Buyers Guide to Red Light Therapy Beds
15 Critical Questions to Ask Before You Buy ANY Red Light Therapy Bed!
Clinically validated power and wavelengths
Clinically Validated protocols and dosages
15 Critical Questions to Ask Before You Buy ANY Red Light Therapy Bed!
Clinically validated power and wavelengths
Clinically Validated protocols and dosages

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Red light therapy (RLT) is one of the hottest wellness industries and one of the most effective and proven energy medicine modalities available today. There are over 50,000 studies proving the healing effects of red light therapy for literally A-Z of most conditions that are known. Furthermore, Red light therapy has FDA Approval for acne, muscle and joint pain, muscle spasms, arthritis, muscle and joint stiffness, and compromised local blood circulation to name a couple. There are even NASA studies using red light LEDs for wound healing, and tissue growth and regeneration! Along with being perhaps the most proven and effective energy medicine modality, red light therapy is also the safest! Red light therapy is considered safe, with no known risks or side effects!
The full body red light beds are the crème de la crème of the entire red light therapy lineup of products. Red light beds are the most advanced and powerful type of RLT devices, specifically designed for professional use in spas, clinics, and wellness centers. These devices offer full-body coverage and surround the body with red and near-infrared light, providing the most comprehensive and effective red light therapy experience. Due to their high-quality components and advanced technology, red light beds are significantly more expensive than other RLT devices, with prices ranging from $30,000 to $150,000.
The substantial increase in efficacy of red light beds is attributed to their ability to surround the body, offering enhanced health benefits compared to localized light therapy devices. This full-body immersion ensures that all body parts receive an equal dosage of therapeutic light, leading to more consistent and effective treatment outcomes in less time.
One of the key advantages of red light beds is their ability to deliver proper light dosage in a shorter amount of time. Most red light beds can provide an optimal therapeutic session in just 8 to 14 minutes, making them an ideal option for generating revenue in professional settings. This efficiency allows for a higher client turnover, maximizing the return on investment for business owners.
Before you buy a Red Therapy Bed, Here are 15 Critical Questions you Must Ask when choosing a red light bed for home or professional use which we will elaborate on in detail in this Buyers Guide to Red Light Therapy Beds!
**(Add)Red Light therapy, especially when delivered by a powerful whole-body light bed, is an energy medicine protocol that delivers precisely metered doses of specific wavelengths of light to be absorbed into and modulate the biological processes of the body. This whole-body treatment elevates the health of the cells, which as Dr. Michael Hamblin states, “trickles down into and benefits nearly every tissue, organ and system in the body”.
Isoirradiance Plots
Wavelength Testing (drifting and accuracy)
Red light therapy (RLT) is one of the hottest wellness industries and one of the most effective and proven energy medicine modalities available today. There are over 50,000 studies proving the healing effects of red light therapy for literally A-Z of most conditions that are known. Furthermore, Red light therapy has FDA Approval for acne, muscle and joint pain, muscle spasms, arthritis, muscle and joint stiffness, and compromised local blood circulation to name a couple. There are even NASA studies using red light LEDs for wound healing, and tissue growth and regeneration! Along with being perhaps the most proven and effective energy medicine modality, red light therapy is also the safest! Red light therapy is considered safe, with no known risks or side effects!
The full body red light beds are the crème de la crème of the entire red light therapy lineup of products. Red light beds are the most advanced and powerful type of RLT devices, specifically designed for professional use in spas, clinics, and wellness centers. These devices offer full-body coverage and surround the body with red and near-infrared light, providing the most comprehensive and effective red light therapy experience. Due to their high-quality components and advanced technology, red light beds are significantly more expensive than other RLT devices, with prices ranging from $30,000 to $150,000.
The substantial increase in efficacy of red light beds is attributed to their ability to surround the body, offering enhanced health benefits compared to localized light therapy devices. This full-body immersion ensures that all body parts receive an equal dosage of therapeutic light, leading to more consistent and effective treatment outcomes in less time.
One of the key advantages of red light beds is their ability to deliver proper light dosage in a shorter amount of time. Most red light beds can provide an optimal therapeutic session in just 8 to 14 minutes, making them an ideal option for generating revenue in professional settings. This efficiency allows for a higher client turnover, maximizing the return on investment for business owners.
Before you buy a Red Therapy Bed, Here are 15 Critical Questions you Must Ask when choosing a red light bed for home or professional use which we will elaborate on in detail in this Buyers Guide to Red Light Therapy Beds!
**(Add)Red Light therapy, especially when delivered by a powerful whole-body light bed, is an energy medicine protocol that delivers precisely metered doses of specific wavelengths of light to be absorbed into and modulate the biological processes of the body. This whole-body treatment elevates the health of the cells, which as Dr. Michael Hamblin states, “trickles down into and benefits nearly every tissue, organ and system in the body”.
Question#1: Does the Bed Use Research Proven Wavelengths?
Best Wavelengths - Research proven ranges that stimulate CCO (630,660,810,830,850,980)
When shopping for a red light therapy bed, insure that the device offers research proven red and near-infrared wavelengths to provide a comprehensive range of therapeutic applications.
Best Wavelengths - Research proven ranges that stimulate CCO (630,660,810,830,850,980)
When shopping for a red light therapy bed, insure that the device offers research proven red and near-infrared wavelengths to provide a comprehensive range of therapeutic applications.

