There’s nothing worse than the feeling of constant discomfort and bloating, especially when it’s the first warning sign of your gut not being able to process food and eliminate waste correctly. Or you may be feeling tired constantly, and have heartburn, diarrhea, or other digestive issues. The good news is that interest and knowledge around gut health have risen significantly over the last decade, with thousands of papers published in the last year alone. As research expands, red light therapy (RLT) has come out as a shining holistic example of how to improve gut health in an easy and accessib ..read more

Arthritis can have a significant impact on quality of life and its prevalence is much more prominent than people may think. Roughly 53 million U.S. adults have been diagnosed with arthritis, so if you’ve just recently been faced with a diagnosis know that you’re not alone. This common condition causes pain and inflammation in a joint, with no current cure. You shouldn’t be disheartened though as treatments can reduce the symptoms. Symptoms of arthritis can be eased through the likes of exercise, physiotherapy, or medicines. A non-invasive, accessible, and more convenient alternative treatme ..read more

While light has been used as a healing technique for centuries, the use of red light therapy is still a fairly new phenomenon - one that has caught the attention of athletes, skincare enthusiasts, and everyday people due to its ability to catalyze cell regeneration and encourage healing in the body. The versatility of this form of therapy has been favored by medical professionals worldwide too, making its benefits attractive to a range of groups. One of which is people who are pregnant. Red light therapy can help soothe the pregnancy journey as it can manage aches and pains effectively and r ..read more

Whether you’re experiencing a feeling of constant strain, painful muscle spasms, a consistent dull ache, or another of the many symptoms, there’s no denying that any form of back pain is incredibly frustrating. Globally, 540 million people are said to be suffering from back pain at any given time so you’re not alone if this has become your day-to-day. It’s not just quality of life this impacts either, $635 billion is the annual cost to the American economy in treating this. That’s a staggering amount, but we are talking about one of the world’s biggest health problems which has become increa ..read more

From a total hip replacement to hip resurfacing, having to endure any kind of surgery can be a strange mix of relief and dread. Having that mobility back is a major blessing, but many will be looking to spring into action soon after to continue daily life - whether that’s the need to go back to work or simply to carry out tasks without discomfort. While patients should follow healthcare advice from the medical professionals carrying out the surgery, it’s understandable to want to ramp up the progress. To help you have a smoother recovery, we’re looking at red light therapy after hip surgery an ..read more

Each year, over 1 million hip replacements are performed worldwide. This can be for various reasons, but all lead back to losing hip mobility. This loss can creep up on people (or happen suddenly), and the ability to perform daily activities can become a real difficulty. Even doing the simplest tasks can cause pain and discomfort, lowering the quality of life. When offered surgery to fix this issue, there are three types you’ll be made aware of: Total hip replacement (THR) or arthroplasty - where all parts of the hip (the acetabulum/socket, femoral head/ball joint, and arthritic cartilage ..read more

Wound healing is a complex and critical process that involves various actions, including inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling. Photobiomodulation, commonly known as light therapy, has shown promise in promoting faster and more efficient wound healing. From this first being discovered by NASA to the growing accessibility of light therapy treatments worldwide, accelerated wound healing has never been more possible than today. We’re looking at the science behind light therapy for wound healing and discussing five influential research papers that have shaped our understanding of its effec ..read more

Tendonitis can bring on a burning sensation, stiffness, swelling, and, above all - difficulty moving your joints, which can massively hinder your quality of life. It’s one of those conditions that can cause a whole lot of pain and frustration but isn’t commonly spoken about despite how many people suffer from some form of tendinopathy. Around 30% of all healthcare visits for musculoskeletal conditions (affecting muscles, bones, joints, tendons, and ligaments) affect the tendon. Whether it’s a case of tennis elbow or jogger’s heel, tendinopathy is said to affect about 2% to 5% of the general ..read more

Do you suffer from persistent joint pain or muscle strain in your body? Well, low level laser therapy is a form of treatment that promotes healing to injuries and areas of strain across the body. It’s also sometimes used to treat hair loss and other less common health issues. When you hear the phrase “laser”, the first thing that comes to mind might be a Star Wars lightsaber or a laser-secured hallway from Mission Impossible. But, lasers have come a long way since they were invented in 1960 and are surprisingly common. From scanning your groceries at the checkout to kicking back to watch an ..read more

While infrared light research isn’t new, the concept of light therapy is starting to become more commonplace as an option for dealing with pain, inflammation, and skin health. Dating back to 1800, infrared was first discovered by German musician and astronomer, Sir Frederick William Herschel, who measured the difference in temperature between the colors in the visible spectrum. His research found an increase in temperature from blue to red and an even warmer temperature measurement beyond the red end of the visible spectrum. And with that, infrared light was discovered! These days though, i ..read more