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The Ultimate Guide to Red Light Therapy
The researchers tested RLT using laser or LED devices on 18 patients who had just had THA surgery, splitting
them into two groups.
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One group received real RLT treatment, while the other got a placebo treatment.
They applied the therapy to five points along the surgical cut 8-12 hours after the operation.
The team measured pain using a simple scale and checked blood samples
for signs of inflammation.
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They found that patients who got the real RLT
treatment had less pain and lower levels of certain inflammatory markers
compared to those who got the placebo. This suggests that RLT could be a
safe and effective way to manage pain and reduce inflammation for patients
recovering from hip replacement surgery.
In
another
people
study,
who
researchers
used
low-level
found
laser
that
therapy
(LLLT) had less pain and swelling in the first
few months after knee replacement surgery,
which
generally
components.
involves
inserting
metal
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They also needed fewer painkillers and were
able to bend their knees better.
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This suggests
that RLT can be a good way to speed up
the healing process after knee replacement
surgery. Most benefits were seen in the first
few months.
A third study looked at how RLT affects the stability of mini-implants used in orthodontics.
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Mini-implants, or
temporary anchorage devices, are small titanium (a strong, lightweight metal) screws placed in the jawbone
to help braces move teeth more efficiently without putting stress on other teeth.
Researchers reviewed studies on two types of RLT: low-level laser therapy (LLLT) and light-emitting diode
(LED) therapy.
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They found that RLT can enhance mini-implant stability and is safe to use with metal implants.
