Infrared light therapy is used in physical therapy to promote a superficial and dry increase in the temperature of the area to be treated, promoting vasodilation and increasing blood circulation, promoting tissue repair as they enter the body by acting on small blood vessels, capillaries and nerve endings.
Indications of infrared light in physiotherapy are:
- The infrared light used in physiotherapy varies between 50 and 250 W so the skin depth reaches 0.
- 3 to 2.
- 5 mm.
- Depending on the laser used and the distance of the skin it is occupying.
There are also infrared light chambers in some spas and hotels, which resemble a dry sauna, also promoting the relationship after a sports injury, for example. These can be used for approximately 15 to 20 minutes and are not contraindicated in people with changes in blood pressure.
The treatment time with infrared light varies between 10 and 20 minutes, to obtain therapeutic benefits a temperature should be maintained in the treatment area between 40 and 45 degrees C for at least 5 minutes, the temperature can be checked by a direct infrared thermometer in the area exposed to light. The temperature in the treated area should return to normal after 30 to 35 minutes.
Treatment time may be shorter when the area to be treated is small, in case of an acute injury, skin diseases, such as psoriasis. To increase the intensity of infrared light, it is possible to approach the thermometer to change its capacity in the generator.
To start treatment, the person must remain in a comfortable position, keeping the limb at rest, being able to sit on the bed, the wall should be cleaned, cleaned and dried, and the eyes should be kept closed during treatment in case of lighting. disturbs the eyes, to prevent damage to the eyes.
The light should focus directly on the area to be treated, forming a right angle that allows a greater absorption of energy, the distance between the lamp and the body varies between 50 and 75 cm, and the person can lick the lamp in case the sensation is burned on the skin, especially since prolonged use is harmful to health.
While it’s a treatment that has several health benefits, it can have associated risks, so it contracts in certain situations, such as:
Medical infrared light can be purchased in medical products and can be used at home, but it is important to follow the instructions and be aware of contraindications so as not to harm health.