Laser Therapy for Cerebral Palsy: Reducing Spasticity, Pain & Supporting Mobility

Nov 10

Written By Same Stars Massage and Wellness

Brighter days through gentle technology

For children and adults living with cerebral palsy (CP) or other neuromotor conditions, everyday movement can take tremendous effort. Spasticity, stiffness, and pain often make even small motions feel like big challenges — and that’s where innovative, evidence-based tools like low-level laser therapy (LLLT) can help.

At Same Stars Wellness, our team combines laser therapy with hands-on care like massage and stretching to help calm the nervous system, improve comfort, and make movement easier and more fluid over time.

What is low-level laser therapy (LLLT)?

Low-level laser therapy uses targeted light energy to stimulate healing and reduce inflammation within tissues — all without pain or heat. The light penetrates the skin and helps increase circulation, reduce swelling, and influence how nerves communicate with muscles.

For people with cerebral palsy or neuromotor conditions, this can mean:

Decreased muscle tone and spasticity
Improved joint mobility and range of motion
Less pain and discomfort
Support for tissue recovery after physiotherapy or exercise
Easier participation in daily activities and therapy goals

This isn’t about “curing” CP — it’s about helping the body move with more ease, so patients can do more of the things that matter most.

Combining laser therapy with massage: a powerful duo

Laser therapy is most effective when it’s part of a comprehensive care plan. Our team often integrates laser therapy with massage therapy and gentle stretching to support neuromotor goals.

Massage helps to:

Warm up tissues and improve blood flow before or after laser application
Decrease overall muscle tightness
Improve sensory awareness and proprioception
Encourage relaxation and sleep regulation

For children, this can make activities like school, play, and therapy sessions more comfortable.
For adults, it can reduce pain after a long day or help maintain flexibility and independence.

Who can benefit?

Laser therapy can be helpful for anyone living with:

Cerebral palsy
Spina bifida
Muscular dystrophy
Post-stroke spasticity
Neurological injuries or mobility conditions

It’s gentle, adaptable, and safe for both kids and adults — with no downtime required.

What a visit looks like

Each visit is individualized.
Your therapist will:

Review your health history and any current therapy programs.
Identify key muscle groups where tone or pain are limiting movement.
Apply laser therapy to targeted areas (often combined with massage or stretching).
Reassess mobility and comfort after treatment.

Many patients notice that their muscles feel “lighter” or less stiff afterward — and over time, these effects can build to support ongoing progress in physiotherapy or occupational therapy.

Supporting long-term mobility

Living with a neuromotor condition is a lifelong journey, and every bit of comfort and freedom of movement matters. Laser therapy offers another way to support that journey — one that’s gentle, non-invasive, and effective when guided by experienced practitioners.

At Same Stars Wellness, our goal is to help families and individuals feel more comfortable, capable, and confident in their movement — one step, stretch, or light pulse at a time.