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Anyone tried using red light therapy?
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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Most of the over-the-counter Red-Light devices are made in China with no control over quality and other factors. Many times, these devices are gimmicks made for mass distribution and profit. This follows acupuncture and other methods of oriental medicine, not proven to work for the general public. If a Medical Professional has not endorsed or used a device, do not accept that it will work for you.
RE: Lumbar Surgery: This is a very sensitive area of the body. Most of the weight displacement when lifting heavy objects fall on the Pelvis and Lumbar area, especially the lower vertebra.
Compression of the soft-boney discs flattens these cushions causing nerve distress. Light therapy has NOT been known to help regenerate bone or nerve tissue. Some assume it has a benefit, but there are no long term-controlled studies to date indicating Red Light therapy is effective. A healthy lifestyle and good nutrition are beneficial, but many other modalities until proven, are useless.
My research was limited to peer-reviewed publications on studies of RLT for long-covid related symptoms. I don't recall seeing anything on feet, but wasn't looking for them specifically.
Yes. The website is Healthlightllc.com. You can phone them to ask if they would help your condition
Yes. The website is healthlightllc.com. You a phone them to ask if this device will help will help your condition.
I bought a $400 red light and found it to be useless.