How Does Red Light Therapy Work?

The page explains that red light therapy (also called photobiomodulation) uses specific light wavelengths to stimulate healing without UV damage. The mechanism centers on mitochondria: "Red light stimulates the enzyme cytochrome c oxidase, boosting adenosine triphosphate (ATP) production."

Benefits listed include wound healing, muscle recovery, joint pain relief, skin improvement, and hair growth support.

Vitamin C is recommended as a complementary treatment, applied 15-30 minutes before sessions to enhance collagen production and skin brightening.

Safety guidance includes wearing goggles during facial treatments and consulting healthcare providers for pregnant individuals, those with epilepsy, or those on light-sensitive medications. The page clarifies that red light uses "non-ionizing light, which doesn't damage DNA."