CONTRIBUTED CONTENT — If you’re seeking a non-prescription, non-invasive healing methodology, consider red light therapy for total body wellness.
Red Bed Regeneration uses low-wavelength red and infrared light to enhance the way you look and feel. It’s the only red light therapy provider in St. George with a full-body bed for maximum benefit. Clients include people with chronic pain and inflammation, individuals who have recently undergone joint replacement surgery and anyone who wants a boost in vitality.
“It acts on your body’s natural ability to heal,” owner Lori Prenger said.
NASA scientists first used red light therapy to stimulate plant growth in space during the 1990s. However, they soon discovered that it also enhanced basic energy processes in the bodies of astronauts who were suffering from muscle atrophy in a weightless environment. Based on NASA’s findings, red light therapy has become a recommended treatment for a number of medical conditions.
Red light therapy works by acting on the mitochondria, the “powerhouse” of the body’s cells. When your cells absorb the light, the mitochondria produce more energy. With increased energy, cells can perform all of their normal functions more efficiently.
Think of it as exercise for your cells, Prenger said, much like weightlifting for your muscles or cardio for your heart and lungs. The recommended course of treatment includes two or three sessions per week for six to eight weeks, but some issues may require consistent treatment for up to four months to achieve optimal results.
Benefits of red light therapy
Increased energy levels. The primary function of red light therapy is to increase cellular energy production, helping you feel revitalized and ready to take on the day. Furthermore, peak cellular function promotes a strong immune system and longevity.
Reduced joint pain and inflammation. Increased mitochondrial activity helps alleviate chronic inflammation by increasing blood flow to damaged tissue, while the release of nitric oxide provides pain relief. Clinical trials have also demonstrated that red light therapy boosts the body’s antioxidant defenses.
Enhanced athletic performance and recovery. Red light therapy increases muscle torque at the beginning of exercise and maintains levels of lactate after resistance training. For post-workout benefits, it also helps reduce the effects of delayed-onset muscle soreness.
Improved sleep quality. The retinal cells of your eyes absorb the red light during a session, increasing the production of melatonin and serotonin in your brain. These chemicals are responsible for regulating your sleep-wake cycle.
Accelerated wound and scar healing. Red light therapy boosts the production of collagen and fibroblasts, both of which play an essential role in your skin’s natural repair process. Collagen and fibroblasts also help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and other signs of aging.
Improved skin appearance. Red light therapy promotes blood circulation and the development of new capillaries, which helps deliver more nutrients and oxygen to the skin. This stimulus gives your skin a healthy, radiant glow.
Red Bed Regeneration uses the OvationULT, a zero-gravity bed designed with comfort in mind. It forms to the body’s natural structure to deliver the powerful effects of red and infrared light therapy within inches of the user. The closer light is to a person’s body, the more beneficial the treatment.
Faith Ann Bailes has completed eight sessions at Red Bed Regeneration and plans to return on a regular basis to maintain optimal health and continue enjoying the many benefits.
“In today’s world of quick fixes, fast diets and wonder pills, it is refreshing to find a place that offers honest, holistic solutions to natural healing,” she said. “Red Bed Regeneration is that place, and I am so thankful to have found it.”
“I’ve been able to take back my active lifestyle,” another customer, Jesse Erickson, added. “It’s helped countless things, including my knee and back pain. These beds have increased my quality of life significantly.”
Red Bed Regeneration offers single sessions, packages of six or 12 sessions, unlimited monthly plans for individuals or families and customized packages upon request. Each session lasts 20 minutes. The bed becomes mildly warm during that time, and users are given eye protection due to the proximity of the LEDs.
“It’s a very relaxing treatment,” Prenger said. “Most people say they feel energized afterward.”
Discover the healing power of red light therapy for yourself. Red Bed Regeneration offers an initial consultation to discuss goals, review your suggested treatment schedule and perform a Fit3D full-body scan. You’ll also experience your first session. Book online or by calling 435-627-3391.
Written by ALEXA MORGAN for St. George News.
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- Red Bed Regeneration | Address: 1363 E. Washington Dam Road, Suite 2, Washington City | Hours: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, by appointment only | Telephone: 435-627-3391 | Website.
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