Red light therapy is a non-invasive and drug-free treatment option for those struggling with skin conditions such as acne or eczema and medical conditions ranging from arthritis to depression. Handheld red light therapy devices offer portability for those seeking to fit treatment into busy schedules.
Red light therapy is a procedure that uses LEDs to send red and near-infrared light wavelengths into your skin for medical and aesthetic reasons. It’s also known as phototherapy, low-level laser therapy (LLLT), and photobiomodulation (PBM).
Red light therapy feeds energy directly to the mitochondria, which is the cell that produces power for the rest of our bodies. This promotes better blood flow and cell production, healing wounds quicker and promoting cell turnover and collagen, effectively eliminating fine lines, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and scarring. Conversely, some red light therapy devices also have infrared light, which is a deep, penetrating light. This form of light therapy penetrates deeper into the skin than just red light alone, improving tissue circulation and healing inflammation that may cause chronic pain such as:
By stimulating blood flow, red light therapy also removes more nitrous oxide from the body which is a byproduct of oxidative stress. Oxidative stress causes fatigue, brain fog, pain in the muscles and joints, and mental health disorders such as depression and anxiety.
RehabMart is proud to offer quality manufacturers such as Hooga red light therapy devices. These handheld red light therapy devices for home use allow for more targeted and accessible treatment, eliminating the need to visit a clinic, spa, or gym to receive therapy. Handheld red light therapy comes in many different forms such as:
Red light therapy can also help alleviate some symptoms of certain mental disorders, such as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), depression, insomnia, and executive function disorders.