Here are the answers to many common questions about this type of treatment.
Does red light therapy work?
Yes, it does. Red light therapy is actually a true science with decades of research behind it.
How does red light therapy work?
The Light Therapy Options red and red/infrared LED lights use ranges of wavelengths that penetrate the outer layer of the skin, providing the cells with usable energy. This brings about various reactions in the cells including improved healing, the reduction of inflammation and enhanced production of collagen.
How long does it take for red light therapy to work?
It is not an immediate miracle transformation that will occur overnight, but it will provide you with ongoing improvements that you will begin to see in anywhere from 24 hours to 2 months, depending on the condition, its severity, and how regularly the light is used.
- For the “healthy glow” of a photofacial, you’ll see a difference right away.
- When used in conjunction with infrared light for pain relief, results can arrive in under 20 minutes.
- As a skin healing therapy, some improvements should be noticed in as little as 24 hours from the first treatment. If the wound is quite small and superficial, a healthy person should see quite a dramatic improvement in a short period of time.
- Healing a longstanding open wound that has been non-healing, such as in the case of diabetic wounds, the process does take longer, but there should be a gradual, noticeable difference that is certainly better than what was occurring without the light therapy.
- Acne scars and scars from other types of injuries can start being visibly improved in as little as two weeks, and should gradually fade over time with continued use.
What is the difference between red and near infrared light therapy?
Red and near infrared light therapy are exactly the same except for two differences:
- Red light is visible and near infrared light is invisible.
- Near infrared light penetrates into the body deeper than red light.
What is the difference between red light and LED light?
LED stands for Light Emitting Diode. It’s a type of general lighting technology. For example, the first lighting technology was incandescent light. Next came fluorescent. Halogen is another example. So LED is just the next advancement in lighting technology.
Does red light therapy work through clothes, bandages or dressings?
No. The good thing about red light is that you can see it. Shine the light at your clothes and see if it comes out the other side. The color will be absorbed by the fabric. Only red light that you can see reaching your skin can be absorbed by your skin.
Does near infrared light therapy work through clothes, bandages or dressings?
Yes. Near infrared light, which is invisible to the eye, will penetrate through clothes and many bandages and dressings. Somewhere I saw a list of what types of dressings will block it… next time I find it I will post it here. If you know where it is, please kindly let me know.
How often do I need to use red light therapy?
This depends on the condition you are treating and the device you are using. For most conditions, daily use for at least two weeks is recommended, followed by a once- or twice- weekly maintenance regimen. It is best to follow the directions that come with the device you choose, or as recommended by your doctor.
Can I use it more than once per day?
Yes. Twice per day would be fine.
Do I need to continue to use the light as much when I start seeing results?
Yes. Just because you’re seeing results, it doesn’t mean that your skin cells are finished doing their jobs. It’s just that the results of their efforts are starting to become something you can see and/or feel. Keep up the treatments until you reach your goal level of results. Then you can start a weekly maintenance schedule.
Once my skin problems have been resolved, do I stop using the light?
When your skin is clear or your fine lines, wrinkles, or scarring have been reduced or even eliminated, it is best that you continue the use of the light once or twice per week as a part of a regular maintenance practice. This will help to make sure that the benefits will continue over the long-term.
Is there such thing as getting too much red light therapy?
Yes. Using red light therapy for too long can reduce the effectiveness of your treatments. Red and near infrared light therapy has a “sweet spot” where the light is most effective.
Does red light therapy work for everybody?
Yes.
Is red light therapy safe to use on sensitive skin?
All Light Therapy Options products are approved for all skin types and skin tones. However, if you have any specific concerns, it is recommended that you speak with your physician or dermatologist.
Do I have to wear the protective goggles if I am not facing the light?
When using red light therapy on your face, the goggles are meant to shield your eyes from the extreme brightness of the Pure Red LED Red Light. The goggles make the sessions comfortable for you. When you are not facing the light (for example, if you are treating acne scars on your back), you don’t need to wear the goggles as long as you don’t shine the light into your eyes. Red light has never been shown to be harmful to eyes. That said, when combined with blue light, protective goggles should always be worn.
Is there UV in red or near infrared light therapy devices?
No. UV is on the opposite end of the spectrum. For UV to be in a red or near infrared light therapy device, the manufacturer would have to put it in there on purpose for a reason.
Can red light therapy cause skin cancer?
No. Skin cancer caused by light exposure is from UV wavelengths, which are at the opposite end of the spectrum from red.
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