Red/photonic light can be used on humans, horses, dogs, cats, birds, goats, cows, rabbits, hamsters, etc. The same light can be used on all the aforementioned.  It is harmless** but packs a punch in being pro-active in maintaining health and/or helping the body heal itself.

 

The scientific explanation of how red light works is that the device with L.E.D. bulbs for consumer use,  whereas professionals may use L.E.D. or laser beams, which emits anywhere between 630nm (660 nanometers) and 1034nm of light depending on the device's specifications, and falls under red in the color spectrum. Near infrared (NIR) is visible to the naked eye and does not produce heat, whereas infrared (IR) is not visible to the naked eye and produces heat (inflammation is generally characterized by producing heat - you don't want to add heat to heat).  A healthy body cell generally vibrates at approximately 660nm. When tissue sustains injury or illness the vibration level in the affected cells goes down, increasing the vibration level in the cell with the red light is like jump starting a dead car battery; it accelerates the mitochondria within the cell, which increases ATP production.  ATP sends signals to the brain so the brain releases endorphins, anti-inflammatories, serotonin, and more.

 

Not only does red light therapy have the ability to address physiological, mental, and emotional issues, but it has been found, and proven, that the light stimulates the mitochondria within the cell which increases ATP production. Increased ATP production allows damaged cells to accept nutrients more quickly and to eliminate toxins. If administered quickly enough, it can potentially prevent cellular death. This process allows the body to heal itself by reducing/eliminating pain and inflammation, while increasing circulation. It also excites the collagen within the damaged tissue, and allows the body to heal itself faster.

 

There are a few ways to use the light. One is rather intuitive. In other words, if you have an area that is painful or is injured/irritated, simply apply the light. Another way, is to use Eastern medicine/Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), using the same points used in acupuncture, but rather than using a needle, you use the light. And more and more, professional health care providers such as dentists, medical doctors, doctors of Oriental medicine and veterinarians are using red light therapy to aid patients in obtaining the best health possible. 

 

If you are skeptical, I definitely know the feeling. I was the same way until I got desperate. Not for me or my animals, but my daughter. She was having some serious health issues, one of which was caused by a virus. She was attending university at the time, and had free access to one of the best hospitals in Florida. They were unable to help her. That's when I decided to give the red light a try. Since that time, my daughter has been able to resolve almost all her health issues. When she does have a flare up, it is very minor, and easily resolved with the red light. Plus, I was so impressed with the wonderful healing powers of the red light, that I became a red light therapy practitioner. 

 

When I have a sore throat, or any symptoms of a cold or flu, I red light ONE SIDE of my carotid artery for 3 to 10 minutes, and the symptoms go away. (Red light therapy has the potential to destroy, or at least weaken, viruses.)

 

My daughter had injured her finger. After two days of red lighting every couple of hours, the swelling and pain did not intensify, but were not alleviated either, so she went to the hospital.  After reading the x-ray, the doctor said that the fracture of her finger was healing nicely, but that she really shouldn't have waited 2 weeks to have it looked at. (2 weeks of healing in 2 days!!)

** Red light therapy should NEVER point directly into the eye, as is true of any light source. 

If pregnant, consult with the physician overseeing the pregnancy prior to using light therapy.

If a tendon, ligament, nerve, or muscle has been purposefully severed/cut, red light therapy may cause the body to heal/regrow that tissue, so consult the appropriate health care professional prior to using red light therapy in that area.

Consult with the care provider for any organ transplant prior to ANY use of red light therapy, as red light can boost the immune system and potentially negate the anti-rejection medication being prescribed.

If using red light as a first aid prior to receiving medical treatment, make certain to be ABSOLUTELY CLEAR with physicians that red light therapy has been applied, as it may diminish initial symptoms such as swelling, which is particularly important for any head injury/trauma, and may not 'sound the alarm' for proper treatment given the diminished or lack of symptoms.