Red Light Therapy has taken the health and wellness industry by storm. Backed by decades of science, it is a safe and effective treatment that can be used for a wide variety of challenges from head to toe. With the increasing popularity of low light therapy, options for home use tools continue to grow and choosing one can be a little overwhelming.

 

 

To appreciate how Low Light Therapy (RLT – Red Light and Near Infrared Light  - NIR) can help your body recover and rejuvenate from the inside out, we need to look at how the body functions at the cellular level.  Here are the basics from high school science (who knew this class would come in handy in real life?)

 

ü Within our cells, we have small structures called mitochondria (often referred to as the powerhouse of the cell). Much like the photosynthesis process in plants, these structures soak up light and convert its energy into cellular fuel. 

ü When red or Near infrared (NIR) light shines through the body, it interacts with mitochondria, stimulating the production of ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) like a boost of fuel.  ATP is the primary energy currency in our bodies.

ü So, increased ATP production means there’s more energy within each cell. A cell with high energy is better able to perform its specialized functions, repair itself, and replicate.

ü This process stimulates collagen production, improves blood circulation, and reduces inflammation, causing a ripple effect that enhances overall health and contributes to faster healing.

 

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF RED/NIR LIGHT THERAPY?

 

ü DEEP TISSUE RECOVERY: Due to its penetration range, red/NIR light is used in deep tissue treatments to promote muscle recovery, boost skin rejuvenation, and relieve pain, improving general well-being and physical performance.

 

ü SKIN REJUVENATION: Research shows that treatment stimulates collagen production, which can slow down the aging process and, in some cases, even cause more youthful-looking skin. Collagen production is one of the many positive impacts of energizing and revitalizing the mitochondria.

 

ü ENHANCED HEALING PROCESS: Red Light therapy helps the body heal itself faster by stimulating mitochondria, energizing cells to work more rapidly in pursuit of recovery. Increased collagen density, reduced inflammation, and a decrease in the proliferation of keloid fibroblasts all contribute to faster healing.

 

ü PAIN RELIEF: Consistent red light therapy relieves pain in the body, including muscle pain from exercise, nerve pain, joint pain, and others. This is caused by an increase in the rapidity of energy production in the cells because of Red Light Therapy stimulation.

 

ü REDUCED INFLAMMATION: Red light therapy treatment reduces inflammation, thus helping treat a wide variety of conditions that can be exacerbated in an over-inflamed cell environment. This may potentially help reduce the onset of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and more.

 

 

What Is Red Light Therapy? 

RLT is a treatment that involves exposing the body to safe, concentrated wavelengths of red light. Photobiomodulation is the technical name for it. Thousands of clinical studies and scientific research papers have shown the incredible healing potential with red light therapy.

 

One of the most fascinating aspects of red light technology is how its healing power was discovered. During a NASA-funded experiment on grow lights in 1993, the scientist overseeing the experiment noticed that not only did red light boost plant growth, it also seemed to heal skin lesions as well.

 

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Red and NIR Wavelengths: What's the Difference?

Understanding what red and NIR light can accomplish is important in choosing a tool.  Wavelength (depth of light penetration), irradiance (distance required), and size contribute to a device’s efficacy.  When we talk about red and NIR, we’re talking about a band of wavelengths. The greater the number, the longer the wavelength, and the longer the wavelength, the deeper it penetrates the skin. Within those red and NIR ranges are specific wavelengths that scientists have identified as peak performance

 

Red light (630-700nm) penetrates the surface of the skin to about 1/3” (8.47mm), so it’s able to reach the epidermal and dermal layers. This makes it extremely effective for treating skin conditions and hair loss that take place in these layers.

 

NIR light (810-850nm) penetrates more deeply, to about 3” (76.2mm) below the surface to the subcutaneous tissue, muscle, bone, and interior tissue. At these depths, NIR light demonstrates anti-inflammatory and healing properties in the large muscle groups and layers of tissue. Because NIR can penetrate bone, it’s able to stimulate the production of stem cells, thereby supporting the immune system.

  

 

Red Light   630nm: Ideal for targeting many skin concerns such as fine lines and wrinkles, psoriasis, hair regrowth, superficial skin cancers, and acne.    660nm: Produces an anti-inflammatory effect, encourages bone healing, reduces swelling following injuries, addresses neuropathic pain, and accelerates wound healing.

Near-Infrared Light   810nm: Improves healing & recovery following strenuous activity, accelerates wound healing, improves symptoms of psychiatric disorders, aids recovery from traumatic brain injury, and promotes hair regrowth.    830nm: Accelerates healing, increases feel-good chemicals known as endorphins, improves bone repair and growth, accelerates recovery and return-to-play after injury.    850nm: Produces anti-inflammatory effects to reduce joint & muscle pain; enhances muscle recovery and decreases inflammation & oxidative stress after strenuous exercise; heals skin wounds; reduces lines, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation.

 

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Consider Wavelengths, Irradiance, Portability and Price

 

It’s worth noting that not all devices include both red and NIR light wavelengths. The therapeutic benefits of treatment improve overall when more wavelengths are used simultaneously.  In fact, getting a device that provides both red and NIR light is probably the best option. Clinical research suggests that red light therapy works best when red and NIR wavelengths are delivered in tandem, as they deliver a greater range of benefits to the body’s cells and tissues. 

 

Another huge difference between red light therapy devices is irradiance. This is the measure of how much power a light emits over an area—or in the case of your body, how much light energy, in the form of photons, it receives.  If you’re wondering why it matters, it’s because of how much light energy is delivered to the cells. Devices with lower irradiance give off less light energy, which deprives cells of the stimulation they need to spark those desired biological reactions. Lower irradiance means more time invested to achieve the desired effects of red light therapy. 

 

 

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My choice for home use Red Light/NIR Therapy 

is LUMEBOX for these reasons:

 

Ø   Powerful yet portable: Each bulb emits both red and near-infrared light,

Ø   3rd party tested for high irradiance: Most portable devices lack power or lab testing, but this matters if you want real results.

Ø  Irradiance tested at 1cm away (for muscle and joint health); 15cm away for skin rejuvenation - one device that does it all - just adjust the distance and time.

Ø  Meets IEC Standards: IEC 60601-1, 60601-1-11, 60601-1-2, 60601-2-57, 62471, 62233 for electrical, EMF, and optical light safety.

Ø  3rd party tested for EMF – FDA Registered.

Ø  Trusted by experts—orthopedic surgeons, dentists, estheticians, and pro athletes alike.

Ø  Longer battery life with a larger coverage area than most portable devices.