At Life Back Clinic, we are advancing care through neuroregenerative solutions designed to restore function, improve quality of life, and support long-term healing. Using innovative, non-invasive, and natural approaches, our treatments address conditions such as epilepsy, Alzheimer's (Dementia), and mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI).

Our methods harness the body’s capacity for healing by enhancing cellular repair, circulation, and neuromusculoskeletal function, all while prioritizing safety and minimizing risks. With virtually no side effects, these therapies offer patients a progressive and evidence-based pathway to recovery and resilience.

As specialists in the neuromusculoskeletal system, we integrate advanced neuroregenerative care into comprehensive treatment plans that help patients regain clarity, stability, and strength—supporting both the brain and body as they heal together.

Recent research highlights that epilepsy is often driven by abnormal brain activity linked to mitochondrial dysfunction, oxidative stress, and inflammation. While medications or surgery remain standard treatments, many patients do not respond fully or face significant risks.

Diowave Laser Therapy—an advanced form of photobiomodulation using red and near-infrared light—offers a non-invasive, drug-free, and safe alternative. Studies show it can reduce seizure-like activity, protect neurons from cell death, restore healthy metabolism, and calm abnormal brain firing. With an excellent safety record and minimal side effects, this therapy represents a progressive, natural approach to neuroprotection and seizure control.

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🌟 What to Expect with Diowave Laser Therapy for Seizures 

🩺 Your Treatment Journey

Every patient’s plan is unique, but treatment generally follows two phases:

Am I a Candidate for Laser Therapy for Epilepsy?

At the Life Back Clinic, our mission is to bring safe, innovative therapies to patients living with epilepsy. Laser therapy has shown promise in reducing the frequency and intensity of seizures, while also supporting overall brain health.

Who May Not Qualify

Laser therapy may not be the right choice for everyone. Patients may not qualify if you:

Experience uncontrolled seizures.

Have certain medical conditions (such as cancer, pregnancy, or light sensitivity).

Expect a guaranteed cure or complete elimination of seizures.

Do not wish to continue medical management of their condition.

⚖️ Why a Consultation is Essential

Since seizure patterns, health history, and brain recovery needs differ for each patient, the exact treatment plan must be personalized. During your consultation, we’ll determine the right schedule and discuss how laser therapy fits into your broader care plan.

✨ Many patients find it empowering to know there’s a safe, natural, and innovative option available for epilepsy and related conditions.

At Life Back Clinic, we offer advanced Diowave laser therapy as part of our neuroregenerative solutions for dementia. Research shows that photobiomodulation (PBM) — the use of safe, non-invasive near-infrared light — may enhance memory, improve mood, and support clearer thinking by increasing blood flow, reducing inflammation, and promoting healthier neuronal connections.

Unlike drug-based approaches, PBM carries little to no side effects and has been shown in early clinical trials to improve cognitive performance, behavioral function, and brain connectivity. Combined with our expertise in neuromusculoskeletal care, this progressive therapy provides patients and families with new hope for maintaining independence and improving quality of life.

Harcourt, B. T. (2025). SONOMA-Cognition™: A Functional Evaluation Framework for Cognitive Health. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16927617 

Am I a Candidate for Laser Therapy for Dementia?

At the Life Back Clinic, we use advanced laser therapy as part of a progressive, non-invasive approach to support patients with dementia and their families. While there is no cure for dementia, research shows that laser therapy may help improve cognitive function, brain health, and quality of life when combined with ongoing medical care.

Who May Not Qualify

Laser therapy may not be the right choice if:

There is an expectation of a complete cure or guaranteed reversal of dementia.

The patient is too advanced in progression to safely participate in care.

The patient or family is unable or unwilling to follow the treatment schedule.

There are certain medical conditions present (e.g., cancer, pregnancy, uncontrolled epilepsy, or light sensitivity).

How Do We Measure Cognitive Abilities Objectively to Track Treatment Results?