The first questions to ask when considering a whole body red light bed are about wavelengths. What wavelengths does the device offer? Do these have health benefits? Are they in the proven ranges of of 630- 680nm and 800-1070?
Wavelengths of 630 to 680nm and 800 to 1070nm have been proven to have the most significant impact upon the mitochondria and energy production. These are the wavelengths that will provide the most stunning results for anti-aging, arthritis, fat loss, reduced waist circumference, re-growing hair for individuals with hair loss, joint repair, bone repair, cancer recovery and prevention, cognitive enhancement and brain health, etc. The therapeutic range is only within those specific wavelengths!
We do not recommend red light therapy beds that specify other wavelengths than the ones mentioned above. If the company does not specify any wavelengths at all, that is a big red flag as the wavelengths along with the intensity or irradiance are the TWO most important components of a red light bed that need to be just right for the bed to have any benefit!
Wavelengths of 630 to 680nm and 800 to 1070nm have been proven to have the most significant impact upon the mitochondria and energy production. These are the wavelengths that will provide the most stunning results for anti-aging, arthritis, fat loss, reduced waist circumference, re-growing hair for individuals with hair loss, joint repair, bone repair, cancer recovery and prevention, cognitive enhancement and brain health, etc. The therapeutic range is only within those specific wavelengths!
We do not recommend red light therapy beds that specify other wavelengths than the ones mentioned above. If the company does not specify any wavelengths at all, that is a big red flag as the wavelengths along with the intensity or irradiance are the TWO most important components of a red light bed that need to be just right for the bed to have any benefit!
Which Wavelengths Specifically
While wavelengths in the range of 630-680. 800-880, and 905-1070 have the most therapeutic benefits, there are some even within those ranges that are more researched than others. Looking at this chart it is clear some have more checkmarks than others which means more studies and validation.
The wavelengths we have found to be the BEST researched are 630, 660, 810, 830, 850 (AND 980 for the 905-1070 range). 660 and 850 are perhaps the most widely used, but 810 is the deepest penetrating wavelength so we recommend a bed including THAT along with 980!
While wavelengths in the range of 630-680. 800-880, and 905-1070 have the most therapeutic benefits, there are some even within those ranges that are more researched than others. Looking at this chart it is clear some have more checkmarks than others which means more studies and validation.
The wavelengths we have found to be the BEST researched are 630, 660, 810, 830, 850 (AND 980 for the 905-1070 range). 660 and 850 are perhaps the most widely used, but 810 is the deepest penetrating wavelength so we recommend a bed including THAT along with 980!
Question #2: Does the Bed offer a broad spectrum of Wavelengths?
605-680, 800-880, and either 980 or 1064
605-680, 800-880, and either 980 or 1064

