
Ongoing Support
Knowing that there is always someone available to guide you or your staff in the event of any clinical question is great for peace of mind.
K-Laser provides its users with an unlimited access to the K-laser community of users in Australia and New Zealand. For any specific case your trainer is also here to assist you.
Service & Repairs
Having the Service and Repairs available in Australia and New Zeland is very important for professional equipment as it will become complicated and time consuming to obtain any technical support if not located in Australia.
K-Laser also offers free loaner units for service and repair so you are not without your laser.
Certification
Several states in Australia (QLD, TAS, WA) require a laser certification in order for a practitioner to be allowed to offer laser services.
These certifications require specific documents to be sent to relevant administration bodies.
K-Laser team will assist you in obtaining these certifications.
8-Financial options
Rental
Renting a K-Laser is a great option if you would like to confirm that the K-Laser will fit your business model before you commit with the purchase.
The rental price of a K-Laser starts at $250+GST per week.
You will gain full access to K-Laser community and training platform.
Due to Certification requirements our rental service is unfortunately not available in QLD, TAS, and WA.
Financing over 2, 3, or 4 years
A K-Laser will usually repay for itself within 6-12 months when used within a professional environment.
However you may be willing to finance it in over 2, 3 or 4 years.
If this is the case we can offer a range of attractive financial options.
As an example a Cube-4-Plus financed over 4 years will cost less than $200 per week.
Outright purchase
Any K-Laser model is available for outright purchase.
Purchasing outright is the simplest and fastest way if it fits in your financial circumstances.
Let's discuss your options
Each K-Laser model will have a different price.
You can also add some handpieces specific to your profession and needs.
Please get in touch with us to discuss your options.
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