Carraway Chiropractic & Laser Center

04/04/2026

Our office will be closed Monday, April 6th. We will reopen Tuesday at 8:00 am. We hope you have a blessed Easter!

04/03/2026

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𝐑𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐀𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠
Joanna Słuchocka, et al

Background. Photobiomodulation (PBM), or red light therapy (RLT), involves the application of non-ionizing light to biological tissues to obtain physiological changes. While historically used for wound healing, its role in systemic medicine and athletic performance has recently expanded.

Aim. This review aims to evaluate the multi-systemic clinical indications of PBM, ranging from sports performance and recovery to neurology, endocrinology, chronic pain management and others.

Methods. A comprehensive literature review was conducted using PubMed and Google Scholar, focusing on peer-reviewed clinical trials and systematic reviews (2003–2024) regarding red and near-infrared light applications.

Results. Evidence suggests that PBM stimulates cytochrome c oxidase, increasing ATP production and modulating oxidative stress. Clinical outcomes include reduced muscle fatigue, accelerated bone and tendon repair, neuroprotective effects in brain injury, and significant reduction in chronic inflammatory markers.

Conclusions. PBM is a versatile, non-pharmacological intervention that can be utilized to prepare athletes for peak performance, accelerate recovery from soft-tissue and neurological injuries and treat a broad spectrum of clinical pathologies. Success in clinical and athletic settings is highly dependent on adhering to specific wavelength and energy density (dosimetry) protocols.

https://apcz.umk.pl/QS/article/view/69750

03/30/2026

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𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐬: 𝐌𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐦𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
Fábio Pericinoto Giolo, et al

Photobiomodulation (PBM) is a non-invasive therapeutic modality with demonstrated effects in many fields related to regenerative medicine. In the field of orthopedics, in particular, PBM at various wavelengths has demonstrated the capacity to trigger multiple biological effects associated with protective mechanisms in musculoskeletal tissues. The articles cited in this review show that devices operating close to or within the near infrared range at low intensities can provoke responses which favor the shift in the predominant catabolic microenvironment typically seen in degenerative joint diseases, especially osteoarthritis (OA). These responses include proliferation, differentiation and expression of proteins associated with stable cell cycles. Additionally, PBM can also modulate oxidative stress, inflammation and pain by exerting regulatory effects on immune cells and blocking the transmission of pain through sensory neuron fibers, without adverse events. Collectively, these effects are essential in order to control the progression of OA, which is in part attributed to exacerbated inflammation and degradative enzymatic reactions which gradually contribute to the destruction of joint tissues. PBM may offer medical experts ease of application, financial viability, efficacy and lack of serious adverse events. Therefore, it may prove to be a suitable ally in the management of mild to moderate degrees of OA. This review explores and discusses the principal biological mechanisms of PBM and how the produced effects may contribute to the amelioration of osteoarthritic progression. [...]

https://www.wjgnet.com/2220-6132/full/v10/i3/29.htm

03/15/2026

It appears that Monday and Tuesday are going to be windy and wet. Even a chance of damaging winds.

I will be in the office seeing anyone willing to brave the stormy weather. If you are not comfortable driving in the foul weather by all means reschedule.

You can use our online booking to reschedule for later in the week.

Stay Safe,

Dr. Chris

02/22/2026

So many tasks involved in moving to the new office have gone so smoothly.

One thing is frustrating me to my core. We have owned 252-636-2900 for 40 years. Optimum told us they can port that business number to their business cell service, no problem.

After a month of talking to over 20 support reps, each promising they would make the switch. Not switched yet.

So far no explanation as to why there is a problem. Now they tell me that because we have two business lines with them, they can't make the switch.

So I cancelled the service on one of the numbers. During the same call they tried to sell me a second number. SMH.

I have filed a FCC complaint and will drop all their services as soon as I can.... without losing our number.

:)

02/09/2026

We are STILL working on getting our telephone transferred to a mobile phone. Diane is answering the phone from home for now, but many patients are embracing our new online appointment booking. You can book, move or cancel your appointment using the Jane booking system. Give it a try!

No one likes pain, and at Carraway Chiropractic Center we believe you shouldn’t have to live with it. Our goal is to keep you doing what you love. By integrating gentle chiropractic care with cutting-edge low level laser therapy, we are able to help minimize your pain without using invasive proced...

02/04/2026

Big, big news! This evening we moved from suite 6 to suite 3 in the McCarthy complex.

Bigger room and much closer to the front door. We are going to need a couple of pieces of furniture, hang a few pictures, and we are good to go. Tomorrow is day one in suite 3!

02/02/2026

Yes, it's Monday, 12 degrees, and we are closed. I have my feet up enjoying reading papers like this.

A nice review of the positive effets of Laser Therapy on nerve regeneration.......

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𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲 (𝐏𝐁𝐌𝐓) 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐍𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐀 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰
de Oliveira Rosso, et.al

Photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) has been investigated because of its intimate relationship with tissue recovery processes, such as on peripheral nerve damage. Based on the wide range of benefits that the PBMT has shown and its clinical relevance, the aim of this research was to carry out a systematic review of the last 10 years, ascertaining the influence of the PBMT in the regeneration of injured peripheral nerves. The search was performed in the PubMed/MEDLINE database with the combination of the keywords: low-level laser therapy AND nerve regeneration. Initially, 54 articles were obtained, 26 articles of which were chosen for the study according to the inclusion criteria. In the qualitative aspect, it was observed that PBMT was able to accelerate the process of nerve regeneration, presenting an increase in the number of myelinated fibers and a better lamellar organization of myelin sheath, besides improvement of electrophysiological function, immunoreactivity, high functionality rate, decrease of inflammation, pain, and the facilitation of neural regeneration, release of growth factors, increase of vascular network and collagen. It was concluded that PBMT has beneficial effects on the recovery of nerve lesions, especially when related to a faster regeneration and functional improvement, despite the variety of parameters.

https://www.mdpi.com/2306-5354/5/2/44

02/01/2026

We will be closed Monday due to hazardous road conditions ❄️
We will make a decision about Tuesday as soon as possible. Stay safe...I am.

01/31/2026

Diane hand painted our sign many years ago. It will be displayed in a place of honor for sure.

01/30/2026

Doing the final tasks and cleaning at the Neuse Blvd. location. I found this article from a long since defunct local newspaper.