Red Light Therapy
Looking for Red Light Therapy devices in the UK? BlockBlueLight offers the industry's leading range of devices and panels for at-home red light therapy treatments. Red light therapy has been widely studied for its potential benefits in addressing various health concerns. Whether you want to improve sleep, support skin health, reduce the appearance of fine lines, boost mood, enhance recovery from exercise, promote hair health, or improve overall wellness, red light therapy is a powerful tool to incorporate into your routine. Explore our range of devices designed to help you achieve your health goals!
read moreWhat is Red Light therapy? it is also known as photobiomodulation {PBM)- which is a non-invasive therapy that delivers specific frequencies of red and near infrared light to your skin and cells. BlockBlueLight uses only specific red and near infrared wavelengths that have been found to be the most clinically therapeutic, without harmful UV rays or side effects.
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* Tested with Light Spectrometer to ensure accuracy for dosing purposes
** Tested with Solar Meter - this measurement is for competitor comparison purposes only and shouldn't be used for dosing purposes.
What Is Red Light Therapy?
Red Light Therapy doesn't use drugs or surgery to boost your health. It simply uses specifics wavelengths of light, the same wavelengths of light that are also naturally emitted from the sun. Red light therapy is a process of emitting specific wavelengths of red and infrared light which have the ability to penetrate through the skin into the tissues. These wavelengths have been extensively studied and proven to have a wide range of benefits. Our Red Light Therapy Panels and Devices concentrate the specific wavelengths of this natural light creating higher and more therapeutic levels of 'natural light' than we can get be just being exposed to the sun.
How Does Red Light Therapy Work?
Red Light therapy works at the cellular level, in your mitochondria. They're the powerhouses of your cells, always hard at work making more ATP {adenosine triphosphate) energy to fuel your body. The photons in red and near infrared light excite the electrons involved in cellular respiration, breaking up nitric oxide bonds and letting hydrogen and water move through the process. The more efficiently your cells create ATP energy through cellular respiration, the better your cells function on all levels, and the better your body feels and performs. That's a pretty simplified version of an extremely complex, microscopic process in your cells.
FAQ's for Red Light Therapy at Home
The red light is absorbed primarily by the skin and hair, providing superficial benefits like improved skin health and a youthful appearance. In contrast, the near-infrared spectrum penetrates deeper into the subcutaneous tissue, reaching organs, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and even the brain. This deeper penetration allows NIR to enhance cellular energy production, support tissue repair, and improve overall function of the targeted areas.
Yes, eye protection is recommended, especially when facing the light directly. BlockBlueLight's devices are very bright, and the provided safety goggles should be worn to protect your eyes from the intense light. While modest amounts of red and NIR LED light may benefit certain eye conditions, it is important not to stare directly into the LEDs.
LEDs emitting near-infrared light appear off because this light is invisible to the human eye. Although you may not see the light, the LEDs are functioning and delivering therapeutic energy as designed. Near-infrared light (800-900nm) is just beyond the visible spectrum (400-700nm), so you might see a faint pinkish hue or a small pink dot, indicating that the LEDs are working properly and providing effective treatment.
Infrared saunas emit a different spectrum of wavelengths primarily focused on generating heat. They use mid and far-infrared wavelengths (IR-B and IR-C), which primarily heat the skin's surface and the top layer of the skin. In contrast, red light therapy devices emit red and near-infrared wavelengths (IR-A) with high concentration, which penetrate deeper into the subcutaneous tissue and enhance mitochondrial function. This results in improved energy production within cells, promoting overall vitality without significant heat generation.
While natural sunlight offers benefits, it's not always practical to spend sufficient time in the sun, especially with clothing limitations and unpredictable weather. Red light therapy provides a concentrated form of beneficial wavelengths that can be easily integrated into your daily routine at home. It delivers consistent and targeted light exposure, ensuring therapeutic benefits without the variability of sunlight. Additionally, red light therapy can be used regardless of weather conditions or seasonal changes, offering a reliable and convenient alternative to sun exposure.
Red light therapy can be utilized at any time during the day. Many users find morning sessions beneficial as it can help energize and prepare them for the day. Additionally, red light therapy can be used before or after workouts to enhance performance and aid in recovery. The flexibility of red light therapy allows you to incorporate it into your routine at a time that best suits your schedule and needs.
For effective red light therapy, position yourself 15 to 50 cm away from the light source. The duration of each session should be between 10 to 20 minutes. The closer the light source is to your body, the more intense the irradiation power, which can shorten the required treatment time. Conversely, increasing the distance will reduce the irradiation power but cover a larger area, necessitating longer sessions. Adjust the distance based on the area being treated and your individual response to the therapy.
Yes, it is possible to overdose on light. Red light therapy follows a biphasic dose-response, where too little light has minimal effect, the optimal dose provides maximum benefits, and excessive light diminishes the positive effects. To avoid overdosing, adhere to the recommended guidelines: position yourself 15 to 50 cm from the light for 10 to 20 minutes per area. Monitor your individual response and adjust the distance or session duration as needed. Everyone's sensitivity to light varies, so it's important to find the balance that works best for you.
