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Red light therapy, also known as low-level light therapy or photobiomodulation, is a non-invasive therapy that uses low-level red or near-infrared light to promote tissue repair, reduce inflammation, and improve skin health. During a red light therapy treatment, the individual down on an LED bed which emits low-level red and near-infrared light. The light penetrates the skin, where it is absorbed by cells in the body. The light stimulates cellular activity and ATP production to help cells in various tissues perform more optimally. The result includes a reduction of oxidative stress, improved circulation, reduced pain, and increased production of collagen and other proteins that aid in tissue repair.Why do people seek light therapy (Photobiomodulation)
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Improve pain
Promote the dissipation of inflammation
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Promote wound healing
Enhance physical fitness
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Improve skin
Skin lightening and spot-lightening
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Rejuvenation
Improve sleep
People seek light therapy for various reasons, including:
1. Skin Health: Light therapy (in particular red light) has shown to improve skin health by reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improving skin texture, and reducing the appearance of acne scars and other blemishes.
2. Joint Pain and Inflammation: Light therapy (in particular red and infrared) has shown to reduce joint pain and inflammation and improve range of motion in people with conditions such as arthritis and fibromyalgia.
3. Muscle Recovery: Many athletes and fitness enthusiasts use red and infrared light therapy to help speed up muscle recovery after intense workouts or injuries.
4. Mood Disorders: Red light therapy is believed to help alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety by increasing levels of serotonin, a neurotransmitter responsible for regulating mood.*
5. Hair Growth: Red light therapy has shown to promote hair growth by increasing blood flow to hair follicles, stimulating collagen production, and activating dormant hair follicles.*
Red light therapy is often used in a variety of settings, including medical offices, spas, wellness facilities, gyms, and at home. It can be administered through a variety of devices, amongst which full-body beds are the most potent.
While studies and surveys reveal benefits of red light therapy for these and other conditions, more research is needed to fully understand its effectiveness and to determine the optimal treatment protocols. As with any treatment or therapy, it is important to speak with a healthcare professional before starting red light therapy. Our products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Want to dive deeper?
Many of our customers are familiar with the work of Dr. Andrew Huberman, a professor of neurobiology and ophthalmology at Stanford School of Medicine. Dr. Huberman’s Podcast has a large following, and we found this episode so valuable that we added it to our manual.
PLEASE NOTE: Dr. Huberman neither mentions nor does he endorse the NEO | Light bed. However, the information is relevant to anyone wanting to learn more about the benefits of light therapy. Read More
“I describe the mechanisms by which different wavelengths of light impact the cells, tissues, and organs of the human body, and how specifically timed light exposure of specific wavelengths can be used to improve sleep, enhance alertness, modulate hormone levels, and improve mood. I also explain the use of ultraviolet and infrared phototherapies to relieve pain increase testosterone and estrogen levels; improve skin health, appearance, and wound healing; and how red light can be used to offset age-related vision loss and provide neuroprotection. Throughout the episode, I describe the mechanisms of light-based therapies and actionable tools that people can use positively impact mental and physical health.”
