About LightForce® Therapy Lasers

LightForce® Therapy Lasers is the Class IV therapy laser brand within Chattanooga® Rehab. Its history in laser design, clinician education and photobiomodulation continues within Chattanooga's rehabilitation portfolio. If you previously visited lightforcemedical.com, you can now explore LightForce systems, clinical resources and customer support here at Chattanooga Rehab.^1,2

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LightForce, LiteCure and Chattanooga Rehab

LightForce developed as a division of LiteCure, LLC, with a focus on therapy lasers for rehabilitation professionals. The LightForce brand brought together laser technology, treatment-delivery tools, research resources and practical education for clinicians. Its original mission was simple: to make people better.²

In 2021, DJO acquired LiteCure. That acquisition brought LightForce into the Chattanooga rehabilitation portfolio. DJO became Enovis in 2022. Today, Chattanooga, a brand of DJO, LLC, an Enovis™ company, brings LightForce laser therapy together with a broader range of rehabilitation technologies.¹

LightForce remains the name of our therapy laser range. Chattanooga Rehab is the current destination for its products, educational resources, sales assistance and customer-service pathways. The LightForce name connects the technology clinicians know with the organization supporting it today.

A heritage built around laser technology

The original LightForce website emphasized four commitments: innovation, reliability, outcomes and customer success. It described a heritage of designing and manufacturing therapy lasers in the United States, collaborating with the research community and helping clinicians introduce laser technology into practice. Those historical commitments help explain the brand's place in rehabilitation.²

The focus extends beyond a device's power rating. Treatment delivery, protocol guidance, operator training and access to support are all part of evaluating a therapy laser. LightForce product development combines these considerations in systems designed for professional clinical use.^3–5

LightForce technology: delivery, guidance and control

LightForce XLi and XPi systems combine Class IV laser output with the Empower IQ™ Delivery System and Influence® Technology. Empower IQ provides real-time delivery feedback through the Smart Handpiece. Influence Technology provides protocol guidance that accounts for patient and treatment considerations. Clinicians remain responsible for selecting appropriate parameters and following the device instructions.^3,4

Quick-disconnect treatment heads support different application approaches. The XLi includes larger treatment-head options, while the XPi includes five treatment heads. LightForce's massage-ball technology supports on-contact application. Device-specific product pages explain the included accessories, operating modes and technical specifications.^3,4

These features are tools for trained clinicians. A higher maximum output is one selection factor; it does not replace assessment, appropriate dosing, operator training or adherence to the current user manual.

Explore the LightForce laser range

The current range includes FXi, XPi and XLi systems. Compare their configurations with a Chattanooga representative against your practice's treatment areas, portability needs, staff workflow and training requirements.^3–5

Visit each product page for current specifications, documents and accessories. For an existing or legacy LightForce system, contact customer service with the model and serial number so the team can confirm applicable documentation and service options.

Clinical purpose and responsible use

LightForce therapy lasers are used by trained healthcare professionals for temporary relief of minor muscle and joint pain and stiffness, muscle spasm, temporary increases in local blood circulation and muscle relaxation. The current product documentation and instructions for use govern the indications, warnings, contraindications and operating parameters for each system.^3–6

Clinicians may incorporate laser therapy into a broader conservative care plan alongside therapeutic exercise, manual therapy and other appropriate interventions. Patient selection, treatment timing and parameters depend on the clinical assessment. Laser therapy is not a substitute for diagnosis or an individualized rehabilitation plan.⁶

Class IV laser operation requires trained personnel, appropriate protective eyewear and a controlled treatment environment. Review the current user manual before operating a device. Ask your Chattanooga representative about training for the specific system and staff who will use it.^3–6

Research and education remain part of the brand

LightForce's original website connected clinicians with research abstracts, studies, webinars and specialty-specific education. Chattanooga continues to provide a home for laser-therapy education through its study library, webinars and eBooks and white papers.

Research should be read in context. Study populations, device parameters and treatment protocols vary. Findings about photobiomodulation do not establish that every laser, dose or treatment approach will produce the same result. Use the LightForce laser therapy overview as a starting point, then review the cited research and applicable product documentation with your clinical team.

Supporting rehabilitation professionals

LightForce is part of the clinical conversation across physical therapy, chiropractic, athletic training and podiatry. Chattanooga's specialty resources help clinicians explore technology within their own practice setting:

• Physical therapy: rehabilitation technology and professional resources.
• Chiropractic: technology selection and integration within a clinician-directed practice.
• Athletic training: equipment and education for sports medicine settings.
• Podiatry: professional resources and modality information.

Chattanooga's published LightForce footprint includes more than 250 professional and college sports teams, 1.3 million treatments per month worldwide and a presence in 29 countries. These figures describe the brand's reported reach; they do not predict an individual patient's result.¹

Training, customer care and existing owners

Choosing a laser also means planning for implementation. Ask about installation training, operator education, current manuals, clinical resources, warranty terms and service arrangements for your selected model. Confirm the details of any support or training package with your representative before purchase.

Existing customers can use LightForce customer service for assistance and the LightForce customer store for its available customer resources. Product pages include document links for the corresponding systems. For people seeking treatment, the LightForce provider finder offers a separate route to locate a clinician.

Talk with the LightForce team at Chattanooga

Explore the technology, review the evidence and discuss the system that fits your clinical setting. Our team can help you compare current models, arrange a demonstration and connect you with product and customer-service resources.

Talk to a Chattanooga specialist or explore LightForce laser systems.

Sources and product documentation

1. Chattanooga Rehab. About Us. Corporate history and published LightForce footprint.
2. LightForce Therapy Lasers. Archived About page. Historical brand background and commitments.
3. LightForce XLi product information and user manual.
4. LightForce XPi product information and user manual.
5. LightForce FXi product information and user manual.
6. Chattanooga Rehab. LightForce Class IV Laser Therapy. Clinical-use information, safety guidance and research references.

Individual results may vary. Neither DJO Global, Inc. nor any of its subsidiaries dispense medical advice. The contents of this website do not constitute medical, legal, or any other type of professional advice. Rather, please consult your healthcare professional for information on the courses of treatment, if any, which may be appropriate for you.