In Laser Therapy, the term chromophore refers to specific molecules or structures present in tissues that absorb the light emitted by the laser. The mechanism of action of laser therapy is based on the selective absorption of light energy by chromophores, which can be pigments, water, or specific proteins. This absorption leads to the transformation of light energy into heat or photochemical reactions, which produce the desired therapeutic effects.
Chromophores determine the depth and effectiveness of the treatment: the choice of laser wavelength must be appropriate for the target chromophore type in order to maximize light absorption and optimize the therapeutic effect.
