How Red Light Heals Pain and Inflammation

Red light is considered the "therapeutic wavelength" of the visible electromagnetic spectrum because it has a unique ability to get absorbed by human tissue and trigger certain beneficial effects.
In this video, I explain the basics of how red light can be used to help heal pain and inflammation associated with minor injuries and chronic pain, such as joint pain, nerve pain, sprains and strains,, headaches and even superficial wounds and skin conditions.
Check out the rest of my channel for videos where I demonstrate the protocols I use to treat common pain conditions.
For more detailed information, visit PainandInjuryDoctor.com and AdvPhysio.com

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  • @painandinjurydoctor
    @painandinjurydoctorАй бұрын

    For the best personal pain relief devices, visit AdvPhysio.com - red light, laser, pulsed EMF

  • @HappyLife-vh2ey
    @HappyLife-vh2ey4 ай бұрын

    I had bad sacroiliac joint pain. So I bought a red light therapy waist wrap. Doing it twice a day on #5 for 30 minutes helped my pain .

  • @AlanBoddy-fl2qp

    @AlanBoddy-fl2qp

    2 ай бұрын

    Thankyou for your post

  • @johnchapman6013
    @johnchapman60134 жыл бұрын

    In Medieval Times in England . Red dyed cloth was placed in the windows on a sunny day . The patient would lay in Red Sun light .

  • @GrimeUK777

    @GrimeUK777

    4 жыл бұрын

    yeh any more insights

  • @jamesmalamute7874

    @jamesmalamute7874

    3 жыл бұрын

    when I wipe my rectum too much with rough toilet paper, I get what the experts call a Red Eye* The soreness radiates ,and in turn cause a reaction of photosynthesis for my Poinsettia plants which btw turn red too. Of course I have to squat over the plants for 5 hours a day .

  • @heatherwade2373

    @heatherwade2373

    Жыл бұрын

    Wow that’s trippy!

  • @johnchapman6013

    @johnchapman6013

    Жыл бұрын

    @@heatherwade2373 What does trippy mean ?

  • @stansnegg5005
    @stansnegg50053 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for an understanding of photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT).

  • @mogami28
    @mogami287 жыл бұрын

    thank you very much

  • @Mom_ing_With_Mary
    @Mom_ing_With_Mary Жыл бұрын

    Perfect explanation, very helpful video thank you

  • @gretavains8707
    @gretavains8707 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much appreciated 🌹🇭🇲 I have subscribed. I purchased a ROJO-1500 panel with stand. I believe it will work. I use it 8 minutes front and back. For 5 days. Then 2 days off. I already know that my skin is not as dry. The appearance of my smooth skin. People have said to me. Wow you have lovely skin on your face? Maybe it's working? Feels great on my bones. I am not at all cold to the bone!!! For sure it's working. Also, I try keto lifestyle as best as possible. I have had my ROJO panel for maybe 2 months. Got sick of buying expensive face creams. They don't work. This must be. My investment will pay off😊 thank you for that great video 🌹

  • @clarencewilliams1525
    @clarencewilliams15252 жыл бұрын

    Thank you much!!! Very informative!!!

  • @yogamunusamy203
    @yogamunusamy2035 жыл бұрын

    red light therapy can use for acl ligament year after one month??

  • @planecrazyish
    @planecrazyish Жыл бұрын

    Excellent information and very well explained 👏👏👏👏👏

  • @painandinjurydoctor

    @painandinjurydoctor

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @canefan17
    @canefan177 жыл бұрын

    TendLite repairs soft tissue too, right? Doesn't have to be cold laser therapy?

  • @johnroumpakis8935
    @johnroumpakis89357 жыл бұрын

    So can red/ infrared light regenerate nerves ?

  • 8 жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @painandinjurydoctor

    @painandinjurydoctor

    8 жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked it.

  • @AstronomyLive
    @AstronomyLive3 жыл бұрын

    Good info Brother 👍👍👍👍

  • @unitechtherapyy1453
    @unitechtherapyy14537 жыл бұрын

    precautions with Pregnancy??

  • @MGallo_
    @MGallo_4 жыл бұрын

    Are there side effects on people with Hashimoto? Thank you

  • @juanpena2444
    @juanpena24443 жыл бұрын

    Will red light therapy help Eustachian tube dysfunction? Thanks

  • @stewart5284
    @stewart52848 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Doctor for the video. Excellent explanation. I know more now.