The next question you need to ask when considering a red light therapy bed is how many wavelengths does the bed have? Does it have just two, four, five or six? All the whole body light beds on the market we have seen have between two and six different wavelengths.
There is compelling evidence for Cytochrome C Oxidase (CCO) being the main chromophore (light harnessing molecule) involved in all the wonderful mechanisms and healing benefits of Red light therapy. CCO has 16 different configurations and EACH of those configurations has a different band gap (that resonates to a different wavelength) which gives CCO a broad spectrum of wavelengths it absorbs in the proven 605-880 range, NOT JUST ONE! Because of this having multiple wavelengths increases the "odds" of light being absorbed by the mitochondria to create energy and all the wonderful benefits red light therapy provides. So you want a bed with the BROADEST spectrum of wavelengths in the 605-680 and 800-880 range with at least ONE 905-1070nm (more on this in the next point).
The analogy here is like taking "just" vitamin A and vitamin D and nothing else vs taking a full spectrum multivitamin with A, B1,B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, C, E, D, and full spectrum of vitamins, minerals, and other antioxidants, etc. A good Red light therapy system with 5 or 6 different wavelengths gives you a rich spectral content is like a good multivitamin, that gives you everything you need ALL AT once.
There is compelling evidence for Cytochrome C Oxidase (CCO) being the main chromophore (light harnessing molecule) involved in all the wonderful mechanisms and healing benefits of Red light therapy. CCO has 16 different configurations and EACH of those configurations has a different band gap (that resonates to a different wavelength) which gives CCO a broad spectrum of wavelengths it absorbs in the proven 605-880 range, NOT JUST ONE! Because of this having multiple wavelengths increases the "odds" of light being absorbed by the mitochondria to create energy and all the wonderful benefits red light therapy provides. So you want a bed with the BROADEST spectrum of wavelengths in the 605-680 and 800-880 range with at least ONE 905-1070nm (more on this in the next point).
The analogy here is like taking "just" vitamin A and vitamin D and nothing else vs taking a full spectrum multivitamin with A, B1,B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, C, E, D, and full spectrum of vitamins, minerals, and other antioxidants, etc. A good Red light therapy system with 5 or 6 different wavelengths gives you a rich spectral content is like a good multivitamin, that gives you everything you need ALL AT once.
Question #3: Does it Include a 905 -1100nm Wavelength for Warmth, Circulation and Mitochondrial Benefits?

The next question you want to ask is does the red light therapy device include one wavelength between 905-1070nm, preferably 980nm. Why? Because these near infrared wavelengths use water as a chromophore (light absorbing molecule), and the feeling of warmth these wavelengths provide is unmistakable. This added warmth is greatly beneficial for three reasons.
The first and most obvious benefit is this added warmth gives a much more enjoyable experience. It is not like a sauna, but more like the warmth of the sun on a 80 degree day at the beach with little wind if the bed has a fan. Not enough to make you sweat but enough to make you feel GOOD! Having a 905nm-1070nm wavelength will be like taking a little 15 minute vacation on beach during even a busy and stressful day! NOTE: One brand ONLY has a bottom and no top and it is NOT as enjoyable as having warmth blanketing you all around.
The second benefit from this added warmth is improved circulation. By enhancing circulation and lowering blood pressure, this added warmth will synergistically improve the benefits from a treatment. Also, increased circulation brings more blood to surface so the light will have a greater impact from a whole body session, as blood is the main carrier of the systemic and full body benefits of red light therapy (recent research has shown even blood has mitochondria!).
Finally and perhaps most importantly for therapeutic reasons, wavelengths between 905-1070nm seem to use WATER as a chromophore in ways that have many research proven-benefits in the mitochondria and ion channels. One ground-breaking study showed enhanced ATP-ase activity from 980nm which means enhanced ATP and energy production (Sommer 2015)! And specifically we recommend 980nm as this was THE most researched and proven wavelength between 905-1070nm with more studies than any other!
The first and most obvious benefit is this added warmth gives a much more enjoyable experience. It is not like a sauna, but more like the warmth of the sun on a 80 degree day at the beach with little wind if the bed has a fan. Not enough to make you sweat but enough to make you feel GOOD! Having a 905nm-1070nm wavelength will be like taking a little 15 minute vacation on beach during even a busy and stressful day! NOTE: One brand ONLY has a bottom and no top and it is NOT as enjoyable as having warmth blanketing you all around.
The second benefit from this added warmth is improved circulation. By enhancing circulation and lowering blood pressure, this added warmth will synergistically improve the benefits from a treatment. Also, increased circulation brings more blood to surface so the light will have a greater impact from a whole body session, as blood is the main carrier of the systemic and full body benefits of red light therapy (recent research has shown even blood has mitochondria!).
Finally and perhaps most importantly for therapeutic reasons, wavelengths between 905-1070nm seem to use WATER as a chromophore in ways that have many research proven-benefits in the mitochondria and ion channels. One ground-breaking study showed enhanced ATP-ase activity from 980nm which means enhanced ATP and energy production (Sommer 2015)! And specifically we recommend 980nm as this was THE most researched and proven wavelength between 905-1070nm with more studies than any other!
Question #4: Is it Strong Enough for Deep Penetration, Yet Safe to Use? (Ideally 20-40 mW/cm^2)

