What NM Is Best for Red Light Therapy?

Terapia de luz roja (RLT) typically works within the visible red and near-infrared (Nir) spectrum of light, measured in nanómetros (Nuevo Méjico).
These wavelengths penetrate the skin at different depths and trigger various biological effects.

1️⃣ Red Light Range: 620–700 nm

• Common therapeutic wavelengths: 630 Nuevo Méjico y 660 Nuevo Méjico
• Profundidad de penetración: Arriba a 5–10 mm (reaches skin and shallow tissues)
• Mejor para:
  • Rejuvenecimiento de la piel
  • Collagen stimulation
  • Reducing fine lines and wrinkles
  • Healing superficial wounds or scars
  • Reducing inflammation on the skin’s surface

🔬 Why it works:
At this range, light is absorbed by cytochrome c oxidase in your cells’ mitochondria, impulsando atp (energía) producción and accelerating cell repair.

2️⃣ Near-Infrared (Nir) Range: 800–900 nm

• Common therapeutic wavelengths: 810 Nuevo Méjico, 830 Nuevo Méjico, 850 Nuevo Méjico, 880 Nuevo Méjico
• Profundidad de penetración: Arriba a 30–40 mm (reaches muscles, articulaciones, y hasta huesos)
• Mejor para:
  • Muscle recovery and performance
  • Joint and deep tissue pain relief
  • Nerve regeneration
  • Improving circulation and reducing inflammation

🔬 Why it works:
NIR light penetrates deeper, improving blood flow and tissue oxygenation, supporting healing from the inside out.

3️⃣ Combined Red + NIR Therapy (Dual Spectrum)

Many advanced systems (como MERICAN red light beds) use a combination of 660 Nuevo Méjico + 850 Nuevo Méjico LEDs — the most studied and clinically effective pair.

✅ 660 Nuevo Méjico (rojo): boosts skin health and surface healing
✅ 850 Nuevo Méjico (infrarrojo cercano): targets deeper tissues and muscles

Together, they provide comprehensive whole-body benefits, from skin rejuvenation to muscle recovery and inflammation reduction.

4️⃣ Summary Table

✅ In Short

El best wavelengths for red light therapy are 660 Nuevo Méjico y 850 Nuevo Méjico, often used together for maximum skin and body benefits.