Red Light Therapy for Beginners
Understanding how Light Therapy works, it's benefits for health, and how to choose the best device for you
Description
In this course we will discuss what red light therapy is, what it does, it's history, the differences between styles of devices, the benefits of pulsing light, and what you need to know to use red light safely and effectively. We will begin by discussing how light therapy works within the cells of the body and discover the benefits of light therapy. We will understand the importance of wavelengths of light, how they differ, and what effects they have on the body. We will discuss the origins of using the sun to treat illness and how the therapy has evolved over time. There are many different devices making it easier for people to utilize light therapy from their home, but how do we know which device is right for us? We will discuss treatment options, how to dose properly, and safety considerations when buying and using light therapy devices. Some easy calculations of power and irradiance will aid us in making sure we are getting the appropriate dosage for our needs. This will also help us compare devices and understand which will best help our health goals. We will also go over growing research in this new exciting health field. We will understand how pulsing light and varying frequencies can add greater benefits to light therapy. We hope that you use the information discussed in this course to make knowledgeable decisions to utilize the benefits of light for your health and the health of your loved ones.
What You Will Learn!
- What is red light therapy? How does it work?
- What are the benefits of light? What scientific research tells us about light therapy.
- How is light therapy utilized? What types of devices are best for your needs?
- What extra benefits come from pulsing of light? How to use varying frequencies to help with various conditions.
- How dosing is important for optimizing outcomes.
- Safety and light therapy. Best practices, contraindications.
Who Should Attend!
- For beginners interested in learning what red light therapy is and how they can benefit.