  • @painandinjurydoctor

    @painandinjurydoctor

    8 жыл бұрын

    +Mrlr J Glad you liked it. One thing I didn't mention is far-infrared. It penetrates deeper than the red wavelength, so its good for deeper areas like a hip joint and lumbar spine. I use a far-infrared lamp on patients with disc problems.

  • @karen5776

    @karen5776

    7 жыл бұрын

    Do you know where I can purchase a far-infrared light to use on my spine, or is it only available to professionals? (I did a search and can't find one.) Do you think the TenDLite would work on my spine? Thank you.

  • @Straightbangin1979

    @Straightbangin1979

    7 жыл бұрын

    Mrlr J contact your local planet fitness.locations. most have it..it's called their total body enhancement machine

  • @Teresahorner

    @Teresahorner

    7 жыл бұрын

    Karen they say order on Amazon hon. hope THT helps

  • @MrJ146
    @MrJ1466 жыл бұрын

    Hi Can I use the infrared machine over the cloth of my body or should I just touch my body not cloth? Also, how much temperature of heat in machine I should have?

  • @dougferguson5581
    @dougferguson55812 жыл бұрын

    Hi. So I baught a hand held unit.I was told to use 808 NM for deeper healing. How long do I use it in incrimints on my cat. He has a slow rear area and doesn't get up well its arthritic. Can you help ? Thanks

  • @painandinjurydoctor

    @painandinjurydoctor

    2 жыл бұрын

    You can do 3x 5 minutes, 3x/day

  • @slymon8369
    @slymon83693 жыл бұрын

    Tennis elbow?

  • @paulagunness1581
    @paulagunness1581 Жыл бұрын

    What’s the link to purchase the wand that you use please?

  • @painandinjurydoctor

    @painandinjurydoctor

    Жыл бұрын

    It's pulsedemf.com, thanks for watching.

  • @redmoon8217
    @redmoon82179 ай бұрын

    Can your pain feel worse before it feels better? I have used a few times this week and arthritis feels worse.

  • @happylucky7964
    @happylucky796411 ай бұрын

    Which infra red device you recommend for knee arthritis to have good results? One person is in stage 1 and the other one is in stage 2 and the pain is excruciating. Thank you Dr.

  • @painandinjurydoctor

    @painandinjurydoctor

    11 ай бұрын

    Hi, this is great for knees. pulsedemf.com/collections/red-light-therapy/products/96-led-portable-red-light-therapy-knee-wrap. Make sure to get the battery pack, as it's portable. But if you want a shot at even better pain relief, please visit my site and opt in to the 30 Day Pain Relief Challenge, in the opt in form: painandinjurydoctor.com

  • @ArtistRebeccaLS
    @ArtistRebeccaLS2 жыл бұрын

    Is Infrared light is better than red light? For arthritic joint pain? I’m curious because my research guides me to infrared but I’d prefer to use red light as it’s safe for eyes etc

  • @marcthebarber239

    @marcthebarber239

    Жыл бұрын

    Shit has me tempted to turn on my leds to red, my hand is a mess from surgery all frozen together from scar tissue, I got some WORK to do haha

  • @elizabethkunze431

    @elizabethkunze431

    Жыл бұрын

    @@marcthebarber239 Sound wave therapy does very well breaking up scar tissue.

  • @alienekat
    @alienekat5 жыл бұрын

    I bought a red plus ultra red light device that was meant for cosmetic purposes. Of course it can be used for other areas of the body that need treatment. However there were limitation warning for the time of usage. The recommended time is twice a day for 10 days followed by a break for 10 days. The device is automatically timed for only 9 minutes per session. Now I have bad tendon inflammation and started using it. Only after one treatment of 2 times by 9minutes I feel that my pain reduced significantly. I wander if someone has a good answer about the maximum time for treatment with red and ultra red light per day or per session?

  • @alternativevieweurope5725

    @alternativevieweurope5725

    4 жыл бұрын

    It won't penetrate deep enough unless it is near infrared around 840nm

  • @MGallo_

    @MGallo_

    4 жыл бұрын

    Здравейте, година по-късно от по-горния ви коментар, бих искала да попитам, получихте ли дълготрайно облекчение от терапията с червена светлина или болката изчезва само докато се ползва уреда? Благодаря предварително

  • @painandinjurydoctor

    @painandinjurydoctor

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Ekaterina, dosage (how often you should apply red light) is currently not established. We do know that there isn't any reported serious adverse effects of red light therapy in the medical literature. Since some people use it for the face, it is prudent to shield your eyes from it, as the red light may overstimulate the retina and affect vision. Also, some people with photosensitive skin may get dark spots from red light. Most manufacturers will suggest a pause in between use. 9 days sems a lot to me, though. My machines are .5 watt/LED, with 120 LED wrap its output is 60 watts. What is the rating of the one you use? I do not see the need for power greater than this; more does not always mean better.

