There Are Many Uses For Red Light Therapy

Red light therapy is an exciting and growing alternative treatment. In general terms, it’s a type of laser surgery using a specific energy level of light just outside the visual spectrum. This laser is lower energy than other treatments. The goal of the treatments are to stimulate cells to essnetially function at a better level than they are. These cells get to live their very best lives and be the best versions of themselves! 

Treatment for red light therapy goes under a wide variety of different names and is used for many different conditions. However, not all treatments are created equal. There are some claims about potential uses of red light therapy that don’t have studies and trials to back them up yet. Despite that, research for this exciting potential treatment will only continue to expand until every benefit that can be had from it are found. 

What is Red Light Therapy? 

Red light therapy is a new method of helping the cells increase their efficiency. Cells contain mitochondria which help absorb and distribute energy for the cells to function. By increasing the efficiency of the mitochondria, cells become more efficient and can function at a higher level. This helps them rejuvenate better. 

Red light therapy goes by other names like low-level laser therapy, photobiomodulation and low-power laser therapy. Low powered red light lasers are used. This energy level is close to the commonly known infrared. The area affected by an ailment is targeted using this red light. It can be directed through lamps or other targeted devices to deliver the laser energy needed to encourage cells.

Does it Work?

One important aspect to consider about red light therapy is the safety aspect. One of the biggest benefits is that as long as the equipment is used correctly, there’s no damage to the skin that’s targeted. Other laser treatments like laser hair removal can make the skin feel like it’s been burned by too much exposure to the sun. There is none of that involved with red light therapy. 

Red light therapy has shown some excellent benefits in some areas. However, there’s also many in which claims seem overblown. One common area is weight loss. There are also claims that it can boost the immune system, “detox” the system and cure acne. There’s no evidence to really support those claims at this time. Check with your doctor before trying out red light therapy to make sure that it’s going to provide what you’re looking for. 

What Can Be Treated? 

There are currently quite a few different treatment options out there. Red light therapy treatments for hair and skin are quite common. However, it’s not just the surface that benefits from red light therapy. There are many ways in which red light therapy is helping look and feel better. 

• Alopecia - There are red light treatments for alopecia. Alopecia is a hair condition in which small patches of hair fall out. Once multiple connected patches fall out, it can be quite noticeable. This isn’t the only use for hair. There are also red light treatments for pattern baldness. 
• Cancer Side Effects - There’s two ways that red light therapy can be of assistance for cancers. The first is by helping with side effects like oral mucositis. The second is a method in which red light therapy will activate a dormant medication or drug that has been taken. This allows targeting of some treatments.
• Cosmetic Treatments - There are many skin conditions which can be a hassle. People try all kinds of methods to reduce the signs of aging and to get rid of sun damage that occurs over time. Red light therapy has shown signs of assisting with these issues. In addition, it’s been used to help minimize the look of scars.  
• Arthritis - There’s been some benefits to people who have rheumatoid arthritis in assisting with their morning stiffness and pain. People with osteoarthritis have shown some improved joint health in their knees.