The next and perhaps most important question to ask is what is the Irradiance of the bed or its Intensity. Light irradiance is the power density of red light over a given area. The unit of measure for light irradiance is power divided by area which is usually expressed in milliwatts per square centimeter (mW/cm²). Simply put, the Irradiance of a whole body light bed is the Intensity of light that the bed emits. So of course the big question is, What is the best irradiance to have in a whole body red light bed? There is no clear consensus on an exact value but THERE IS for a range of values.
In a paper by Huang, Sharma and Hambin (Haung 2011) they came to the conclusion that Irradiances from 5 to 50 mW/cm^2 are generally used for stimulation and healing, while higher irradiances can be more for nerve inhibition and pain relief. So even the high irradiances might have there place in certain situations, but in general for at home devices for most applications keeping the irradiance under 50 mW/cm^2 is best, but you do need AT LEAST 5mW/cm^2.
In a paper by Huang, Sharma and Hambin (Haung 2011) they came to the conclusion that Irradiances from 5 to 50 mW/cm^2 are generally used for stimulation and healing, while higher irradiances can be more for nerve inhibition and pain relief. So even the high irradiances might have there place in certain situations, but in general for at home devices for most applications keeping the irradiance under 50 mW/cm^2 is best, but you do need AT LEAST 5mW/cm^2.

Guiding Light For Dosage
"Comprehend and Copy Nature"
Viktor Schauberger
According to one study (Hart 2016), the sun offers the red and near-infrared light of about 23.6 mW/cm^2 (depending on environmental factors). It might be best to emulate nature when possible. But more generally the ranges for Red and Near Infrared light from the sun (600-1100nm) are anywhere between 20-40 mW/cm^2 depending on season and geography
The article "Infrared and Skin: Friend or Foe" (Barolet 2016) confirms this conclusion saying "Photobiomodulation exposure to visible and IR-A light [near infrared] which emulates the conditions of natural sunlight in wavelength, intensity, and dosage can be beneficial to the skin."
While the Range of Biologically active Irradiances or Intensities for Red Light Therapy is between 5-50 mW/cm^2, good research and common sense confirms that the ideal range is what Nature gives us which is between 20-40 mW/cm^2.
Also, look for a bed that has a light intensity that is adjustable, allowing for personalized treatment plans that cater to individual client needs and preferences. Some brands do NOT offer this option so make sure to ask!
Several whole body light beds are listing Irradiance Values over 100 mW/cm^2, and one company lists even 160mW/cm^2! The highest True Irradiance values we have seen for a whole red light bed are close to 60 mW/cm^2 and that particular bed had 17 mW/cm^2 of the total coming from green which is much less proven. So effectively 40-45 mW/cm^2 are the highest readings you'll see on a bed, typically they range from 20-35 mW/cm^2. This leads us to Question #5 and the biggest Scam in the red light therapy industry!
More is not necessarily better!!!
https://gembared.com/blogs/musings/the-skinny-on-intensity-effective-intensity-versus-high-intensity?
Hart, Nathan S. Fitzgerald, Melinda. A New Perspective On Delivery of Red-Near-Infrared light therapy for disorders of the brain
September 19th, 2016 http://www.discoverymedicine.com/Nathan-S-Hart/2016/09/a-new-perspective-on-delivery-of-red-near-infrared-light-therapy-for-disorders-of-the-brain/
"Comprehend and Copy Nature"
Viktor Schauberger
According to one study (Hart 2016), the sun offers the red and near-infrared light of about 23.6 mW/cm^2 (depending on environmental factors). It might be best to emulate nature when possible. But more generally the ranges for Red and Near Infrared light from the sun (600-1100nm) are anywhere between 20-40 mW/cm^2 depending on season and geography
The article "Infrared and Skin: Friend or Foe" (Barolet 2016) confirms this conclusion saying "Photobiomodulation exposure to visible and IR-A light [near infrared] which emulates the conditions of natural sunlight in wavelength, intensity, and dosage can be beneficial to the skin."
While the Range of Biologically active Irradiances or Intensities for Red Light Therapy is between 5-50 mW/cm^2, good research and common sense confirms that the ideal range is what Nature gives us which is between 20-40 mW/cm^2.
Also, look for a bed that has a light intensity that is adjustable, allowing for personalized treatment plans that cater to individual client needs and preferences. Some brands do NOT offer this option so make sure to ask!
Several whole body light beds are listing Irradiance Values over 100 mW/cm^2, and one company lists even 160mW/cm^2! The highest True Irradiance values we have seen for a whole red light bed are close to 60 mW/cm^2 and that particular bed had 17 mW/cm^2 of the total coming from green which is much less proven. So effectively 40-45 mW/cm^2 are the highest readings you'll see on a bed, typically they range from 20-35 mW/cm^2. This leads us to Question #5 and the biggest Scam in the red light therapy industry!
More is not necessarily better!!!
https://gembared.com/blogs/musings/the-skinny-on-intensity-effective-intensity-versus-high-intensity?
Hart, Nathan S. Fitzgerald, Melinda. A New Perspective On Delivery of Red-Near-Infrared light therapy for disorders of the brain
September 19th, 2016 http://www.discoverymedicine.com/Nathan-S-Hart/2016/09/a-new-perspective-on-delivery-of-red-near-infrared-light-therapy-for-disorders-of-the-brain/
Question #5: Does the Company List a True Irradiance Reading for Their Bed or a Bogus One Using a Solar Powered or Cheap Meter?

