InfraRed/Near InfraRed Therapy is a treatment that utilizes specific wavelengths of light to interact with tissue and is known to accelerate the healing process of a variety of clinical conditions. InfraRed/Near InfraRed therapy has been promoted as an effective way to produce pain relief.
InfraRed/Near InfraRed Therapy is widely used for treatment of:
- Acute and chronic pain
- Ligament sprains
- Muscle strain
- Soft tissue injuries
- Tendonitis
- Arthritis
- Tennis elbow
- Back pain
- Bursitis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Fibromyalgia
- Wound healing
InfraRed/Near InfraRed are either handheld devices used by the doctor and are
typically the size of a flashlight or large pads to wrap around body areas..
The unit is placed directly over the injured area for 15-20 minutes