What Is Red Light Therapy & Does It Work?

[@AskDoctorJo]

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[@jody4270]

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[@chrys9256]

Do you have any links to independent studies and research about red light therapy? I'm always sceptical when it comes to information provided by the people who also sell a product.

[@AskDoctorJo]

Sites like the NIH and Pubmed are great places to look for research studies. Here is one: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9980499/

[@sapnagandhi-rao4114]

Is this red light therapy the same as K Laser therapy?

[@jamesoncarr3862]

Cristiano Ronaldo and lebron use it enough said

[@redlightglassesonthischannel]

Thanks DrJo nice info and demonstration 👍

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome, and thanks.

[@escapesbynita]

Can I use for Bell’s Palsy?

[@mrbill6666]

Does it work for hair growth?

[@woodfloorsjohnny]

Would it work for ear tube issues??

[@luckysuzful]

Would this help with chronic TMJ pain?

[@Lancers262]

Is the battery replaceable or do you have to buy a whole new one when the battery can no longer hold the charge?

[@MSRez95]

Battery not replaceable on this device. Will last about a year if used regularly.

[@mayo3778]

Would you recommend red light therapy for severe neck osteoarthritis? If so, which?

[@AskDoctorJo]

Unfortunately, I don't know that answer since I can't evaluate you. Everyone is different. In general, it can be beneficial for osteoarthritis, but it's best to check with your doctor or physical therapist who can evaluate you and help you figure out if it's a good treatment option for you.

[@mayo3778]

​@AskDoctorJo thank you! Do you have one you would recommend for the neck?

[@rachellemazar7374]

I’ve heard of red light therapy but have had no idea hat is was. Thanks for the intro

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@ng9650]

Will red light therapy be beneficial for nerve pain? If so which would be best?

[@AskDoctorJo]

Infrared can be helpful for nerve pain like peripheral neuropathy, but it really just depends on what caused it and how severe it is.

[@AskDoctorJo]

@@lynnesch919 Infrared or a combo of both is usually better for neuropathy type issues. Red light therapy is generally very safe with little side effects, but it's always best to check with your doctor before starting any treatment as there are always exceptions because every is different.

[@rayjohnson4817]

Is there anyway you can do it for to long ? Is doing it for 15mins off the start bad ?

[@Daughter_of_the_King316]

Will it help w MS symptoms?

[@kathyclark3168]

Good info thank you😊

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@helpfulnatural]

I have a new red light therapy/infrared wand that I use on muscle aches. I'm going to now target it on my arthritic thumb! It can be so painful sometimes that it becomes difficult to move. 🙁

[@ninja-qh6hu]

has it helped with your arthritic pain?

[@michaelmereday6791]

What about optic nerve

[@Android-dv2ok]

Does this help with Sacroiliac Joints.I have ankylosing in si joints cause HLA-B27 is positive and my si joints and illium are way too stiff

[@lymarie1974]

First time hearing this. Dumb question, do the light warm the area like a heating pad?

[@AskDoctorJo]

There is some warmth, but it doesn't get hot like a traditional heating pad.

[@dawnday5843]

Is this safe to use with joint replacements to reduce discomfort?

[@AskDoctorJo]

It depends on how recent the joint replacement, so it's best to ask your surgeon.

[@tylergiehm8243]

Thank for all the information. Im very curious on red light therapy, but I'm a bit lost on how this actually works? Is it the heating component of infrared light that reduces inflammation while keeping circulation? It seems very alien that light itself benefits health. I understand UV light can be extremely damaging so is this sort of like the opposite?

[@Drew-dd5nh]

WoW no answer in a month. *Safe* to say the product is ♥️ and isn't.

[@allanmugo6676]

Hello, Doc, I have straightening lumbar ludocis, and the physician told me that from the xray it's seems to be a born with like. I have been attending to a gym months ago, and I now have some discomfort on my back. What exercises can I start doing?

[@AskDoctorJo]

Unfortunately, I don't know that answer since I can't evaluate you. Everyone is different. If there is any way you can see a physical therapist in person, they should be able to help you figure out a specific program for you and help answer your questions.

[@allanmugo6676]

@AskDoctorJo the results of the x-ray were straightening of the lumbar spine lordotic curvature. No scoliosis or Kyphosis. There is no evidence of spondylolistesis.

[@allanmugo6676]

What does it mean

[@sapnagandhi-rao4114]

Dr Jo, is this red light therapy the same as K Laser Therapy? It seems like K Laser might be just for the skin and not deep tissue or joint inflammation. I had K laser therapy for Tarsel Tunnel pain but it did not help. This red light therapy you demonstrated seems better. Can you let me know? Thank you.

[@AskDoctorJo]

As far as I know, it's a different wavelength, so it's not exactly the same.

[@sandratsai3168]

Thanks, Doctor Jo, for this great video! Do you have any recommendations for red light and near infrared light devices for neck pain? And, do you have recommendations for less expensive options? Thank you.

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome! I have reviewed a far infrared heating pad, but I haven't reviewed/tried any other near infrared devices but this one, so I don't know of any others to recommend.