Frequently Asked Questions

MLS (Multiwave Locked System) laser therapy is an FDA-cleared treatment that delivers two synchronized wavelengths of laser light into injured tissue: 808 nm to resolve inflammation and swelling, and 905 nm to relieve pain. The energy stimulates your cells' own repair machinery, a process called photobiomodulation. Full details here.

No. Treatment is painless, most patients feel nothing, or a mild soothing warmth. No needles, no incisions, no numbing required, no soreness afterward.

10–15 minutes for most foot and ankle treatments. With check-in, you're usually in and out of the office within half an hour.

Typical plans run 6–12 sessions at 2–3 visits per week. Acute injuries often need fewer; chronic conditions like neuropathy usually need more. You'll get a specific number at your evaluation, and we adjust based on your actual progress, not a fixed script.

Many patients feel a difference within the first 1–3 sessions. The effects are cumulative, so improvement typically builds through the course, and continues for weeks afterward as tissue keeps remodeling.

MLS laser therapy is FDA-cleared for treating pain and inflammation, meaning the FDA reviewed the device and found it safe and equivalent to legally marketed predicates for its intended use. ("Approved" is technically reserved for a different FDA pathway; "cleared" is the correct term for therapy lasers, and any clinic saying otherwise is being imprecise.)

Clinical use of MLS laser spanning many years has reported no significant side effects. You may occasionally feel mild, short-lived sensations as circulation increases. It's one of the safest treatments in musculoskeletal medicine.

We don't treat over active cancer, over a pregnant uterus, or near the thyroid or eyes. Certain photosensitizing medications call for caution. Dr. Cedeno screens your history before any treatment starts.

Three ways: power (class IV delivers a therapeutic dose to deep tissue; low-level devices often can't), dual synchronized wavelengths (the patented MLS pulse), and robotic delivery (computer-controlled, reproducible dosing instead of a hand-held wand). See our technology page.

Yes. Laser is often the backbone of a combined plan with shockwave, PRP, orthotics, or rehab exercises. Combining correctly is exactly what our regenerative programs are designed to do.

None. Drive home, go back to work, take your evening walk. Laser therapy doesn't damage tissue. It energizes it.

A non-invasive treatment that sends acoustic pressure waves into chronically injured tissue, breaking down scar tissue and provoking a fresh healing response. It's one of the best-evidenced non-surgical options for chronic plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendinopathy. More here.

You'll feel firm, rapid tapping, mildly uncomfortable for some, very tolerable for most, and intensity is adjusted to you. Sessions take 10–15 minutes with no downtime.

Rule of thumb: laser calms and accelerates (great for pain, inflammation, and most healing), shockwave provokes and rebuilds (great for old, scarred, stubborn tissue). Chronic cases often benefit from both in sequence. The exam determines the right recipe.

Platelet-rich plasma: we draw a small blood sample, spin it to concentrate the platelets, and inject that growth-factor-rich concentrate into your injured tissue. It re-ignites healing in degenerated fascia and tendons. More here.

They do different jobs. Cortisone suppresses inflammation fast but temporarily, and repeat use can weaken tissue. PRP builds tissue and takes weeks, but its results tend to last. If cortisone keeps wearing off, that's usually the sign to switch strategies.

No regenerative cell therapy for orthopedic conditions is FDA-approved; these are elective treatments offered under physician judgment where evidence is promising but still developing. We're transparent about this. You'll get the honest state of the science for your diagnosis before deciding. More here.

These are healing treatments, not painkillers: expect first improvements at 4–6 weeks and continued gains for 3–6 months as tissue remodels. Laser therapy is often added to support and smooth this phase.

In well-selected cases, yes. That's its best use. In poorly selected cases it wastes your money, which is why candidacy here is decided by a surgeon with no incentive to steer you away from an operation you actually need. You'll get a straight answer.

That's the signature of plantar fasciitis, the fascia tightens overnight and those first steps re-stretch injured tissue. It's the most common cause of heel pain and among the most treatable conditions we see.

Rarely. Spurs appear on X-rays of plenty of pain-free feet; the pain almost always comes from the soft tissue (fascia), not the bone. Treat the fascia and the pain resolves, spur and all. More on heel pain causes.

For many patients, yes. Laser improves the microcirculation that feeds nerve tissue and can meaningfully reduce burning, tingling, and nighttime symptoms. It won't resurrect completely dead nerves, and we're honest about that. Earlier treatment = better odds. Full neuropathy guide.

Usually yes, in modified form, tissue heals with the right load, not zero load. We'll tell you exactly what to keep, what to pause, and what to substitute so you don't lose your fitness while you heal.

Because sprains heal "loose" without rehab, the ligament lengthens and your balance reflexes stay dulled, leading to that give-way feeling. It's fixable at any stage. See sprains & instability.

Seek prompt care for: inability to bear weight, a felt "pop" with sudden weakness, spreading redness or red streaks, fever with foot pain, a cold/blue foot, or any wound on a diabetic foot. When in doubt, call us, we'll tell you where you need to be.

Annually at minimum; every 3–6 months with neuropathy, circulation issues, deformity, or ulcer history. Regular podiatric care measurably reduces amputation risk. Diabetic foot care.

