Red Light Therapy
How does Red Light Therapy Work?
Red light therapy uses specific wavelengths of red light to create a biochemical affect in our cells that serves to increase mitochondrial function. This improves ATP (adenosine triphosphate) production in the body.
Why is this important?
ATP is the source of energy for every cell in the body. Without it, we don’t function at all. Without enough of it, we don’t function well.
Red light therapy penetrates about 8-10 millimeters into the skin. Depending on which area of the body the red light is used, this can easily affect all skin layers, reaching into the blood vessels, lymph pathways, nerves, adn hair follicles.
The Benefits of Red Light Therapy
Even though the western world is behind the times with red light therapy, strong evidence supports its health benefits. It is FDA approved for chronic joint pain, slow to heal wounds, wrinkles, hair loss, and acne. Many others have used it successfully for other issues, such as psoriasis, improved circulation, and better immune system function.
Here’s a Partial List of the evidence-based uses of red light therapy:
Helps rejuvenate facial skin & smooths skin tone
Builds Collagen in the skin to reduce wrinkles
Helps repairs sun damage
Activates the lymphatic system for improved detoxification
Decreases inflammation in the skin
Helps fade scars and stretch marks
Improves hair growth to reverse balding
Stimulates slow healing wounds
Prevents recurring cold sores
Helpful with carpal tunnel syndrome
Beneficial for skin to reduce eczema, rosacea, and acne