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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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cnill | @newyorknill | Mar 23 9:28am

I tried it. It caused severe burning pain but did not improve my neuropathy. Maybe others were more successful. God Bless

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joannehart | @joannehart | Mar 23 11:23am
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@twoitchy

Do you have the unstable gait and the intense foot and leg cramping while at rest after two or three hours that last for 10- 15 minutes?

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I have unstable gait and balance problem. I have vey little foot pain on the ball of my feet since using the red light therapy. I have arthritis on the top of both feet and I think that the red light therapy helps. I also use CBD 750 mg relief cream which helps on the top of my feet which helps

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twoitchy | @twoitchy | Mar 23 12:43pm
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@joannehart

I have unstable gait and balance problem. I have vey little foot pain on the ball of my feet since using the red light therapy. I have arthritis on the top of both feet and I think that the red light therapy helps. I also use CBD 750 mg relief cream which helps on the top of my feet which helps

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Do you have a particuler strong red light impulse? Are there any? Twomonths use of my magnet footlets have not imptoved my gait

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johnnieray47 | @johnnieray47 | Mar 23 4:31pm

Used red-light therapy for 6 months but no noticeable improvement.

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mrmacabre | @mrmacabre | Mar 23 5:53pm

If it's something that's only being offered by chiropractors, not by any medical professionals, then it's probably a scam. Don't fall for it.

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joannehart | @joannehart | Mar 24 11:56am

Yes, I have unstable gait and poor balance. I don’t have pain in the ball of my feet as long as I use the lights. I still have the numbness but it has not increased. I usually sit with my legs elevated.

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joannehart | @joannehart | Mar 24 12:03pm
In reply to @twoitchy "Do you have a particuler strong red light impulse? Are there any? Twomonths use of my..." + (show)
@twoitchy

Do you have a particuler strong red light impulse? Are there any? Twomonths use of my magnet footlets have not imptoved my gait

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I have been using HealthLight foot and ankle device for 6 years. It is made in the US and is medical grade. It cost $1600. I chose this device because it had good reviews and I am happy with it.

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twoitchy | @twoitchy | Mar 24 3:47pm

Do you have Drunken sailor gait and has it been helpful?

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twoitchy | @twoitchy | Mar 24 3:51pm

Is your "gait " about the same not progressing all these years? Do you also walk?

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twoitchy | @twoitchy | Mar 24 3:59pm
In reply to @rebe "The device which I purchased was by Anodyne. It is a company out of Florida. They..." + (show)
@rebe

The device which I purchased was by Anodyne. It is a company out of Florida. They sell to medical providers and so they were reluctant to answer questions regarding my device which they offer ONLY to medical providers (I am not in the medical field). However I do believe the company offers machines with less output for the non-medical consumers.
I found this unit by doing an online search for their products. I found a used model identical to my therapist's office. I paid approx $750.
Note: I watched for several months the physical therapist use the infrared light pads on my feet so I copied her protocol as to strength and length of time.
By no means am I promoting this company or its products. I mentioned in my original post that after doing a "deep dive" into infrared units and reading countless reviews, it appeared that American manufacturers produced more reliable & safer devices. I am sure there are other American manufacturers of safe infrared light devices for nonmedical consumers.
Its a journey ... I get it. My wrist & hand are markedly better ... however my neuropathy, I cannot say one way or the other.

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I am interested in your saying you question your neuropathy, that is what I call my gait and I would call your painful wrist. Is your wrist considered carpal tunnel syndrome? and not neuropathy
Confusing, neurologist told me no help for my unstable gait and night attack issues.

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