It depends on your condition and plan length, and we quote exact package pricing up front, before you commit to anything. Call (561) 915-1934 for current prices. No surprise bills, ever.

Your evaluation and standard podiatric care are typically covered. Laser, shockwave, and regenerative therapies are usually elective/out-of-pocket (most insurers classify them as emerging treatments). We verify your benefits and give you a complete cost picture before starting.

Compare honestly: months of copays, repeat injections, medication costs and side effects, missed activities, or a defined course of treatment aimed at resolving the problem. For most chronic sufferers the math favors fixing it. We'll help you weigh it for your case, and we'll tell you if we think laser isn't the right value for you.

Ask our front desk about current packages and payment options when you call. We work hard to keep effective treatment within reach.

Laser and regenerative treatments prescribed by a physician for a medical condition are generally HSA/FSA-eligible expenses. Confirm with your plan administrator; we'll provide any documentation you need.

Call (561) 915-1934 or use the request form. Most new patients are seen within the week, acute injuries often sooner.

Most patients don't. You can see a podiatrist directly. A few HMO plans require referrals; call us and we'll help you check your specific plan.

A focused history, hands-on examination, imaging if needed, a clear explanation of what's wrong, and a written plan with options and costs. Laser treatment can often begin the same day. Full walkthrough on our new patients page.

Photo ID, insurance card, medication list, any prior imaging/reports, and your most-worn shoes, the wear pattern is diagnostic gold.

4601 Military Trail, Suite 202, Jupiter, FL 33458, on Military Trail in central Jupiter, minutes from Abacoa and I-95. Map and directions.

Our Jupiter office is open Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM, with a lunch closure 12:30–1:30 PM. Our Palm Beach Gardens office is open Mon & Wed 8 AM–4:30 PM. Both are closed weekends and holidays.

Yes, bilateral conditions (both heels, both feet with neuropathy) are commonly treated in the same visit. Session time is a bit longer and pricing reflects it; we'll spell it out in your plan.

Of course. We're happy to coordinate care and send records and progress notes to any physician you choose. Many patients come to us just for the laser or regenerative portion of their care.

Yes. Laser therapy doesn't damage tissue, it energizes it, so there's no required rest period. If your condition itself calls for modified activity, that guidance comes from your treatment plan, not from the laser.

Because laser and shockwave don't just relieve. They trigger biological repair processes (collagen production, new capillary growth) that continue for weeks after the stimulus ends. Shockwave studies routinely measure their best outcomes at 12 weeks post-treatment.

We track your pain and function at every visit, and plans that aren't producing get changed, different modality, different diagnosis review, sometimes imaging. What we don't do is keep selling you the same thing that isn't working.

It can, if the cause that overloaded your fascia is still there. That's why plans include the unglamorous parts, footwear strategy, stretching, load management, orthotics when mechanics call for them. Fix the tissue and the reason it broke down.

Immediately. Laser and shockwave sessions require zero downtime, most patients come during lunch and return to work. Regenerative injections may involve a few days of relative rest depending on the site.

Most patients don't. Some chronic conditions, neuropathy especially, benefit from periodic maintenance visits to hold gains. If maintenance makes sense for you, we'll say so up front, including cost, so there are no surprise "forever plans."

Yes. Post-surgical healing is one of laser's best uses. It helps reduce swelling and supports tissue repair during recovery, which is why Dr. Cedeno often incorporates it after procedures he performs.

4601 Military Trail, Suite 202, Jupiter, FL 33458, on Military Trail between Donald Ross Road and Frederick Small Road, minutes from Abacoa and I-95. Free parking on site. Maps and directions.

Yes, our Abacoa Podiatry & Leg Vein Center sister office at 11380 Prosperity Farms Road, Suite 204, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410, open Mon & Wed 8 AM–4:30 PM. Call (561) 915-1934 and we'll book you at whichever office is more convenient.

Monday and Wednesday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. It is closed Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends. On those days our Jupiter office on Military Trail is open and is 10–15 minutes north — call (561) 915-1934 and we'll book you wherever works. See the Palm Beach Gardens office page for directions.

Our farthest regulars say yes: robotic MLS laser, EPAT shockwave, and surgeon-supervised regenerative care are hard to find between West Palm Beach and Stuart. See your city's drive time and directions on our locations pages.

Yes, for visits that don't need hands-on examination, follow-ups, results reviews, wound-photo checks, and "should I come in?" questions. How telehealth works here.

Yes, both offices are wheelchair accessible with parking close to the entrance. Tell us about any accessibility needs when you book and we'll be ready.

On our Media page, which hosts his full YouTube library, treatment explainers, condition guides, and foot-health tips.

Of course. A second set of ears is genuinely useful, especially when weighing treatment options. Adult children coordinating a parent's care are welcome to join by phone too.

We see adolescent athletes with sports injuries, heel pain (Sever's disease is common in active kids), and ankle sprains. Call and describe the situation. If a pediatric specialist is the better fit, we'll tell you.

Call us at (561) 915-1934 and we'll make communication work for you and your family, including arranging interpretation when needed.