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Recovering from surgery is a delicate process that involves physical, mental, and emotional recovery. Patients need to balance rest, rehabilitation, and other therapies that can accelerate the healing process without compromising the body’s healing ability. One of these therapies that is gaining attention today is red light therapy (RLT).
This non-invasive gentle treatment is often highly regarded and marketed in the dermatology field for its skin benefits. However, its benefits extend beyond that to acting as an excellent support treatment for recovery. It boosts the body’s natural healing mechanisms but does so without affecting implants related to the surgery.
In this article, our team at ROJO Light Therapy will explore the mechanisms behind red light therapy’s ability to enhance recovery for post-surgery patients.
Red light therapy operates through the use of red and near-infrared light that penetrates the skin and reaches the deeper layers of tissues and cells. There, the light stimulates mitochondrial activity, more specifically, the increased production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the main energy source of the cells.
By increasing ATP production, red light therapy hastens processes of cellular metabolism that are related to wound repair and healing - lending cells the resources they need to . Studies have found that the treatment, through these mechanisms, can help accelerate wound healing. The most significant element that contributes to this is the therapy’s ability to increase fibroblasts in the skin. These cells are responsible for creating collagen structures and an extracellular matrix (ECM) that repairs the wound.
The treatment can produce the same effects on post-surgery patients whose damaged tissues, whether from incisions or trauma, need expedited repair to resume normal functions.
Additionally, studies have found red light therapy to induce angiogenesis, the formation of new blood vessels. With this, blood flow improves to the injured area, bringing the essential oxygen and nutrients cells and tissues need for optimal function and healing.
While inflammation is a natural response to surgery, prolonged inflammation can be detrimental to the healing process. It can even lead to complications such as infections or chronic pain. Red light therapy can help modulate this response by inhibiting the activity of pro-inflammatory cytokines, the molecules responsible for amplifying inflammation.
Pain post-surgery can be one of the most debilitating aspects of recovery. Fortunately, red light therapy can also serve as an ally in this matter. By reducing inflammation and improving blood circulation, red light therapy can help reduce pain signaling. The treatment can also trigger the release of endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers.
Unlike medicine, which can counteract other medications or treatments, red light therapy can often complement other treatments such as physical therapy. Anecdotal evidence has also shown that people who combine RLT with traditional recovery methods experience a more comprehensive healing experience.
For patients with surgical implants such as screws, metal plates, or silicone-based prosthetics, one primary concern is if RLT will counteract with the implant materials or cause complications. The good news is that red light therapy is extremely safe in this regard.
Red light therapy does not carry the energy or significant heat to alter or damage implants. Moreover, red light therapy does not generate electromagnetic fields (EMFs) that could interact with or destabilize implants. It can be safely applied to areas adjacent to or over implants without the risk of complications. Sometimes, red light therapy can positively influence the integration of implants with bodily tissues.
Patients no longer need to visit clinics, hospitals, or medical spas after their surgery to enjoy the rejuvenation benefits of red light therapy. At-home devices, such as those offered by ROJO Light Therapy, provide the same therapeutic wavelengths used in professional settings, making it easy to incorporate RLT into your daily routine.
The key to enjoying these red light therapy devices at home is choosing high-quality devices. At ROJO, our products are designed with the latest in red light technology. They are also tested and certified, ensuring you get the most out of your investment for a long time.
Get back to optimal health and condition with ROJO Red Light Therapy. Shop our red light therapy panels now or contact us for more inquiries.
