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The Benefits of Red Light Therapy for Muscle Health:
Pursuing optimal muscle health is standard practice for athletic individuals seeking innovative, effective ways to boost muscle performance and shorten recovery time. Red Light Therapy is currently one of the methods gaining increased interest to improve muscle wellness and cellular health. This non-invasive therapeutic approach utilizes specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light that have the ability to penetrate deep into the muscles to promote improved muscle performance.
How Red Light Therapy Can Improve Muscle Function:
A narrative review on “Photobiomodulation and Sports” revealed that “In a short time that PBM applied creatively and targeted depending on the sport and the size of the level of physical effort to perfectly modulate the mitochondrial activity and thus lead to remarkable improvements in performance.”
Promising results have been reported with regard to using Red Light Therapy prior to physical activity. While studies continue, the industry remains optimistic about the ability of Photobiomodulation to do the following:
Enhance muscular endurance.
Increase an individual’s ability to perform more repetitions.
Sustain higher-intensity workouts.
Reduce exercise-induced inflammation.
Minimize post-workout soreness.
Facilitate faster recovery.
Accelerating Muscle Recovery and Reducing Inflammation:
Red light therapy has shown promising results with sports-related conditions accelerating muscle recovery and reducing inflammation. The four wavelengths used in our Whole Body Pods at The Wellness Center extend beyond the skin’s surface, penetrating deep into the muscles, stimulating cellular repair and regeneration.
In addition to increasing blood flow and oxygenation to the muscles, it helps to flush out toxins and delivers essential nutrients that promote healing. By improving blood flow, this enhanced circulation not only helps to reduce inflammation but also plays a crucial role in speeding up recovery and minimizing discomfort.
Use Red Light Therapy to Enhance Athletic Performance and Prevent Muscle Fatigue:
Stimulates cellular energy production, and can lead to improved circulation and oxygenation of muscles. The increased blood flow can improve the rate of recovery from intense workouts.
Works to alleviate inflammation and shorten recovery time.
Reduce the risk of muscle fatigue. Studies are limited, but indicate Red Light Therapy has the potential to boost endurance by improving mitochondrial function, which could play an important role in the athlete's ability to push their limits further.
Red Light Therapy to Prepare For Better Outcomes:
To maximize the benefits of Red Light Therapy on your muscles, it is important to incorporate this method as part of your pre-workout routine. The information below will help you achieve the best results with your therapy:
Scheduling sessions before intense workouts or physical activity to prepare for better muscle recovery and reduce inflammation that can occur after intense physical activity.
It is recommended that Red Light is directed to the specific muscles you want to target, and our Whole Body Pods at The Wellness Center provide full coverage using four wavelengths to ensure the light penetrates deep into the muscle tissue for optimal results.
Consistency is key. Commit to using Red Light Therapy as recommended to improve your experience for enhanced muscle recovery, reduce soreness, and improve overall performance.
Red Light Therapy has the potential to improve circulation, endurance, and support overall muscular health. Its ability to stimulate cellular repair processes while minimizing discomfort post work out makes it a viable option for anyone looking to optimize their physical well-being. Consider exploring this innovative approach as part of your pre-workout journey to achieve the goals you have set for yourself.
As with any therapy, it is recommended that you include your primary care provider in the decision-making process.
A.J. Harewood
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The information contained in this article, and information curated from third-party links are for informational purposes only and should not be used or interpreted as diagnosis or medial advice. It is your sole responsibility to consult with your medical doctor regarding any therapy plans or complementary care you might be considering for your personal medical care.
Source(s):
Ailioaie, L.M.; Litscher, G. Photobiomodulation and Sports: Results of a Narrative Review. Life 2021, 11, 1339.
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