Infrared Therapy Uses Multiple Ways

Benefits of infrared therapy for neuropathy, Pain management is a top priority for those living with neuropathy. Unfortunately, most treatments such as opioids and topical creams only provide temporary relief and come with harmful side effects. Infrared therapy, however, offers a safe and drug-free solution that not only relieves nerve pain but also addresses the underlying causes of the disorder.

Infrared therapy uses red LED light to stimulate the body’s natural healing processes in multiple ways. It works on a cellular level and improves blood circulation to the feet, hands, and other areas of the body affected by neuropathy.

Studies have found that wavelengths in the 700 to 1,000 nanometer range are optimal for treating inflammatory conditions. Red light falls into this range and helps reduce oxidative stress in the cells, which in turn reduces inflammation. Red light also increases the production of ATP, which is a form of energy that the body’s cells use to carry out their functions.

Red light also increases the speed at which the body’s cell walls can open, improving the flow of nutrients and oxygen to the cells and helping to heal damaged tissues. It is believed that this improved circulation is one of the main reasons why red light therapy is so effective in treating neuropathic pain.

Another important benefit of red light therapy is that it boosts the production of antioxidants, which help to reduce oxidative damage in the cells. This is important because oxidative damage is considered a leading cause of many medical conditions including neuropathy. In addition to reducing inflammation, the production of antioxidants is thought to help protect the cells from future damage and prevent a vicious cycle of inflammation and oxidative stress that continues to worsen the condition.

Besides reducing inflammation and boosting antioxidant production, red light therapy also stimulates fibroblasts to start repairing the nerves in the affected area. This process is known as regeneration. When fibroblasts are stimulated, they begin to regenerate the myelin sheath surrounding the nerves that has been destroyed due to chronic neuropathy.

As a result, the patient experiences less pain and regains the ability to feel sensation in the feet and other parts of the body that are affected by diabetic neuropathy. This allows patients to get back to their normal life activities such as walking and eating.

Red light therapy may not be suitable for everyone and individual responses can vary. It is recommended to consult with a healthcare professional who specializes in neuropathy and pain management for personalized guidance and treatment recommendations.