How to Use Red Light Therapy

Red light therapy also known as light therapy is a great way to reduce fine lines and wrinkles in a short amount of time. However, if you buy your own you need to be sure it's FDA approved for best results. Otherwise, you could waste time and money and not see an improvement.

Instructions

1. The use of red light therapy has been around since the 1950's and studies show that it is effective in the repair and rejuvenation of skin whether is be wrinkles, fine lines or even acne. Just by using it 15-20 minutes a day! It does this by stimulating and energizing skin cells as well as reducing pore size.

2. You can also use red light therapy for reducing pain and inflammation. If you have pain from tendonitis, arthritis, torn muscles, fibromyalgia, broken bones, sprains, strains, cuts or nerve damage to name a few, then you may want to consider light therapy.

   I use it for shoulder pain from an old torn rotator cuff injury. It works great and I get to stay drug free, no pain killers!

3. If you're like me and don't like taking medication for pain then it may be worth it to buy your own unit. The unit I have is a panel unit; however, there are several types available. There is a hand held unit that costs less, but holding it for any length of time gets tiresome. Then there are large overhead lamp lights for larger areas.

   It would be up to the individual to decide which type of unit would best meet their needs. This can be done by getting a treatment to see how the body responds. Whether it's for repairing skin or easing pain light therapy is a great alternative, since there are no side effects as well as no invasive procedures.

4. When using red light therapy for the face/skin time is fairly short, only 15-20 minutes. To prepare skin cleanse as usual with no product left on skin, no makeup, moisturizers etc. In addition, exfoliation of the skin is recommended weekly for better light penetration. After treatment finish up with your normal skin care routine.

   Using light therapy treatment for pain relief typically takes 30-45 minutes for best results. Afterward, follow up with range of motion exercises as well as light stretching. Massage also works well to loosen up stiff joints and muscles.

   As far as pricing goes treatment in a salon will cost $45 or more. At least 10 treatments are recommended, now you see why I bought one. I paid under $400 for mine online and fully expect it to last for several years. To sum up, check it out then decide if it's something you want to invest in.