Laserpuncture is generating much attention in France and other parts of Europe as an alternative
medicine treatment for spinal cord injury (SCI) and related physical disabilities. As the name implies,
laserpuncture combines elements of acupuncture and laser therapy, both of which have shown potential
for restoring some function after SCI.
Albert Bohbot, a charismatic health professional, developed laserpuncture. Early in his career, he
became interested in acupuncture’s potential for treating a variety of disorders. With the assistance of
scientists at one of France’s leading engineering colleges, Bohbot developed a sophisticated electronic
instrument that substituted an infrared laser light beam for acupuncture needles.
Treatment: Using his device, Bohbot has treated more than 500 people with spinal cord injury, most of
whom were at least a year post-injury. He claims that more than 60%-70% have had substantial
improvement. Although it was difficult to get in-depth feedback due to language differences, the patients
I observed clearly supported Bohbot’s claims and often routinely traveled great distances to obtain
treatment.
In each session, a laser beam is directed toward ten acupuncture points for two minutes each. The
selected points are a part of a large acupuncture network covering the front and back of the patient’s
torso. In response to the stimulation, the patient will often feel sensations below the injury level. Based
on these sensations and any motor or sensory improvement, ensuing sessions may focus on new
acupuncture points and use different energy frequencies.
The sessions are augmented with more traditional physical rehabilitation therapy - at home or in the
clinic – and are designed to enhanced restored function (e.g., walking with leg braces using walkers or
parallel bars, riding a stationary bicycle, etc.).
Observing Bohbot’s patients doing this physical therapy was impressive. Many consistently
demonstrated regained physical abilities that seemed far beyond what would be possible based on their
medical records, a placebo effect, or the physical therapy program by itself.
Because benefits accrue over time with multiple sessions, it will be difficult for most Americans with
spinal cord injury to acquire this ongoing treatment.
Bohbot recognizes that there is a need to incorporate his in-depth experiences and intuitive
perspectives into training programs that will make the treatment more universally available.
medicine treatment for spinal cord injury (SCI) and related physical disabilities. As the name implies,
laserpuncture combines elements of acupuncture and laser therapy, both of which have shown potential
for restoring some function after SCI.
Albert Bohbot, a charismatic health professional, developed laserpuncture. Early in his career, he
became interested in acupuncture’s potential for treating a variety of disorders. With the assistance of
scientists at one of France’s leading engineering colleges, Bohbot developed a sophisticated electronic
instrument that substituted an infrared laser light beam for acupuncture needles.
Treatment: Using his device, Bohbot has treated more than 500 people with spinal cord injury, most of
whom were at least a year post-injury. He claims that more than 60%-70% have had substantial
improvement. Although it was difficult to get in-depth feedback due to language differences, the patients
I observed clearly supported Bohbot’s claims and often routinely traveled great distances to obtain
treatment.
In each session, a laser beam is directed toward ten acupuncture points for two minutes each. The
selected points are a part of a large acupuncture network covering the front and back of the patient’s
torso. In response to the stimulation, the patient will often feel sensations below the injury level. Based
on these sensations and any motor or sensory improvement, ensuing sessions may focus on new
acupuncture points and use different energy frequencies.
The sessions are augmented with more traditional physical rehabilitation therapy - at home or in the
clinic – and are designed to enhanced restored function (e.g., walking with leg braces using walkers or
parallel bars, riding a stationary bicycle, etc.).
Observing Bohbot’s patients doing this physical therapy was impressive. Many consistently
demonstrated regained physical abilities that seemed far beyond what would be possible based on their
medical records, a placebo effect, or the physical therapy program by itself.
Because benefits accrue over time with multiple sessions, it will be difficult for most Americans with
spinal cord injury to acquire this ongoing treatment.
Bohbot recognizes that there is a need to incorporate his in-depth experiences and intuitive
perspectives into training programs that will make the treatment more universally available.
Dr. Albert Bohbot - http://www.laserponcture.net/
Château Gaillard
33 route du Canal
18140 La Chapelle Montlinard
Château Gaillard
33 route du Canal
18140 La Chapelle Montlinard
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