Red Light Therapy

Red Light Therapy, also known as low-level laser therapy (LLLT), stimulates cells by using low-energy light-emitting diodes (LEDs). Red light penetrates the skin 8-10mm deep. Once absorbed, the light energy is converted to cellular energy. Certain wavelengths of light can enhance mitochondrial function, which takes in nutrients, breaks them down, and creates energy molecules. By improving the functioning of the entire cell, results in a number of metabolic processes like improved healing, reduced inflammation, increased production of collagen and elastin, increased circulation, and the formation of new capillaries, and increased lymphatic activity.

The frequency of sessions depends on the condition it is being used to treat, the severity of the condition, and if it is being used in conjunction with other complementary medicines. It is important to note that different bodies respond differently. We recommend 2 to 3 sessions a week for 4 to 6 weeks. After that, you can reduce the sessions further by switching to 1 to 2 sessions a week for 2 weeks and then reduce it to once per week. If your body responds well to the treatment, you can also play with the number of sessions

The long and short of this question is No…Red Light therapy is considered safe and UV-free. Unlike using other laser therapies or tanning beds, Red light therapy does not use ultraviolet (UV) light, which is the cell mutating and cancer-causing light. The wavelengths produced in this style of therapy is outside of the skin-damaging UV range.

It really depends on your sensitivity. People have reported feelings of immediate relief, to a sensation of tingling, minor itching, and light aching to nothing at all. It is beneficial to note that each sensation recorded has been minor.

NASA, The Mayo Clinic, University of Wisconsin, Stanford University, and many medical equipment providers, such as Meditech and Quantum Devices, have all conducted clinical trials documenting the therapeutic effects of red light in the mid 600s to 800s nm range. The US Government uses Red light devices for wound healing in NASA, Military Combat, Navy Special Op’s, and Submarine service personnel. Just another proof of its effectiveness.

No, they are very different therapies. Red Light Therapy is Low-Level Light Therapy, which involves using red light, which is lower in energy than laser therapy. Laser Therapy stands for: Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. Lasers are light mechanisms that use ‘amplified’ light waves that have been concentrated into a single coherent ‘laser beam’ of the same frequency. Lasers use directional heat and photonic intensity that works when electrons become more energized, after absorbing energy from an electrical current.

There are a few side effects of Red Light Therapy. These are rare, minor, and usually short-lived. Redness, dry skin and swelling, eyestrain and headaches, sleep disturbance and insomnia have all been noted. Therefore determining the appropriate dose and timing of Red light is essential in order to diminish the occurrence of side effects.

Yes, Red Light Therapy is FDA approved for a growing list of conditions, including; Acne treatment, Anti-aging, hair loss and regrowth, pain relief, and weight loss.

Red light is visible (630-700nm) and near-infrared light is invisible (700 and 1200nm). As the wavelengths near-infrared light puts out are longer, this allows infrared light to penetrate deeper into the body than red light. These are really the only two differences. It should be noted, as these two light therapies differ in wavelengths, this will affect what they treat.

Yes, it should. Red Light Therapy will work for the reduction of fine lines, scarring, inflammation, and other conditions. The amount of time it takes to see visible results will vary from person to person, depending on the type of condition and its severity.

Yes. It is safe as long as it is used properly and there isn’t over-exposure. Red and blue light therapy, combined, is used for acne patients. Red and the amber light is used for wrinkle and fine line reduction or anti-aging. It should be noted, if you have Epilepsy, seizures, or are pregnant you should consult your physician prior to exposure to light therapy.

No. There are no UV rays in Red Light Therapy. Skin Cancer is caused by light exposure to UV wavelengths.

Red light will not harm your eyes. The light source produces a lot of glare. Just like you shouldn’t look directly at the sun, you shouldn’t stare directly at Red light. Research suggests that modest amounts of red and NIR LED light may benefit certain eye conditions, but our lights are very bright! Therefore, we provide goggles that should be worn when facing the lights, particularly when NIR is active. Do not stare directly into the light-emitting diodes (LEDs). We urge you to consult a licensed healthcare professional before using our Mito Red Lights if you have any eye problems or any other health conditions at all.

No. Only Red light that you can see reaching the skin can be absorbed by the skin. If there is fabric in between, the colored light will be absorbed by the fabric.

It is known that red and near-infrared light therapy increases mitochondrial energy production in cells. Mitochondria are tiny organelles that power all the cells in our body. The MITOchondria create more of that energy with red and near-infrared light therapy.

Specific photons found in red and near-infrared light interact with cytochrome c oxidase photoreceptors in our cells. As a result of this interaction, our mitochondria use oxygen more efficiently, producing more ATP (adenosine triphosphate). Adenosine triphosphate is a complex organic chemical that provides energy to drive many processes in living cells, e.g. muscle contraction, nerve impulse propagation, and chemical synthesis. Found in all forms of life, ATP is often referred to as the “molecular unit of currency” of intracellular energy transfer. Our cells perform better when they have more energy, and the body follows suit!