  • @carencastrocc

    @carencastrocc

    2 жыл бұрын

    We do them for facials and reccomend to do it every 3 days

  • @janeroth7

    @janeroth7

    Жыл бұрын

    What device do you recommend?

  • @kdub3892
    @kdub38924 жыл бұрын

    I had a burn that was healing on its own.buy but I did a red light therpay on it for 20 mins one night and the burn had reduced its size, the boil.went away completelyin 24 hrs. I'm tempted to burn 2 spots each arm and test the theory

  • @estefaniasage2727
    @estefaniasage27272 жыл бұрын

    Can I use the red light therapy treatment around my uterus and reproductive organs for endometriosis? Thank you for this video by the way

  • @painandinjurydoctor

    @painandinjurydoctor

    2 жыл бұрын

    Unfortunately, the devices do not penetrate that deep. For internal organs, I suggest looking into Pulsed EMF. Read this, to learn how it works: pulsedemf.com/pages/what-is-pulsed-emf-and-can-it-help-with-healing

  • @MasterArmedforces

    @MasterArmedforces

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@painandinjurydoctor Ive just started looking into red light/NIR alternatives for older lingering muscle/tendon injury rehab (lateral epicondylitis, rotator cuff & calf injuries). Are they effective/helpful?

  • @painandinjurydoctor

    @painandinjurydoctor

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@MasterArmedforces yes, people find them very helpful for pain relief. The most popular model is the 120 LED wrap. Pls visit our site for more info, thanks

  • @JumpingFlightAttendant
    @JumpingFlightAttendant Жыл бұрын

    Will it help for plantar fasciitis

  • @painandinjurydoctor

    @painandinjurydoctor

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes. PF is inflammation of the fascia where it connects to the heal. Do it 3x/day, 5 minutes each time for 2 weeks.

  • @davidrojas5319
    @davidrojas5319 Жыл бұрын

    Two questions. First, can you tell me how I can use Red Light Therapy for Frozen Shoulder? Second question is how can I get your book on "Amazing pain relief methods" a paper back?

  • @painandinjurydoctor

    @painandinjurydoctor

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi, please see my channel; it has lots of red light therapy videos. Unfortunately, I only have the ebook. Are you not able to get it on Amazon?

  • @sumanthdaivagna3619
    @sumanthdaivagna36195 жыл бұрын

    I heard that changing your home light to red light also have some kind of benifits? Is it true?

  • @waltermessines5181

    @waltermessines5181

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yes, it can make you very rich... Just kidding. We use red light for deep meditation sessions. I think i grounds you properly, 1st Chakra = Red...

  • @MGallo_

    @MGallo_

    4 жыл бұрын

    Walter Messines that sounds nice. So is there any actual healing impact on 1st chakra? Thank you

  • @NickMarshallMusic

    @NickMarshallMusic

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes is the antidote to blue. Blue light is one of the biggest factor behind chronic diseases today.

  • @thetruth5094
    @thetruth50946 жыл бұрын

    I have Osteoarthritis of the back joints. Should I buy a device that I can use at home or do I have to attend a clinic. Any guidance would be much appreciated. Thanks

  • @ashleylewis7933

    @ashleylewis7933

    6 жыл бұрын

    look into Joovv, you can order for your home, they are expensive but worth the investment..they offer 60 day refund guarantee

  • @ashleylewis7933

    @ashleylewis7933

    6 жыл бұрын

    the reason I suggest Joovv is because you can order the panel and hang it on your door and treat your back, if you get the middle sized combo unit it is around $995

  • @ashleylewis7933

    @ashleylewis7933

    6 жыл бұрын

    this will be much cheaper in the long run as opposed to going for treatment somewhere and will last you the rest of your life (50,000 hours!)

  • @thetruth5094

    @thetruth5094

    6 жыл бұрын

    Ashley Lewis : Thank you so much. God bless you.

