Red Light Therapy: The Benefits Beyond Shrinking Fat Cells

Red light therapy, also known as RLT, is a modern, innovative therapeutic technique that has been making waves in both the health and cosmetic enhancement industries during the last decade. You may have also heard of it referred to by other names including low-level light therapy (LLLT), cold laser therapy and biostimulation.
 

How does red light therapy work?

Red light therapy involves the use of low-level wavelengths of light, directed at specific areas of the body, with the intention of creating health or cosmetic benefits. These low wavelengths of light stimulate the cells of the body to produce more energy-carrying molecules so that the cells can function more effectively, rejuvenate themselves and repair damage to themselves. Unlike other types of laser therapy, red light causes no damage to the surface of the skin but instead penetrating through it to around 5mm beneath. In doing so, this therapy works from within the body itself.
 

Red light therapy for fat loss and cellulite treatment

Red light therapy can be used in a variety of different ways, and one of the most popular treatments involving this therapy is a fat reduction. This is because when low-level wavelengths of light are targeted at fat cells, it causes small openings to develop that release some of their contents, allowing the fat cells to shrink in size. The result of this process is that stubborn areas of fat and cellulite on the body can be significantly reduced, improving the appearance of those features that may have been causing you concern. Popular parts of the body that patients choose to have targeted by red light therapy include the thighs, hips, stomach, upper arms and ‘muffin top’. 

For fat loss treatments, a number of sessions will need to be performed to obtain optimal results. Exactly how many will depend on your individual circumstances, and the treatment should not be used as an alternative to conventional diet and exercise for weight loss. Patients must also commit to a healthy diet and exercise plan for the treatment to be successful.

Nevertheless, many people are surprised to learn that red light therapy can also have a range of benefits beyond shrinking fat cells.
 

Other ways in which red light therapy can be beneficial

Red light therapy is still a fairly new technique and the ways in which it can be utilized to improve the health, wellbeing or appearance of patients is still being discovered. However, studies have shown that the technique may also be beneficial in treating a wide variety of other complaints including the following:

-         Pain and inflammation reduction in conditions characterized by these symptoms such as degenerative disc disease or osteoarthritis.

-         Tissue regeneration for the healing of wounds.

-         Reducing psoriasis lesions.

-         Stimulation of hair growth.

-         Reduction in the appearance of cellulite and diminishing stretchmarks.

-         Reduction in the side effects of cancer treatments including oral mucositis.

-         Diminish the appearance of scar tissue.

-         Reduce the effects of depression.

Red light therapy is also being increasingly adopted by cosmetic surgeons across the country as there is evidence that the use of the technique can improve skin complexion and reduces the appearance of lines and wrinkles without the need for invasive cosmetic surgery.

If you are interested in finding out more about red light therapy and its benefits beyond fat cell shrinkage, our dedicated and experienced cosmetic surgery team would be delighted to assist you. Please contact our offices to schedule a confidential consultation.