Episode #81: My Son Sam's Experience with Using Erchonia Lasers for Injury Recovery and Sports Performance

Sam Woolner (Dr. Woolner's son) is the featured guest on this episode of the Laser Light show, hosted by Dr. Chad Woolner and co-host Dr. Andrew Wells. Sam is a young athlete who has made his mark in the world of track and field, becoming one of the fastest sprinters at his high school in Eagle, Idaho. He has demonstrated exceptional talent in events such as the 60, 100, 200 meters, long jump, and relays. His accolades include holding the fastest freshman record and a 60 meters dash record at his indoor track club. Sam is gearing up to commit to a college where he plans to continue his athletic and academic endeavors, with an interest in studying biology and aspirations to pursue chiropractic studies.

Episode Summary:

In this engaging episode of the Laser Light show, Dr. Chad Woolner introduces his son, Sam Woolner, an extraordinary track and field athlete who shares his experiences with Erchonia laser therapies. The episode delves into the profound impact of these therapies on sports performance, injury recovery, and overall well-being. Dr. Woolner reflects on his personal journey with lasers, from his fascination at Portland's laser shows to incorporating therapeutic lasers in his chiropractic practice.

Sam discusses how regular laser therapy has helped him overcome injuries quickly, enhancing his recovery, performance, and athletic longevity. The conversation also touches on how lasers have improved cognitive function and even aided with common issues such as acne. Dr. Andrew Wells shares his own remarkable recovery story from a quad injury, emphasizing the rapid healing facilitated by laser treatments. The discussion reveals how both high school and professional athletes can benefit from this technology for superior performance and recovery.

Listeners can expect to hear firsthand accounts of how laser therapy has been instrumental in aiding athletes to reach their peak potential. The episode also provides a glimpse into Sam's bright future, including his aspirations to move into the chiropractic field, furthering his passion for sports and wellness.

Key Takeaways:

• Sam Woolner's impressive track record in athletics and his use of laser therapy for performance optimization and fast recovery.
• Dr. Andrew Wells experiences quick recovery from a quad injury through the use of Erconia lasers.
• The significance of rest and recovery in athletic training, as highlighted by a substitute coach's advice during Dr. Wells' high school days.
• Sam's personal testimony on the benefits of laser therapy, including for common issues like acne.
• The exciting future prospects for Sam as he looks to further his education in biology and chiropractic studies.

Notable Quotes:

• "So with football, it was lifts every day, and I was always pretty sore... But with track, it's lifts and running every day, and with the lasers, I feel more loose. I don't feel as tight. I feel a lot better." – Sam Woolner
• "I was in a lot of pain...but with a couple of days [after using the laser], it was noticeably better." – Dr. Andrew Wells
• "So the good news about this is, normally with an injury like that, it would take a long time to heal, and thankfully at home, Chad brings his base station home, his Erchonia base station, and so he's got three lasers there." – Dr. Andrew Wells
• "Having [the Erconia laser] at a local chiropractor that I would have gone to, my dad 100% would have paid to allow me to go get lasered on a regular basis. We just didn't know about it." – Dr. Andrew Wells
• "I still don't know where to go to college yet... And then I want to study biology and then with that, go into chiropractic school and work for this guy." – Sam Woolner

Resources:

Tune in to the full episode to hear Sam Woolner's inspiring story and discover the world of Erconia lasers through the expert lens of Dr. Chad Woolner and Dr. Andrew Wells. Stay connected for more enlightening episodes that delve into the science, technology, and real-life applications of laser therapy in various aspects of health and sports performance.

Dr. Woolner is a Chiropractor in Meridian Idaho.