Red Light Therapy Brooklyn, NY

What is Red Light Therapy in Brooklyn, NY?

Red Light therapy uses between 600nm and 880nm LEDs to activate your cells’ mitochondria. Your mitochondria’s job is to take substances, like light and oxygen, and turn them into usable energy called ATP, cellular energy. Dr. Brian Donovan emphasizes that it doesn’t cure inflammation, but it lets you manage your pain more easily.

How Does Red Light Therapy in Brooklyn, NY Work?

Also known as photobiomodulation, red light therapy is a non-invasive natural treatment for skin rejuvenation. It uses specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light to boost mitochondrial function. It also promotes cellular repair. Compared to blue LED light, red LED light travels deeper into your skin. When the light enters your skin, the mitochondria soak it up to make more energy that can trigger the cell’s ability to repair itself. Because the light that enters the skin is very low, it doesn’t hurt or burn your skin.

Conditions We Treat with Red Light Therapy

At Nuro Chiropractic Clinic, Dr. Donovan recommends red light therapy as one of the light and recovery treatments. This therapy is typically used for the following conditions:

• Muscle soreness
• Osteoarthritis
• Fibromyalgia
• Sports injuries

Dr. Donovan doesn’t use it as a standalone treatment. Rather, it’s typically used along with other chiropractic treatments available here at Nuro.

What to Expect at Your First Red Light Therapy in Brooklyn, NY

Your first red light therapy may happen during your first visit. It also depends on whether or not Dr. Donovan recommends it. Before receiving this treatment, Dr. Donovan will study your condition, obtain your medical history, and perform a physical examination. If your condition can benefit from this therapy, you can undergo it after your first consultation with the chiropractor.

The session can last up to 20 minutes, depending on the area to be treated. Dr. Donovan will place pads on your body. When the system is on, the pads will just do their job. Most of the time, Dr. Donovan administers Red LED light therapy to patients before their adjustments because infrared light penetration will boost circulation. It can also reduce pain and stiffness and help ease the adjustments. Then, he may recommend it after the adjustment to ensure that the prior therapy’s benefits will be sustained. If you experience pain, stiffness, or soreness during the adjustment, it can be relieved through red light.

Other Treatments We Use with Red Light Therapy

Red light therapy is not used as the main treatment. Rather, it’s administered as part of your broader plan. For instance, Dr. Donovan may use it before and after your chiropractic adjustments and spinal decompression. You will know whether or not you can benefit from this therapy during your initial consultation with Dr. Donovan.