Choose the clinic that is most convenient for you. If you are unsure, contact the CLTA team and they can help identify the suitable location and appointment type.

CLTA provides PBMT services from Bendigo Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic at 176 Barnard Street, Bendigo VIC 3550. Contact the Bendigo clinic for bookings and current service information.

You can contact CLTA by phone or through the website contact form. The team will help you choose the most appropriate clinic and appointment type.

Yes. CLTA’s Moama clinic is located at 22 Meninya Street, Moama NSW 2731. Contact the clinic to confirm current appointment availability.

Fees depend on the appointment type and treatment plan. Please refer to the current Sessions and Prices page or contact the CLTA team for up-to-date information.

Private health insurance rebates vary between funds and policies. Please contact your insurer directly to confirm whether your appointment or treatment may be covered.

Yes. CLTA welcomes referrals and can work alongside GPs, specialists, physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals. Relevant reports or imaging can be helpful when available.

A referral is not generally required to book an assessment. However, CLTA may recommend medical review or request information from another healthcare provider when this is important for safe and coordinated care.

This depends on the injury and the type of activity. Continuing to train through significant or worsening pain may aggravate some conditions. A qualified practitioner can help determine what can be continued, modified or temporarily avoided.

Yes, PBMT may be used alongside physiotherapy, exercise rehabilitation and other appropriate care. CLTA can work within a multidisciplinary plan and communicate with your healthcare providers where consent is provided.

Seek prompt medical attention for severe pain, major swelling, deformity, inability to bear weight, neurological symptoms or suspected fracture. For less urgent injuries, early assessment can help clarify the problem and guide appropriate load and rehabilitation.

PBMT may be included within a broader sports injury recovery plan, but returning to sport also depends on tissue healing, strength, mobility, confidence and the demands of the activity. A gradual, criteria-based return is generally preferable to relying on pain alone.

Your practitioner will provide advice based on your condition and treatment plan. This may include activity guidance, hydration, home exercises, symptom monitoring or follow-up with another healthcare professional.

Not necessarily. Activity advice depends on the condition and stage of recovery. You may be advised to modify load, avoid particular movements temporarily or follow a graded return-to-activity plan.

Responses vary. Some people report changes earlier than others, while some conditions require a longer period of care and rehabilitation. CLTA does not guarantee a particular outcome or timeframe and will review whether the plan remains appropriate.

There is no single treatment number that suits everyone. The recommended number and frequency of sessions depend on the condition, how long it has been present, the treatment area, your health and how you respond. Progress should be reviewed throughout the plan.

Appointment length varies according to the area being treated and whether it is an initial assessment or follow-up visit. CLTA can confirm the expected appointment time when you book.

Wear comfortable clothing that allows access to the area being assessed and treated. PBMT is generally applied directly to the skin. A gown can be provided when required.

Your first appointment includes a discussion of your symptoms, health history, current treatment and goals. The practitioner will assess the area, explain whether PBMT may be suitable and discuss a proposed plan. Treatment may be provided at the first visit when appropriate.

Age alone does not determine suitability. CLTA considers the person’s health, diagnosis, goals, medications and other relevant factors before recommending treatment.

PBMT may be considered for younger patients in some circumstances, but suitability must be assessed individually. Parent or guardian consent and involvement are required.

People who are undergoing or have recently completed cancer treatment should discuss PBMT with their treating medical team. CLTA will consider the treatment area, clinical purpose and relevant medical advice before proceeding.

Suitability depends on factors including the treatment area, medical history, current health, medications and diagnosis. Please tell your practitioner about pregnancy, cancer treatment, light sensitivity, implanted devices, recent surgery and any significant medical conditions.

Most people do not describe PBMT as painful. Some may notice gentle warmth during treatment, while others feel very little. Tell your practitioner if you experience discomfort or have concerns at any stage.

PBMT is non-invasive and is generally well tolerated when delivered by a suitably trained practitioner. As with any therapy, it may not be appropriate for every person or every condition, which is why CLTA completes an individual assessment before recommending care.

Recovery time can be influenced by the tissue involved, severity and duration of the problem, circulation, general health, sleep, nutrition, repeated loading and other medical factors. A clinical assessment can help identify issues that may be affecting progress.

PBMT may be considered within a coordinated wound management plan. Wounds should be appropriately assessed, and treatment may need to involve a GP, specialist, wound nurse or other healthcare professional.

In some circumstances, PBMT may be incorporated into post-surgical care. Timing and suitability depend on the procedure, the person’s health and the advice of the treating surgeon or healthcare team.

PBMT may be considered as part of an individual management plan for some joint or inflammatory presentations. An assessment is required to understand the likely source of symptoms and whether referral to another healthcare professional is appropriate.

PBMT may be considered for some tendon-related presentations following assessment. Tendon problems can have several contributing factors, so load management, strengthening and other clinical care may also be important.

PBMT may be considered as one component of a broader sports injury management plan. Depending on the injury, this may also involve activity modification, exercise rehabilitation, physiotherapy, medical review or gradual return-to-sport planning.

People attend CLTA for assessment of a range of musculoskeletal, soft tissue, inflammatory, repetitive strain, wound-related and post-procedural concerns. Suitability for PBMT depends on the diagnosis, medical history and individual circumstances.

CLTA uses clinical laser systems selected for professional healthcare use. The device and treatment settings chosen will depend on the area being treated and the practitioner’s assessment.

PBMT does not cut, burn or remove tissue. Surgical lasers are designed to create a thermal or cutting effect, while PBMT uses light at therapeutic settings without performing surgery.

PBMT delivers light energy to the treatment area. This light interacts with cells and may support normal physiological processes involved in tissue function and recovery. The treatment approach depends on the condition, the area being treated and the individual patient.

Yes. Clinical laser therapy is a commonly used term for PBMT. You may also see terms such as low-level laser therapy or light therapy, although devices, wavelengths and treatment protocols can differ.

Photobiomodulation Therapy, commonly shortened to PBMT, uses specific wavelengths of light delivered to targeted tissue. It is a non-invasive therapy used in a range of healthcare and rehabilitation settings. At CLTA, treatment is planned following an individual assessment.

Our flagship clinic is located at 22 Meninya St, Moama NSW 2731, with our Bendigo clinic located at 176 Barnard St, at the Bendigo Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Clinic,
serving central Victoria. Appointments can be made by calling 0493 656 346 for Moama, or 5442 5288 for Bendigo. 

Contact Clinical Laser Therapy Australia

Moama Clinic
22 Meninya St, Moama NSW 2731
0493 656 346 

Bendigo Clinic
176 Barnard St, Bendigo VIC 3550
5442 5288

We are a dedicated PBMT clinic using world-class laser systems and clinical expertise. Our locations in Moama and Bendigo make advanced laser therapy accessible to regional patients who deserve the best in evidence-based care.

PBMT can be used to treat musculoskeletal pain, inflammation, arthritis, soft-tissue injuries, neuropathies, wound recovery, and post-surgical healing.

Wear comfortable clothing that allows the practitioner to get easy access to the treatment area. PBMT needs to be applied directly to the skin. Patient gowns can be provided if necessary.

Yes, PBMT is completely safe and painless. Most patients feel a gentle warmth or soothing sensation during treatment.

Most patients begin to notice results within 2–3 sessions. For lasting benefits, a typical plan includes 6–12 sessions over several weeks.

An initial consultation is approximately 30 minutes and subsequent treatments are approximately 15 minutes.