As winter lingers on, many residents of Lowell, Indiana, are feeling sluggish. Less time spent outdoors and darkness that falls well before bedtime can make you feel sleepy throughout the day, sapping your energy and making you yearn for the longer days of spring and summer.
Red light therapy can help, and is among the services on offer at R2 Wellness Centers. If you’re ready to give red light therapy a try, or just want to learn more about how this treatment works and what it might do for you, we welcome you to come in for a face-to-face consultation.
Red light therapy, also called low-level laser therapy or photobiomodulation, is a noninvasive treatment that uses low levels of red light. Emitted by a light-emitting diode (LED) device, this red light penetrates more deeply into your skin than other types of light, like blue LED light.
Originally used by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to study plant life in space as well as wound healing in astronauts, this technology is now used within the medical community as a treatment option for warts, skin cancer, and psoriasis.
Red light therapy is also a wonderful treatment option for a variety of skin issues. When skin is exposed to red light, it reacts by producing new collagen, which is essential in giving skin plumpness and elasticity. Red light therapy also boosts circulation in the treatment area, helping skin heal and renew itself.
Some of the skin conditions that respond well to red light therapy include:
While red light therapy can absolutely bring you closer to your aesthetic goals, it also works to enhance your mood and energy levels.
Researchers believe that red light therapy works by triggering the mitochondria within your cells to work more effectively. You may recall from grade school science that mitochondria are the “powerhouses” of the cells, and create the energy that cells need to perform their numerous functions.
Red light therapy prompts the formation of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), a source of cellular energy. More ATP in your system can enhance your metabolism, which is the process by which your body converts food into energy. It can also help you feel more energetic overall, giving you a bit of a boost that helps you move through your daily tasks with ease.
At R2 Wellness Centers, a great deal of time and effort goes into researching the latest advancements in medical technology. Only the best treatment platforms are brought into the practice.
Our red light therapy devices represent some of the best technology currently available. Our team members have the experience and training needed to leverage these tools to your greatest advantage.
Red light therapy requires no advanced preparation. If you’re taking any medication that increases your sensitivity to light, let your provider know. You may need to pause that medication for a period of time before red light therapy.
Treatments also have no downtime requirements. You can get right back into the flow of your day after red light therapy sessions, which are painless.
If you have additional questions or concerns about the safety or efficacy of red light therapy, feel free to book a consultation to learn more. You can reach R2 Wellness Centers by phone to review available appointment times, or spend a few moments on our online booking page.
