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EPISODE · Nov 18, 2024 · 42 MIN

Red Light Therapy for Sciatica

from Functional Rehab Podcast · host Dr. Ashley Mak, PT, DPT, CSCS

In this conversation, Dr. Ashley and Bjørn Ekeberg discuss the growing popularity of light therapy, particularly red light therapy, and its applications in pain management and injury recovery. Bjørn shares his journey from skepticism to becoming the CEO of Recharge Health, a company specializing in light therapy devices. They explore the science behind red light therapy, its benefits for cellular activity, pain relief, and inflammation reduction, as well as practical applications and safety considerations for users. You can learn more about the FlexBeam here at recharge.health Takeaways Light therapy is a non-invasive and natural modality. Bjørn Ekeberg transitioned from skepticism to leading a light therapy company. Red light therapy can stimulate cellular energy production. The therapy is beneficial for pain relief and inflammation reduction. Consistency in using light therapy is key for effectiveness. Light therapy can penetrate deeper than traditional heat treatments. Improved circulation and muscle relaxation are benefits of light therapy. The device can be used conveniently during daily activities. Safety precautions include avoiding fresh tattoos and certain medical conditions. Light therapy is a promising tool for injury recovery and performance enhancement. 00:00 Introduction to Light Therapy 07:02 Understanding Red Light Therapy 14:20 Benefits of Light Therapy for Pain Management 25:51 Practical Applications of Light Therapy 35:22 Safety and Precautions of Light Therapy Check out our favorite products! (affiliate page): https://ifixyoursciatica.gymleadmachine.co/favorite_products Did you know that our YouTube channel has a growing number of videos including this podcast? Give us a follow here- https://youtube.com/@fixyoursciatica?si=1svrz6M7RsnFaswN Are you looking for a more affordable way to manage your pain? Check out the patient advocate program here: ptpatientadvocate.com Here’s the self cheat sheet for symptom management: https://ifixyoursciatica.gymleadmachine.co/self-treatment-cheat-sheet-8707 Book a free strategy call: https://msgsndr.com/widget/appointment/ifixyoursciatica/strategy-call Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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