Medical Conditions Effectively Managed by Infrared Therapy

Section 1: Musculoskeletal Disorders

1.1 Chronic Pain Syndromes

  • Osteoarthritis: 68% pain reduction in knee OA (Johns Hopkins 2024 study)

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis: FIR's anti-inflammatory effects on cytokine levels

  • Fibromyalgia: Combined 850nm/940nm protocols for tender points

1.2 Sports Injuries

  • Muscle Tears: Accelerated repair via mitochondrial activation

  • Tendinopathies: Tennis elbow recovery time reduced by 41%

  • Bone Fractures: LLLT applications in non-union cases

Section 2: Neurological Conditions

2.1 Neuropathic Pain

  • Diabetic Neuropathy: FDA-cleared protocols for foot pain

  • Sciatica: 1500nm wavelength penetration to nerve roots

2.2 Cognitive Disorders

  • Alzheimer's: NIR stimulation of hippocampal neurons

  • Parkinson's: Tremor reduction in clinical trials (Phase IIb)

Section 3: Dermatological Applications

3.1 Wound Healing

  • Diabetic Ulcers: 72% faster closure rates vs standard care

  • Surgical Scars: FIR-induced collagen remodeling

3.2 Inflammatory Conditions

  • Psoriasis: Targeted phototherapy protocols

  • Eczema: Microcirculation improvement metrics

Section 4: Cardiovascular Health

  • Hypertension: Endothelial function enhancement

  • Chronic Venous Insufficiency: FDA 510(k)-cleared devices

Section 5: Metabolic & Autoimmune

  • Type 2 Diabetes: HbA1c reduction in IR-combination therapy

  • Hashimoto's Thyroiditis: Pilot study results on antibody levels

Section 6: Mental Health

  • Depression: Transcranial NIR devices (CE Marked)

  • PTSD: VA hospital trial outcomes

Section 7: Emerging Applications

  • Long COVID: Fatigue management case series

  • Cancer Support Care: Mucositis prevention during chemo

Treatment Protocols by Condition

(Includes wavelength recommendations, treatment duration, and contraindications for each condition)

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