At Life Back Clinic, we’ve developed an innovative tool to measure brain function that sets us apart from other clinics. 

This approach, adapted from published research on spinal function, provides a comprehensive, validated, and easy-to-use score for brain health — a breakthrough method to monitor outcomes in epilepsy, dementia, and traumatic brain injury. 

• Harcourt, B. T. (2025). SONOMA-Cognition™: A Functional Evaluation Framework for Cognitive Health. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16927617

Clinical decision-making is only as accurate as the testing it is based on. An MRI or CT scan can show structure, but it cannot show how well that structure functions. Think of it like a squeaky floor: it may look solid in a picture, but when you walk on it, you discover its weakness. SONOMA-Cognition™ applies that same principle to brain health. By combining patient and caregiver experiences with quick doctor-led functional tests, we create a clearer, more accurate picture of how the brain is truly working in daily life. This approach builds on proven science, giving patients and families a more complete view of their health and progress. 

MRI Shows the Brain’s Structure — SONOMA™ Measures How It Functions.

Because real life isn’t static — it’s functional. 

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Mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI) can lead to lingering symptoms like headaches, memory problems, mood changes, and fatigue. At Life Back Clinic, we use Diowave laser therapy, an innovative and non-invasive treatment that harnesses the power of light to support brain recovery.

Research has shown that laser therapy can:

Enhance mitochondrial function, restoring energy balance in injured brain cells.

Reduce inflammation and oxidative stress, key drivers of ongoing damage.

Protect neurons and stimulate repair, encouraging neurogenesis and improved brain connectivity.

Improve circulation and oxygen delivery, supporting clearer thinking and faster recovery.

Clinical studies and animal research alike suggest that photobiomodulation (PBM) can help restore brain function, reduce symptoms, and promote long-term resilience after TBI—all with an excellent safety profile and minimal, if any, side effects.

Our approach integrates this advanced therapy with our neuromusculoskeletal expertise, offering patients a safe and progressive path toward healing and better quality of life.

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Harcourt, B. T. (2025). SONOMA-Cognition™ mTBI: A Functional Assessment Framework for Mild Traumatic Brain Injury. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17062148 

Treatment Framework: Diowave Laser Therapy for Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI)

Am I a Candidate for Laser Therapy for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?

At the Life Back Clinic, we provide innovative, non-invasive laser therapy that may support brain healing and function following traumatic brain injury. While every injury is different, research shows that combining laser therapy with strength, balance, and coordination training may help promote neuroplasticity, recovery, and improved quality of life.

What to Expect

Because no two TBIs are the same, every treatment plan is customized. During your consultation, we will carefully review your medical history, the nature of the injury, and your goals. If appropriate, we will design a personalized laser and rehabilitation plan to help you get the best possible outcome.

Our approach is safe, supportive, and realistic — with the goal of improving function, quality of life, and brain resilience.

Acute TBI (within weeks of injury)

High-frequency laser sessions (3–4 per week initially).

Goal: reduce inflammation, protect neurons, and support early repair.

Integrate gentle neuroplasticity exercises as tolerated.

Chronic TBI (6+ months post-injury)

Extended care with 1–2 laser sessions per week over a longer duration.

Goal: re-engage neuroplasticity and support long-term cognitive and motor improvements.

Higher reliance on intensive neuroplasticity training alongside laser therapy.

🧠 Thoughts — Mindset Matters

Your thoughts affect how you heal. Stress and negative thought patterns can slow recovery. Our program includes strategies for:

Stress reduction and relaxation

Positive focus and resilience

Better sleep and cognitive clarity

Why CTA Matters

The CTA Lifestyle Program is not optional “extra advice” — it’s a core part of your recovery plan. It integrates directly with:

Diowave Laser Therapy to accelerate tissue and nerve healing

Strength, Balance, Coordination (SBC) Training for long-term physical resilience

SONOMA Tracking to measure your progress in real numbers

By addressing body, mind, and daily habits, CTA ensures your treatment results last and multiply over time.