Ballarat Laser Therapy

01/01/2026

BALLAN - We’re pleased to announce the arrival of our new full-body mat Photobiomodulation (PBM / Low-Level Laser Therapy) system at the Ballan Practice to be used in conjunction with our THOR systems.

This is a calm, non-invasive therapy using clinically established red and near-infrared light to support the body’s natural healing and regulatory processes.

Session details:
• 30-minute sessions (inclusive)
• Fully supervised
• Comfortable, relaxing, and suitable for a wide range of patients

PBM may be particularly helpful for:
• Chronic pain and inflammation
• Arthritis and joint stiffness
• Muscle soreness, strain, and recovery
• Fibromyalgia and widespread pain syndromes
• Fatigue and low energy states
• Sleep disturbance and nervous system dysregulation
• Post-injury or post-surgical recovery
• General wellbeing and systemic support

Patients often describe sessions as deeply relaxing—many notice improved sleep, reduced pain, and a sense of calm balance in the days that follow.

As always, treatment is tailored thoughtfully and used as part of an overall care plan—not a gimmick, not a miracle cure, but good science, applied gently.

📍 Available now at Ballarat Laser Therapy – Ballan Practice
📞 Appointments via reception - Tel 03 5294 0222 - or speak with us at your next visit.

26/10/2025

Notice to Our Patients ...

Ballarat Laser Therapy will be closed from Wednesday 29 October until Wednesday, 5 November 2025, as I attend a family wedding.

Messages and bookings will still be received, and one of the team will respond.

Thank you for your kindness and understanding — we look forward to seeing you soon, refreshed and ready to continue your journey toward health, healing, and light.

06/09/2025

Congratulations to my colleague and friend Anne at Anne Penman Laser Therapy.
( I recognise that picture and the Beef Wellington)

✨ Celebrating 34 Years in a Job I Truly Love ✨

Back in 1991, I was a heavy smoker smoking 60 ci******es a day until my husband Ron’s serious health challenges (a heart attack and triple bypass surgery) gave me the push I needed to change. On April 19, 1991, I tried laser therapy for the first time. Honestly, I was skeptical… but it worked. That single session changed my life and helped me quit for good.

Inspired by my own journey, I trained as a laser therapist to help others like Ron who were being denied treatment because they smoked. What started as a one-month trip to Scotland in September 1991 to help 10 people turned into a lifetime mission. Thanks to the incredible Glaswegians and their word-of-mouth support, Scotland became my home.

Since 1992, I’ve been helping people quit smoking through laser therapy, and since 1994, I’ve been teaching others to do the same.

34 years later, I still wake up grateful every day to do what I love. I feel so lucky to play even a small role in changing people’s lives for the better. 💙

10/08/2025

🎙 A Week at the Clinic — Special Guest: Anne Penman @ Anne Penman

In this fascinating conversation, Kevin sits down with internationally renowned smoking cessation specialist Anne Penman, whose laser therapy programmes have helped thousands - across the globe - break free from ni****ne addiction.

We explore her 30+ years of experience, the science behind laser acupressure, and how it’s being used not only for quitting smoking but also for reducing stress and anxiety. Anne also shares her own personal journey to quitting and the lessons she’s learned along the way.

If you’ve ever wondered whether laser therapy could be a game-changer in health and wellness — this is the episode to hear.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. OR, just use the link below:

An Englishman Downunder .. from Kevin Harper in rural Australia · Episode

03/08/2025

In this seventh episode of A Week at the Clinic, Kevin and Rupert reflect on the past, present, and future of Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT):🔦 Mary-Lou’s Story – a deeply personal account of pain relief, recovery, and preparing for the epic pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela.🧠 Reflection...

24/07/2025

🎙️ What happens when a laser therapy pioneer drops by for a chat?
This week on A Week at the Clinic, Kevin caught up with James Carroll—founder of Thor Photomedicine and arguably the global face of photobiomodulation—for a fascinating behind-the-scenes conversation.

They covered everything from laser healing breakthroughs and regulatory red tape to the curious case of why PBM still isn’t widely taught in dental schools. Kevin even shared some success stories from Ballarat!

The full episode drops Sunday, but here’s a little teaser: PBM is no longer the future… it’s the present, and it’s glowing.

🎧 Watch this Sunday for the link!

Call now to connect with business.

20/07/2025

This week on A Week at the Clinic, we cross to Dublin where stem cells and low-level lasers are giving knee joints a second chance at greatness. 🦵💡

We tried to bring you Mary-Lou’s tale of triumph over a fractured toe (and her Camino dreams), but the 5G rollout had other ideas… So instead, enjoy a lively chat with Rupert and a divine choral treat from the Ballarat Singers singing Ubi Caritas.

Technology failed us. The music didn’t.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever good audio refuses to buffer.

An Englishman Downunder .. from Kevin Harper in rural Australia · Episode

13/07/2025

🎙️ New Episode – A Week at the Clinic
🕕 Available from 6 p.m. tonight

In this week’s episode, Sophie shares her story—her journey through laser therapy, the ups and downs, and what healing means when you least expect it.

It’s honest, heartfelt, and unmistakably Sophie.

With questions from Rupert, put to Sophie by Kevin as Rupert was still at a long Sunday lunch, this episode blurs the line between interview and monologue—and makes something quietly powerful in the process.

Tune in from 6pm on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere else you find podcasts.

You’ll want a cup of Earl Grey or glass of Shiraz for this one.



https://open.spotify.com/episode/6MHyPrVPoU1FLI0aXcOVnl?si=nzEVm6SkRZKQmBmN3KuHKw

An Englishman Downunder .. from Kevin Harper in rural Australia · Episode

10/07/2025

Supporting Your Body’s Natural Detox & Inflammation Response with Red Light Therapy

A gentle, effective approach to balance and healing

Every day, your body works hard to keep itself in balance—clearing out waste, calming inflammation, and defending against illness. But modern life places strain on this system. Stress, environmental toxins, processed foods, and long-standing health conditions can all tip the scales, leaving us feeling fatigued, sluggish, or inflamed.

At Ballarat Laser Therapy, we offer red light therapy (also known as low-level laser therapy or photobiomodulation) to help restore your body’s natural equilibrium—safely, gently, and without medication.

How It Helps

🟥 Detox Support
Red light therapy stimulates your cells’ energy centres—called mitochondria—boosting their ability to produce ATP (the fuel every cell needs). This extra energy helps your liver, kidneys, and lymphatic system do their job more efficiently, clearing out toxins and metabolic waste.

🟦 Improving Circulation & Drainage
By improving blood flow and supporting lymphatic drainage, red light therapy helps your body move waste products out of tissues and into the organs of elimination, where they can be safely processed and removed.

🟩 Easing Inflammation Naturally
Red light therapy has been shown to calm inflammatory processes at the cellular level—reducing swelling, easing pain, and encouraging repair, especially in cases of chronic inflammation.

The Result?
Many people report feeling clearer, more energetic, and more resilient after a course of red light therapy. It’s not a one-off fix—but as part of a holistic health approach, it can help your body function at its best.