Red Light Therapy Podcast

Hair loss looks different in men and women — but red light therapy works for both.In this episode of the Red Light Therapy Podcast, Mike Volkin and longevity specialist Dr. Alan Inman put red and near-infrared light therapy head-to-head against the most common hair loss treatments — and the results might surprise you.Dr. Inman explains why this matters: unlike hormone-based pharmaceutical treatments, red light therapy offers a meaningful, clinically backed option with no systemic side effects.Learn why the resting phase of the hair cycle is where red light therapy makes its biggest impact, how perifollicular inflammation causes follicles to miniaturize and eventually scar permanently, why darker hair absorbs more light and what that means for panel distance, and whether the same protocol that works for scalp hair also applies to beards and eyebrows.Brought to you by platinumtherapylights.com

What if your skincare routine is working against you — and the missing piece is light?In this episode of the Red Light Therapy Podcast, Mike Volkin and longevity specialist Dr. Alan Inman open the Aesthetics and Longevity Series by explaining how red and near-infrared light therapy fits into — and supercharges — any anti-aging routine. Whether you're dealing with fine lines, sagging, dark circles, or just want to slow the clock, this episode covers the science in plain terms and tells you exactly how to use your panel for facial results.Brought to you by platinumtherapylights.com

What if the pain you've been managing with ibuprofen could actually be repaired — not just masked?Mike Volkin and longevity specialist Dr. Alan Inman break down how red and near-infrared light therapy targets pain at the cellular level — reaching deep into joints, tendons, ligaments, and nerves to restore mitochondrial function and reduce chronic inflammation. This isn't temporary relief. When the tissue actually heals, the pain stops coming back.Brought to you by platinumtherapylights.com

What does light have to do with how strong you are?In this episode of the Red Light Therapy Podcast, Mike Volkin and longevity specialist Dr. Alan Inman unpack the cellular mechanics behind red and near-infrared light therapy — and how they connect directly to muscle performance, recovery speed, and long-term strength. Learn how mitochondrial function drives muscle quality at every age, why timing your red light sessions around workouts makes a measurable difference, how grip strength became one of medicine's most reliable longevity markers, and how to find your personal sweet spot for dosing sessions without overdoing it.Brought to you by platinumtherapylights.com

What if recovery — not training — is the real key to building muscle and improving performance?In this episode of the Red Light Therapy Podcast, Mike Volkin and longevity specialist Dr. Alan Inman explain how red and near-infrared light therapy supports faster muscle recovery, reduces inflammation, and enhances athletic output. By stimulating the mitochondria, increases ATP (cellular energy) production, and improves oxygen utilization — all critical components of muscle repair and growth.You’ll learn whether it’s better to use red light therapy before or after workouts, how it may help reduce delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), the ideal distance from your panel for deep tissue treatment, and whether full-body sessions outperform targeted applications. Dr. Inman also explains how optimizing recovery can potentially cut downtime between workouts and improve long-term performance.Brought to you by platinumtherapylights.com

What actually happens inside your body when you use red light therapy? In this episode of the Red Light Therapy Podcast, Mike Volkin and longevity specialist Dr. Alan Inman break down the science of photobiomodulation and how red and near-infrared light stimulate the mitochondria to increase ATP (cellular energy) production. By improving oxygen utilization and supporting mitochondrial function, red light therapy helps address the root cause of fatigue — rather than simply masking it like caffeine.You’ll learn the ideal session length, how often to use red light therapy, and the best time of day to maximize energy, recovery, and performance. Whether you’re trying to beat the afternoon slump, improve workout recovery, or boost overall vitality, this episode provides a clear, science-backed guide to using red light therapy effectively.Brought to you by platinumtherapylights.com