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Red Light Therapy

Structured red and near-infrared light exposure — wavelength, distance, duration, and frequency, without the marketing.

10–20 minutes, most daysPublished April 18, 2026 · Last reviewed July 24, 2026

Overview

Photobiomodulation has a real research base and a larger marketing one. Studies report benefits for skin and for some measures of muscle recovery, but doses, devices, and outcomes vary widely across trials, and more exposure is not better. This protocol keeps dosing conservative and consistent. Treat it as a modality worth testing on your own skin and joints over several weeks, not a proven system.

Evidence level

Mixed. Studies conflict or benefits depend heavily on context. How Compound evaluates evidence

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