Shoulder pain is a common complaint caused by muscle strain, tendinitis, bursitis, artritis, or rotator cuff injuries. It can limit mobility and affect daily activities. Traditional treatments include pain medication, fisioterapia, or steroid injections.
Recientemente, terapia de luz roja (RLT) has gained attention as a no invasivo, opción sin drogas for reducing shoulder pain and promoting healing. But is it effective?
How Red Light Therapy Works for Shoulder Pain
Usos de la terapia con luz roja. specific wavelengths of red (630–660 nm) y luz de infrarrojo cercano (810–850 nm) that penetrate deep into tissues. This light is absorbed by mitocondrias, enhancing Producción de ATP and promoting reparación celular.
For shoulder pain, RLT can help:
- 🌿 Reducir la inflamación in muscles, tendones, y articulaciones
- 💡 Aliviar el dolor by modulating nerve activity
- 🔋 Accelerate tissue repair, helping damaged muscles or tendons heal faster
- ❤️ Mejorar la circulación sanguínea, supplying oxygen and nutrients to affected areas
Scientific Evidence
Clinical studies support red light therapy for musculoskeletal pain:
- 📚 A study in Lasers in Medical Science found that terapia con láser de bajo nivel (LLLT) significantly reduced shoulder pain and inflammation in patients with tendonitis.
- 🔬 Red light therapy has been shown to enhance healing of soft tissues, including rotator cuff injuries and muscle strains.
- 💡 RLT is commonly used in clínicas de fisioterapia, sports medicine, and rehabilitation centers to support recovery from chronic or acute shoulder injuries.
How to Use Red Light Therapy for Shoulder Pain
- Session duration: 10–20 minutes per affected shoulder
- Frecuencia: 3–5 times per week until pain relief is achieved
- Device type: Red light pads, dispositivos portátiles, or MERICAN professional therapy beds
- Combination: Pair with stretching, physiotherapy, or gentle exercise for best results
MERICAN’s red light therapy systems provide precise, medical-grade wavelengths para penetración de tejido profundo, offering safe and effective relief.
Safety and Precautions
La terapia de luz roja es no invasivo, UV-free, and drug-free, making it safe for most users. Precautions include:
- Avoid use on open wounds or infections
- Consult a doctor for severe shoulder injuries or underlying conditions
- Seguir device guidelines for exposure time and distance
Conclusión
Entonces, is red light therapy good for shoulder pain?
Sí. By reducir la inflamación, aliviar el dolor, y promover la reparación del tejido, red light therapy is a safe and effective complementary therapy for shoulder discomfort.
For those seeking fast, non-invasive pain relief, MERICAN red light therapy systems deliver professional-grade wavelengths and even light coverage, supporting recovery and improved mobility.
