Section 1: Musculoskeletal Disorders
1.1 Chronic Pain Syndromes
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Osteoarthritis: 68% pain reduction in knee OA (Johns Hopkins 2024 study)
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Rheumatoid Arthritis: FIR's anti-inflammatory effects on cytokine levels
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Fibromyalgia: Combined 850nm/940nm protocols for tender points
1.2 Sports Injuries
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Muscle Tears: Accelerated repair via mitochondrial activation
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Tendinopathies: Tennis elbow recovery time reduced by 41%
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Bone Fractures: LLLT applications in non-union cases
Section 2: Neurological Conditions
2.1 Neuropathic Pain
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Diabetic Neuropathy: FDA-cleared protocols for foot pain
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Sciatica: 1500nm wavelength penetration to nerve roots
2.2 Cognitive Disorders
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Alzheimer's: NIR stimulation of hippocampal neurons
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Parkinson's: Tremor reduction in clinical trials (Phase IIb)
Section 3: Dermatological Applications
3.1 Wound Healing
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Diabetic Ulcers: 72% faster closure rates vs standard care
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Surgical Scars: FIR-induced collagen remodeling
3.2 Inflammatory Conditions
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Psoriasis: Targeted phototherapy protocols
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Eczema: Microcirculation improvement metrics
Section 4: Cardiovascular Health
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Hypertension: Endothelial function enhancement
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Chronic Venous Insufficiency: FDA 510(k)-cleared devices
Section 5: Metabolic & Autoimmune
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Type 2 Diabetes: HbA1c reduction in IR-combination therapy
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Hashimoto's Thyroiditis: Pilot study results on antibody levels
Section 6: Mental Health
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Depression: Transcranial NIR devices (CE Marked)
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PTSD: VA hospital trial outcomes
Section 7: Emerging Applications
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Long COVID: Fatigue management case series
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Cancer Support Care: Mucositis prevention during chemo
Treatment Protocols by Condition
(Includes wavelength recommendations, treatment duration, and contraindications for each condition)