Benefits of Red Light Therapy
- The Mbar Medspa
- Apr 18
- 1 min read
What is Red light Therapy?
Red light therapy (RLT) is a non-invasive treatment that uses low-wavelength red or near-infrared light to stimulate the body’s cells and tissues. It’s also known as low-level laser therapy (LLLT) or photobiomodulation (PBM). The goal is to promote healing, reduce inflammation, and enhance cellular function.
Here’s how it works: When the red or near-infrared light penetrates the skin, it’s absorbed by the mitochondria, which are the powerhouses of your cells. This absorption boosts the production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate), the energy molecule that fuels various cell functions. More ATP can improve the health and regeneration of skin, muscle, and other tissues.
Benefits of Red Light Therapy
Skin rejuvenation: It can help with collagen production, reducing wrinkles, fine lines, and improving skin tone.
Wound healing: It may speed up the healing of injuries, cuts, or burns by promoting tissue repair.
Pain relief and inflammation reduction: It can help with chronic pain conditions like arthritis or muscle soreness.
Improved circulation: By increasing blood flow, it may promote faster recovery after exercise or injury.
Hair growth: Some studies suggest it can help with hair regrowth, particularly in cases of androgenetic alopecia (male or female pattern baldness).
Mood enhancement and mental clarity: Some research points to improved mood and cognitive function, although the evidence here is less conclusive.
It’s generally considered safe, but the effectiveness of RLT can depend on the type of device used, the intensity of the light, and the duration of the therapy.
Here at the Mbar we use ours mainly for our micro-needling patients to speed up their wound healing.
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