The application of heat is one of the oldest therapies in medicine. That is why it is also called healing heat. It improves blood circulation, relieves pain, makes collagen connective tissue more elastic and reduces the viscosity of joint fluid. Red light lamps are a proven tool in locally applied medical heat therapy.
What is a red light lamp?
The red light lamp is used for external application by warming infrared radiation. It is particularly often used for sinusitis, middle ear infection and rheumatism. The red light lamp goes back to the invention of the incandescent lamp by the American Thomas Alva Edison in the 1880s. Already his carbon filament lamp had the maximum of its radiationm in the infrared spectral range, which is in the definition between the visible light and longer submillimeter waves, which is called near infrared. Within the infrared segment, beams can be highly intensified to produce lasers. In this form, infrared radiation is indispensable in many areas of dentistry, ophthalmology and dermatology for cutting, measuring, sclerosing, coagulating and in light therapy. As laser radiation, near infrared is dangerous to unprotected skin and eyes. Near infrared in the lower range is provided by red light lamps, which are also used in home health care. Here, the so-called IR-A are used, which are closest to visible light at 780 nm to 1400 nm. Because they generate heat, red light lamps have long been used. Red light lamps are suitable for relieving local inflammation. If the whole body is to be treated with infrared radiation, infrared heat cabins are used. In the form of heating plates, they are used in infrared saunas.
Shapes, types and types
Infrared heaters, infrared lamps and red light lamps are available in various forms, types and kinds. Among them, infrared lamps are especially suitable for the uniform treatment of larger areas. The same applies to infrared heaters, which are particularly broadly effective, in addition to the medical aspects. For example, when babies are in the house, infrared heaters are a wonderful source of heat for the changing table.
Structure and function
In the structure, the incandescent lamps of the red light lamp are provided with different coatings. As a result, the proportion of visible light is surpassed by the proportion of heat radiation. The function is ensured by the penetration of the IR rays a few millimeters into the tissue. Connective tissue, subcutaneous fatty tissue and joints are also reached. The tissue temperature increases. As a result, the vessels dilate and the desired therapeutic effect of improved local blood circulation occurs.
Application
The application is relatively simple. Those who want to use their red light lamp in the bathroom at home should note that no moisture should penetrate into the electrical device. Red light lamps have timers that prevent you from irradiating for too long. A few minutes are usually quite enough for one session. The minimum distance of 30 cm from the red light lamp must always be observed. Otherwise, burns could be the result. There is also a risk of burns if jewelry is not taken off during irradiation. Children should not be left unattended. One protects the eyes by wearing protective goggles.
Medical and health benefits
A red light lamp provides heat, it relieves pain and promotes healing. It provides a high medical benefit and has an analgesic effect on joint and muscle pain. Muscle tension is relieved. Heat is also good for the mucous membranes in the case of a cold and colds in the early stages, sinusitis or inflammation of the sinuses. Thus, the stuck mucus is liquefied, loosened and transported away, which effectively promotes the desired healing. Abscesses and various skin diseases should be relieved with infrared radiation. If a special water filter is placed in front of the red light emitter, warts can be treated. This relatively new, effective procedure also has a positive effect on the general health of the skin. The red light lamp goes back to the invention of the light bulb by the American Thomas Alva Edison in the 1880s. The red light application can be effectively supported by the so-called diathermy. In this case, the body tissue is additionally heated by electric current.Thus, even deeper layers of the skin are reached. Annoying earaches or discomfort from middle ear infections are alleviated by the warming effect of red light irradiation. Comfortable warmth from red light lamps protects newborn babies from hypothermia. Irradiations with the red light lamp strengthen the entire immune system and also have a concentrated wellness factor.
