Red light therapy has gain plenty of popularity in recent years as Australians look for alternative remedies for muscles soreness, recovery, and other health related issues. The questions below will answer the most popular questions we get from customers.
What Is Red Light Therapy?
RLT is method of exposing the body or body parts to low wavelength red light. It's also known as low level laser light therapy. It is used for a number of reasons including wound healing, improving acne, and general skin health. It is also known as:
photobiomodulation (PBM);
low level light therapy (LLLT);
soft laser therapy;
cold laser therapy;
biostimulation;
photonic stimulation;
low-power laser therapy (LPLT);
How Does Red Light Therapy Work?
By strengthening the mitochondria in cells, cells in the body can produce more ATP or adenosine triphosphate. A biochemical reaction is created that stimulates the cell to create more ATP, which is the considered the powerhouse energy element of cells.
With more energy, cells can function more effectively an repair and rejuvenate more quickly.
What Are The Benefits Of Red Light Therapy?
Although much of the research in this therapy has been conducted in other countries such as Russia, there is enough evidence to suggest it can have beneficial effects.
These include:
increasing collagen production in the skin, which gives the skin its elasticity;
increasing fibroblast production, which helps produce collagen and other tissue fibers;
increasing circulation between blood and tissue cells;
protecting cells from damage;
increasing mRNA in the cells, which helps stimulate the cell;
