Red light therapy is a non-invasive treatment that stimulates cellular regeneration and reduces inflammation using red and near-infrared light.
The therapy penetrates the skin and stimulates the cells so they will produce more energy to help repair damaged tissues, improve circulation, and reduce inflammation.
Red light is administered with handheld devices and larger panels. The most effective wavelength range for red light therapy is 630-850nm, and the treatment has been shown to work on both humans and animals!
So, if your cat is having pain issues, cat red light therapy can help reduce those feelings of pain. In fact, you can use the same red light therapy equipment you use on yourself so you can help your feline friend and you feel better in the comfort of your own home, which is much more relaxing for everyone than a trip to the vet!
How exactly does red light therapy benefit cats?
Pain Relief – Red light therapy helps to reduce the pain and inflammation that cats suffer from when they contract arthritis, sustain injuries, or other any other conditions that can cause them discomfort.
Arthritis – Red light therapy is very effective in reducing the discomfort, pain, and inflammation associated with arthritis, a common malady among older people and animals.
Sore Muscles – Red light therapy help to relieve muscle soreness because it stimulates and improves circulation.
Red and near-infrared light are able to penetrate the skin where it stimulates cells, causing them to produce more energy through a process called photobiomodulation.
This process occurs because the red and near-infrared light is absorbed by specialized molecules within the cells like cytochrome c oxidase, which is involved in the production of Adenosine Triphosphate, or ATP, the cell’s main energy source.
When these molecules absorb red and near-infrared light it stimulates them to produce more ATP. The increased ATP production can then produce a variety of health benefits like enhanced tissue repair, improved cellular function, and inflammation reduction.Â
Just like humans, cats can benefit from red and near-infrared light as it penetrates the skin to reach the tissues within, including joints, muscles, skin, and even down to the organs!
This is what makes it such an efficacious treatment for adverse health conditions that typically affect these areas, like arthritis.
We should note that the effectiveness of red light therapy for cats depends on a number of factors including the power and wavelength of the light, the frequency and duration of the treatment, and the specific conditions that are being treated. Consult with your veterinarian to ensure the correct parameters are used for your cat’s health needs.