Get These Great Health Benefits From Infrared Therapy

Sometimes, the things that are invisible can truly make a difference in our lives.

This certainly rings true for infrared therapy, which harnesses both light and heat to promote health and wellbeing. Although our eyes can't perceive infrared light due to its longer wavelength, its benefits are becoming increasingly recognized and celebrated. Many are turning to this natural, drug-free option to enhance their overall health. You might even discover that it helps you look and feel rejuvenated.

Light Therapy

While we often hear warnings about the damaging effects of ultraviolet light on our skin, infrared and red light therapy have been found to help repair sun damage, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, and stimulate collagen production. 

Red light therapy, which is visible, often works in harmony with near-infrared light. Red light is considered low-infrared. It penetrates the body to aid in intra-cellular repair and supports the healing process. Clients leave feeling the positive effects.

The TheraLight 360 bed that combines red and near-infrared light is one of the most popular. This FDA-approved technology, known as Photobiomodulation Therapy (PBMT), provides a range of potential benefits, such as:

- Pain relief

- Reduced inflammation

- Alleviation of joint pain and stiffness

- Improved muscle performance and recovery

- Cellular repair and detoxification

- Enhanced circulation

- Support for immune function

- Decreased hair loss

- Wrinkle reduction

- Repair of sun damage

- Fading of scars 

Research indicates that red light therapy can also be effective in treating hair loss linked to genetic conditions, relieve rheumatoid arthritis pain, and improve mood and sleep for individuals with dementia. 

Many celebrities advocate for red light therapy as a way to combat the signs of aging. Most clients seek out these therapies for healing purposes, especially after surgery. It significantly enhances wound healing, benefiting not just surface wounds but the deeper ones as well.

For the best results, a series of sessions—at least three 20-minute appointments, or ideally, 10. Red light therapy is safe for daily use, allowing you to integrate it comfortably into your routine. 

Heat Therapy

The gentle warmth of infrared heat is easily absorbed by our bodies, encouraging us to sweat and naturally detoxify. This healing energy can contribute not only to slowing the aging process but also to enhancing overall wellbeing.

Unlike traditional saunas, which can be uncomfortably hot, infrared saunas generally operate at much lower temperatures—between 110 and 140 degrees—making them a more inviting choice for many.

Clients often seek detoxification and pain relief. They utilize the Sunlighten impulse, a 3-in-1 full-spectrum infrared sauna that offers many benefits, including:

- Detoxification

- Pain relief 

- Increased circulation

- Reduced inflammation

- Enhanced metabolism

- Improved sleep quality

- Better skin tone 

- Immune system support

- Promotes relaxation

- Aids in weight loss 

We’ve seen great success with clients trying to quit smoking, as well as cancer patients recovering after chemotherapy. 

By raising the heart rate, a session in the infrared sauna can provide a unique, passive cardio workout, with some clients reporting calorie burns of up to 600 in one session—shedding light on its role in weight loss journeys.

Each session usually lasts between 30 to 45 minutes, during which the sauna’s settings can be tailored to meet individual goals. It’s encouraged to fully expose your skin to the infrared heat, and showering afterward helps wash away any toxins released through sweat.

Many clients find weekly sessions beneficial, but the beauty of this therapy is that using the sauna daily can also be a wonderful option for those who want to prioritize their health and well being.