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Red light therapy?

Godstrength
Godstrength
After emailing a temporary doctor for literally 12 days because of severe pain...He got a suggestion from a rheumy doctor to possibly try red light therapy....I have no clue what they are talking about. Has anyone heard of this and does it work? How about wide spread pain? Getting tired of hurting.
Fantod
Fantod
Red light therapy is basically infrared light which goes deeper into the skin. It is used for anti aging treatments and can be very effective for pain. I have an infrared light with a mineral plate on it at home. Minerals vibrate at different frequencies when they are heated which enhances the effect of the infrared light. Chiros and acupuncturists use them. Ideally, you would want to find some place that has the equivalent of a tanning bed set up. And, you would need to go frequently. Infrared light is safe for the skin. It's not a bad suggestion, but also not helpful if you don't have the funds to try this therapy, I hope that you feel better soon. Take care.
Achybones22
Achybones22
I have such an infrared lamp from my parents. Hmm, I haven't thought of using it... I think I'll try it out.

(But it is like a desk lamp, and so can only shine on one spot at a time.)
Fantod
Fantod
My lamp will only handle one small area at a time too. You need to let the bulb warm up for abt 15 minutes prior to use. Keep it about a foot away from your skin. Usually the full effect isn't felt until the next day. Infrared goes much deeper into the skin. Works pretty well.
LeoX3
LeoX3
I use sunlight. It's called Nature's heating pad with Vitamin D added, LOL. The body produces it naturally, and my body does fine with anutral, but supps never "take" as well.

If you use IR, be aware of hydration, overheating, etc. Go gentle!
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