Question 1

What is Red Light & Near Infrared Light?

Accepted Answer

Red Light is basically small LED lights emitting red light from a machine or a device. Different lights are measured by their wavelengths in nanometers (NM). Red Light wavelength is around 600-700nm, which can penetrate through skin, soft tissue & muscle. Near Infrared Light (NIR) is similar to Red Light, except NIR light energy is invisible and reaches deeper into the body due to its wavelength of 700-900nm. This will enable it to penetrate through skin, soft tissue, muscle, joints and even bone.

Question 2

How does Red Light Therapy Work?

Accepted Answer

Red Light & NIR Light reaches the cells in our body and increases mitochondria, which are the power cells that fuel our energy in the form of ATP. Basically, the more mitochondria we have, the more ATP we produce, the more energy we have at our disposal. Red Light exposure in our body works in a similar way sunlight produces solar energy and photosynthesis for plants.

Question 3

Is there any proof for Red Light Therapy?

Accepted Answer

Red Light therapy is clinically studied & FDA registered for numerous treatments. There have been thousands of published papers and research done on the benefits of Red Light therapy over the last 50-60 years. Red Light & NIR Light therapy has been used to treat skin conditions, scar removal, pain relief, arthritis, wound healing, vision, pets & animals.

Question 4

What are some of the proven benefits of Red Light Therapy?

Accepted Answer

There are many proven benefits some of which are:

Question 5

Are there any Side Effects?

Accepted Answer

Red Light Therapy is safe and there are no known side effects associated with it.

Question 6

Is it Harmful to the Eyes?

Accepted Answer

Red Light Therapy has been proven to be very beneficial to the eyes and vision, however, it is recommended to use eye protection during use as it can be very bright for most people’s eyes.

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