  • @narcissism-masterclass
    @narcissism-masterclass Жыл бұрын

    Can you recommend a reliable manufactuerer?

  • @painandinjurydoctor

    @painandinjurydoctor

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi, we carry RLT devices on our site pulsedemf.com

  • @gretavains8707

    @gretavains8707

    Жыл бұрын

    ROJO-Australia/New Zealand company. Speak to Jono and Stacey Tee. I love mine

  • @marcusd9192
    @marcusd91927 жыл бұрын

    Great video, thanks. Can red light therapy be used to benefit nerve healing, including the occipital nerve? Can it safely be used on the scalp?

  • @painandinjurydoctor

    @painandinjurydoctor

    7 жыл бұрын

    Yes, I believe it can. It is safe to use; just don't look at the light.

  • @SparkingLife111

    @SparkingLife111

    6 жыл бұрын

    Has it worked for u? I'm trying to heal nerves in my head and neck from a head injury

  • @Harmony7771

    @Harmony7771

    6 жыл бұрын

    @@SparkingLife111 I have seen an intern nasal red light therapy device on eBay that may help

  • @SparkingLife111

    @SparkingLife111

    6 жыл бұрын

    @@Harmony7771 thank you.

  • @Harmony7771

    @Harmony7771

    6 жыл бұрын

    @@SparkingLife111 you are very welcome many blessings to you

  • @hoyin324
    @hoyin3245 жыл бұрын

    does red light heal acne scar?

  • @StarHarvestOfficial

    @StarHarvestOfficial

    3 жыл бұрын

    Red light does that too. That's why derma clinics have red light

  • @KDEEDID
    @KDEEDID8 жыл бұрын

    Is there a different between red light and infrared light? Thank you for your response.

  • @painandinjurydoctor

    @painandinjurydoctor

    8 жыл бұрын

    Infrared light has a longer wavelength than red light, and therefore can penetrated into tissues deeper, it also generates heat. Red light is shorter wavelength and higher frequency, and gets absorbed by cellular mitochondria at a higher rate.

  • @KDEEDID

    @KDEEDID

    8 жыл бұрын

    Pain & Injury Doctor So, which of the two is better? Thank you for your response! : )

  • @Teresahorner

    @Teresahorner

    7 жыл бұрын

    KDEEDID so sir which of the 2 are better?

  • @Teresahorner

    @Teresahorner

    7 жыл бұрын

    thanks for answering

  • @BlueLightDiet

    @BlueLightDiet

    7 жыл бұрын

    Both good for different things. Depends what your problem is ha.

  • @Rick_Sanchez_Jr.
    @Rick_Sanchez_Jr.10 ай бұрын

    The absence of oxygen is the presence of disease. In fact, all disease starts at damage to the mitochondria. I heard Red light therapy combined with methylene blue is a good way to undo all of the horrible damage done to the cells from ionizing radiation produced by CT scanners, mammograms, PET scans, etc. It turns out these devices have caused a lot more radiation-induced cancers than people realize. What are your thoughts on all of this?

  • @painandinjurydoctor

    @painandinjurydoctor

    10 ай бұрын

    well,, the absence of oxygen is cell death. Not all disease involves damage to mitochondria, such as from pathogens and genetic diseases. Not familiar with methylene blue. Not much one can do to heal damage from ionizing radiation because it's permanent damage at the microscopic level. Yes, CT scanners, mammograms etc can cause cancer, or have the potential to.

  • @Rick_Sanchez_Jr.

    @Rick_Sanchez_Jr.

    10 ай бұрын

    ​@@painandinjurydoctor Stem cell ivy, ozone therapy, peptides & bioregulators, supplements, oxygen therapy, exercise, diet, sauna, and red light therapy can't help? I think it's possible to undo the damage considering angiogenesis and apoptosis are a thing but it requires a lot

  • @Rick_Sanchez_Jr.

    @Rick_Sanchez_Jr.

    10 ай бұрын

    ​@@painandinjurydoctor Also, while it is true that ionizing radiation can cause damage at the microscopic level, it does not necessarily mean that all damage from ionizing radiation is permanent or that there is nothing one can do to mitigate or heal such damage. Ionizing radiation, such as that from X-rays, gamma rays, or certain types of radioactive materials, can damage cells and DNA by ionizing atoms and molecules in their path. This damage can lead to mutations, cell death, and various health issues, including cancer. However, the body has mechanisms to repair some of the damage caused by ionizing radiation. Cells have DNA repair mechanisms that can fix certain types of damage, and the body can also replace damaged cells over time. The extent of damage and the body's ability to repair it depend on factors like the type and dose of radiation, the tissue or organ affected, and an individual's overall health. In some cases, especially at high radiation doses, the damage may be severe and difficult for the body to completely repair, leading to long-term health consequences. However, lower doses of radiation exposure are often manageable, and the body can recover over time.

