Anyone tried using red light therapy?

Posted by domokane @domokane, Jul 29, 2023

There seems to be some evidence that photobiomodulation - heating the skin via infra red light - has some benefits for stimulating nerve re growth. There are lots of devices available on Amazon as well as lots of seemingly expensive treatments provided by chiropractors.

I would be interested to know of any personal experience with such devices and any possible recommendations.

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bettyg81pain | @bettyg81pain | May 17 7:35am

In reply to @pauladykes "Can you tell me the name of the red light therapy that you purchased? I am..." + (show)

Did you ever buy a red light rebuilder??

mdh9 | @mdh9 | Jun 26 11:41pm

In reply to @daj3333 "I bought a combination red light/infrared light therapy device on Amazon for around $100. It had..." + (show)

It should be a near infrared/red light combo to be effective. It got rid of back spasms for me over 10 days. About 30 min a day. I am using on neuropathy now.

daj3333 | @daj3333 | Jun 27 12:24pm

In reply to @mdh9 "It should be a near infrared/red light combo to be effective. It got rid of back..." + (show)

It is near infrared. My mistake.

rayhoosier | @rayhoosier | Jun 28 4:16pm

Yes, along with shock therapy. It helps slow the progression of neuropathy .

mikeb11027 | @mikeb11027 | Jul 3 3:04pm

I have neuropathy in my feet that hurts so bad it wakes me up. I bought shock therapy device on Amazon for about 60 bucks. without it I would never sleep. it works so well. Mike

harley22 | @harley22 | Jul 3 8:19pm

Me too
Am interested on more info about what you bought and how it helps you.

robbb | @robbb | Jul 7 4:59pm

In reply to @rayhoosier "Yes, along with shock therapy. It helps slow the progression of neuropathy ." + (show)

I have been taking gabapentin for my neuropathy ever since my first back surgery 13 years ago.
I am 79 years old and live on social security. I have seen advertisements on the internet for near infrared/red light pads, but they are costly. My neuropathy has been slowly moving up my legs and the gabapentin has not slowed it. I am looking for help. What is shock therapy? Thanks to anyone for any helpful advice. Bob

areyoureal | @areyoureal | Jul 8 9:51pm

In reply to @bettyg81pain "Did you ever buy a red light rebuilder??" + (show)

Yes -- does anone know if it works

beeonthyme | @beeonthyme | Jul 9 12:15am

In reply to @robbb "I have been taking gabapentin for my neuropathy ever since my first back surgery 13 years..." + (show)

I bought many things to help. So many supplements too. I bought a Renfro foot massage machine. To keep my feet alive. I bought a red flash light from Temu. It gets really hot. I have a spine stimulator implant (May 23)and I have until July 23 to be released to be able to do things like bend over, and twist, and lift.
TENS units might help? I have to turn off my stimulator implant if I want to use any other nerve stimulator type help.
I bought an expensive foot bath with electrodes in the foot bath. I only tried it once and I can't remember if it helped. And if I were to try it again, I need to turn off my implant. I also use support group on Facebook called Peripheral neuropathy success stories. The group won't allow complaining about our lot in life. Just positive things that help you.

arlinevs | @arlinevs | Jul 9 12:45am

I have been using Red light/Infrared therapy for over a year. I have several different mobile devices I bring with me everywhere. They can absolutely help with regular use. They usually work better for me than any medicine or treatment.
I have Several sizes and types. This is my favorite one. (Amazon) BRAND: HEDYNSHINE
“Red Light Therapy Near Infrared Therapy Belt Wrap Heating Pad for Body Back Wasit Shoulder Knee Joint Pain Relief, Faster Healing, Improve Circulation, Decrease Inflammation with Timer. 660nm deep red lights and 850nm”
(Copy and paste AS-IS, typos too;))
It’s been a game changer for my ligaments, tendons, hips…. You can use a battery pack, put it in your pocket and wear it under clothes. Best results are on the skin. Be sure to clean the clear plastic cover.