The Science of Red Light Therapy
Learn About Red Light Therapy & How it Works
By utilizing the natural healing power of red and near infrared wavelengths, you can improve the way you look, feel, and live.
The Science of Red Light Therapy
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Proven Red & NIR Light
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Backed by 5,432 Studies
What is Red Light Therapy?
The 101 on RLT is this: light therapy– also known as photobiomodulation — is the practice of using a medical-grade LED light to deliver beneficial wavelengths of light to your skin and cells.
Red light therapy is made up of two very specific wavelengths of light — red light (measured at 660 nanometers) and near-infrared light (measured at 850nm).
These two wavelengths are naturally emitted by the sun, and have been clinically proven to stimulate and support mitochondrial function in your body. See all the science-backed benefits.
Did you know?
Red Light & Mitochondria
A key mechanism of red light therapy is to trigger the energy generators of your cells,
known as the mitochondria to produce more:
Adenosine Triphosphate
Reactive Oxygen Species
Nitric Oxide
Why Do We Need Healthy Light?
Just like we as humans need food, water, and oxygen to function properly – we also need healthy light. Sunlight regulates our brain’s chemistry and vital circadian rhythms that control appetite, energy, mood, sleep, libido and much more.
Every metabolic process, every enzyme reaction, muscular movements, the digestion of food, and the burning of fat are all biological processes that are augmented by natural light energy.
We need an abundance of natural light to look, feel, and live our best – and red light therapy benefits are here to help. Learn more about light and health here.
So, What Are the Benefits of Red Light Therapy?
We use NIR (Near infrared) & Red lights in all Red-Light Therapy panels. NIR light is virtually invisible to human eyes. So, when only NIR lights are on, those LEDs will appear not to be working or be very dim due to the fact that infrared light is almost invisible. It is normal for the NIR LEDs to appear in this manner.
We use NIR (Near infrared) & Red lights in all Red-Light Therapy panels. NIR light is virtually invisible to human eyes. So, when only NIR lights are on, those LEDs will appear not to be working or be very dim due to the fact that infrared light is almost invisible. It is normal for the NIR LEDs to appear in this manner.
Yes! You may choose to use each light independently, but we recommend turning on both during treatment for maximized benefits. Red and NIR light are both in the natural light spectrum and have been clinically proven to enhance cellular function. The main differences are that Red Light at 660 nm is readily absorbed by skin tissue, leading to improved skin health and collagen production. NIR light at 850 nm penetrates deeper into tissue, leading to benefits such as increased muscle recovery and reduced inflammation.
More doesn’t always mean better! Treatments longer than 20 minutes won’t necessarily lead to greater benefits because your cells can only absorb so much light each day. We suggest 10-20 minute treatments per targeted area, for up to 2 to 3 times per day for the best results. For instance, you may use your Orion for 20 minutes on your shoulders, followed by another 20 minutes on your knees.
It varies by person and how consistent you are with treatments. Many users report acute energy and cognitive benefits with each use. Many see benefits like reduced inflammation and muscle soreness in a matter of days or weeks. More full-body health benefits like skin health, fat loss, and other long-term improvements may take up to 2-3 months of consistent use.
For the best results, use light therapy every day, or at least five times per week. Consistency is crucial for effective light therapy. The more regularly you use light therapy, the better your results will be.
No. Eye protection isn’t necessary, but we don’t recommend looking directly into the LEDs as it can be uncomfortable. For this reason, we include a pair of sunglasses in each package for your comfort.
Scientifically Proven Light
Therapy Benefits
Vital Red Light devices were developed on a technology pioneered by NASA. Red light therapy has been studied in over 500 human trials and 4,000 lab studies to date. Treatments deliver all of the beneficial wavelengths of light, without the harmful UV rays.
Frequently Asked Questions
We use NIR (Near infrared) & Red lights in all Red-Light Therapy panels. NIR light is virtually invisible to human eyes. So, when only NIR lights are on, those LEDs will appear not to be working or be very dim due to the fact that infrared light is almost invisible. It is normal for the NIR LEDs to appear in this manner.
We use NIR (Near infrared) & Red lights in all Red-Light Therapy panels. NIR light is virtually invisible to human eyes. So, when only NIR lights are on, those LEDs will appear not to be working or be very dim due to the fact that infrared light is almost invisible. It is normal for the NIR LEDs to appear in this manner.
Yes! You may choose to use each light independently, but we recommend turning on both during treatment for maximized benefits. Red and NIR light are both in the natural light spectrum and have been clinically proven to enhance cellular function. The main differences are that Red Light at 660 nm is readily absorbed by skin tissue, leading to improved skin health and collagen production. NIR light at 850 nm penetrates deeper into tissue, leading to benefits such as increased muscle recovery and reduced inflammation.
More doesn’t always mean better! Treatments longer than 20 minutes won’t necessarily lead to greater benefits because your cells can only absorb so much light each day. We suggest 10-20 minute treatments per targeted area, for up to 2 to 3 times per day for the best results. For instance, you may use your Orion for 20 minutes on your shoulders, followed by another 20 minutes on your knees.
It varies by person and how consistent you are with treatments. Many users report acute energy and cognitive benefits with each use. Many see benefits like reduced inflammation and muscle soreness in a matter of days or weeks. More full-body health benefits like skin health, fat loss, and other long-term improvements may take up to 2-3 months of consistent use.
For the best results, use light therapy every day, or at least five times per week. Consistency is crucial for effective light therapy. The more regularly you use light therapy, the better your results will be.
No. Eye protection isn’t necessary, but we don’t recommend looking directly into the LEDs as it can be uncomfortable. For this reason, we include a pair of sunglasses in each package for your comfort.
This is Why Athletes, Wellness Experts & Doctors Choose Vital Red Light
Red Light Therapy are loved by many for their wide variety of benefits. Hear from experts in health as to why they use & recommend Vital Red Light.
From better sleep, clearer skin, reducing stress, improving performance, and better sleep – everyone has a reason they love Vital Red Light.
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