  • @carmella88
    @carmella88 Жыл бұрын

    Is it safe for kids?

  • @painandinjurydoctor

    @painandinjurydoctor

    Жыл бұрын

    It is, but do not let them use it unsupervised. Do not shine in eyes, and do not use if you have light sensitive skin.

  • @jamesgallant3553
    @jamesgallant35532 жыл бұрын

    I have been using a red light for a year and it has not helped my arthritis one bit.

  • @painandinjurydoctor

    @painandinjurydoctor

    Жыл бұрын

    what model do you have? They are not all the same. You may want to use it with pulsed EMF, as they complement one another.

  • @painandinjurydoctor
    @painandinjurydoctor9 жыл бұрын

    How Red Light therapy makes a good, drug-free option to treating minor pain.

  • @reg8297

    @reg8297

    7 жыл бұрын

    Ok does it cure chronic nerve pain

  • @leavefollow1698

    @leavefollow1698

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for explaining. You are absolutely amazing in articulating such a complex phenomenon. Kudos to you, sir!

  • @AstronomyLive

    @AstronomyLive

    3 жыл бұрын

    Sir, how about arthritis on the legs?

  • @privateattorneygeneral
    @privateattorneygeneral5 жыл бұрын

    Real healing! Why are you wearing a white coat?

  • @smeekle2000

    @smeekle2000

    3 жыл бұрын

    Because any 'competent' doctor would know that any mild pain does not require Percocet.

  • @davidcoomber4050
    @davidcoomber40502 жыл бұрын

    Why is this guy wearing a white coat standing in front of his awards, salesman written all over this guy

  • @cheekymonkeygirl3378

    @cheekymonkeygirl3378

    Жыл бұрын

    🤣🤣

  • @bhggoilable
    @bhggoilable Жыл бұрын

    Dr p rules.........

  • @gretavains8707
    @gretavains8707 Жыл бұрын

    Pulsing on your red light therapy machine will be better!

  • @googleSux
    @googleSux7 жыл бұрын

    You want red light therapy? For $20 you can get a near infrared bulb on Amazon.

  • @jedimaster2cool

    @jedimaster2cool

    7 жыл бұрын

    Cone Head that's the same kind right?? If that's the case I'll buy one today.

  • @rosemaryyoung4152

    @rosemaryyoung4152

    7 жыл бұрын

    Jedi Master 2-Cool exactly the same

  • @Teresahorner

    @Teresahorner

    7 жыл бұрын

    Rosemary Young have you used? And may I ask what your using it for? how are you doing now? Thank you

  • @rosemaryyoung4152

    @rosemaryyoung4152

    7 жыл бұрын

    teresa chase I use mine for arthritis. It seems to be working. I know it isn't an overnight miracle worker but it is making a difference. I also use red led for anti aging and it has been very beneficial

  • @BlueLightDiet

    @BlueLightDiet

    7 жыл бұрын

    Not strong enough

  • @teeduck
    @teeduck3 жыл бұрын

    I tried this therapy, did nothing for me. It's all B.S.

  • @sebasignacio6158
    @sebasignacio61587 жыл бұрын

    Nothing replaces the sun!!! 43% infrared

  • @pidunate

    @pidunate

    6 жыл бұрын

    Correct, nothing beats sunshine, but maybe you're missing the point.

  • @Krisp138

    @Krisp138

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah really, here the sun doesn't shine year round either.

  • @cheekymonkeygirl3378
    @cheekymonkeygirl3378 Жыл бұрын

    All this talking to convince people to buy your brand? Many doctors lied to me in the past so I no longer trust them. I called them out on their lies otherwise my condition could have been catastrophic. As a rule of thumb, if something doesn't make sense or is illogical, it's a lie. 😑 Just because they are doctors that doesn't mean they have your best interest in mind.

  • @mmpoggs2033
    @mmpoggs20333 жыл бұрын

    Completely useless info near or fir red light is what we need to know not brand plug!