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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I have used the anondyne unit for 2 years on and off. I did notice when taking a break that my symptoms worsened at night (tingling lower extremities). I am back to using it 5/7 nights per week on the bottom of both feet for 1 hour. It is easy to use (on/off) and the straps are easy to attach (velcro). It has not reversed my symptoms but seems to lessen them.

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I have been using a device called InlightTherapy for about 1-2 months. Am using it for my peripheral neuropathy which was dx about years ago. Idiopathic. My main symptoms are increasing weakness feet,legs,decreasing sensation feet,legs. No pain. Decreasing balance,night cramps. I have found so far ,in using infrared,red light on specific parts of my body with pads an improvement after the 20 minute tx. My feet feel lighter with less "sock syndrome". Over the course of the day some heaviness returns. I feel more time is needed to assess how helpful this is. It does feel great after tx. Too early to tell. I am also walking,swimming,trying to eat a nutrient dense dieting always successful .of. ourselves daily leg ,feet specific exercises for the neuropathy. Time will tell.

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I use my red light therapy machine frequently for muscle pain, sore thighs through cycling, works well.

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I use my red light therapy machine frequently for muscle pain, sore thighs through cycling, works well.

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Which red ;light device do you use?

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I purchased a red light therapy device online for about $150 six months ago. I was disappointed. It did not alter the gradual numbing of my feet.

I then went into hyper-mode & researched infrared light and the different manufacturers. I found there to be a huge difference as to quality of the machines based on U. S. versus imported manufacturers. I then wrote down the company name and model number of the machine used my physical therapist & purchased identical machine (even tho I am not a medical provider, I happened to find one online). So I am in week 3 of using it. There is no doubt …. absolutely no doubt … that it has helped the arthritis in my wrist. I can use my hand for the first time in 5 months. In regard to my neuropathy, the jury is still out. My neuropathy has stopped progressing in the past weeks but I am a rather jaded personality. I don’t know if that assessment is wishful thinking or truly positive results. I believe that I will know for certain in another month. I hope this helps.

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@rebe what is the unit you purchased?

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I started on the Anodyne Freedom 300 ultra violet light system about 5 weeks ago. My chiropractor also prescribed the Rebuilder Medical electric stimulator. It is a system that works in a water bath for the feet and special gloves for the hands. I get laser treatments weekly at his office as well as chiropractic adjustments and a 20-30 minute workout with a yoga instructor who concentrates on reathing hand and feet movements. My ideopathic neuropathy was diagnosed some 15 years ago, but I believe it started perhaps 25 years ago. My toes were completely non responsive and hands were starting to lose strength and grasp ability. I had tried all the usual (gabapentin, etc) None worked and actually made me foggy and dizzy. I am 86 years old. I use a rolling walker and have had many falls. I tried physical therapy for a year. PT worked to strengthen my core, but falling backwards became too scary even with a PT holding me in a "seafety belt" / The current regime takes about 3 hours a day and I drink a "greens and immune " twice daily. So far, I have started to be able to lift my toes ( not the big toe yet) and heel and working on ankle movement. I am told that I eill not see results until 3 months and that this is not a cure, but something to manage my symptoms. It is a major commitment of money ($7,000) and time. My evening regimen is Mama Bear lotion on both legs. I am able to get about 4-5 hours of solid sleep, then must reapply Mama Bear.

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