The BIGGEST SCAM in the red light bed industry!
Solar power meters are not calibrated properly for red light therapy wavelengths and the sensitivity of the photodiode leads to dramatically higher readings than reality. Plus you need a meter for what is called a near field measurement, because you want to measure the an irradiance that is CLOSE to the source. If you are lying on a red light bed, your body is CLOSE to the source which are the LED arrays. If you are lying in the sun, the source is 93 million miles away! You see the problem here? Many or possibly most Red light companies are using solar powered meters or cheaper meters are not in ANY WAY calibrated for near field measurements!
Solar power meters are not calibrated properly for red light therapy wavelengths and the sensitivity of the photodiode leads to dramatically higher readings than reality. Plus you need a meter for what is called a near field measurement, because you want to measure the an irradiance that is CLOSE to the source. If you are lying on a red light bed, your body is CLOSE to the source which are the LED arrays. If you are lying in the sun, the source is 93 million miles away! You see the problem here? Many or possibly most Red light companies are using solar powered meters or cheaper meters are not in ANY WAY calibrated for near field measurements!

Solar meters are Solar meters are broad-spectrum devices for far field measurements designed to measure sunlight (a far field measurement), hence the name “Solar Power Meter.” Yet, despite this fact, many authors and even manufacturers as I just mentioned use these cheap devices to measure the narrow bandwidth light radiation from RLT. It is easy to tell if bogus values are reported as anything OVER 100 mW/cm^2 is virtually impossible with a whole body light bed. So if a company is reporting Irradiance for a full body light bed over 80mW/cm^2 and especially 100mW/cm^2 they are LYING!
Also worth noting is how many photobiomodulation studies use Solar Power Meters or cheap meters of ANY KIND!? ZERO! No self-respecting scientist or "expert" would use one of them. It is a quick litmus test to tell who the fake "experts" are out there and the deceptive companies. Many brands will give you a laundry-list of clever excuses why they use Solar Power Meters.
Also worth noting is how many photobiomodulation studies use Solar Power Meters or cheap meters of ANY KIND!? ZERO! No self-respecting scientist or "expert" would use one of them. It is a quick litmus test to tell who the fake "experts" are out there and the deceptive companies. Many brands will give you a laundry-list of clever excuses why they use Solar Power Meters.

Example of FALSE IRRADIANCE: This company shown here is THE WORST offender of sharing deceptive and misleading information online. They actually list their top unit at 160 mW/cm^2!! In reality testing similar beds it is less than 40 mW/cm^2 which is an an error of 400% or more! This kind of deception is INEXCUSABLE!
Readings like this are absolutely BOGUS readings taken with a solar powered meter or an uncalibrated meter of some sort that is not meant for measuring LED irradiance. And THIS particular company is sadly one of the 'leaders' in the industry based on sales, and they base a BIG PART of their marketing around having the strongest irradiance and therefore needing shorter session times, which places like spa find attractive because you can treat more people in day. But this is all based on a LIE!
Readings like this are absolutely BOGUS readings taken with a solar powered meter or an uncalibrated meter of some sort that is not meant for measuring LED irradiance. And THIS particular company is sadly one of the 'leaders' in the industry based on sales, and they base a BIG PART of their marketing around having the strongest irradiance and therefore needing shorter session times, which places like spa find attractive because you can treat more people in day. But this is all based on a LIE!

Example 2:
This other leading red light bed company (in sales anyway) lists 100mW/cm^2. The dead giveaway this is absolutely a FALSE reading is they boast that you can use a STANDARD OUTLET! Most higher powered devices require an electrician to come to your house to install a 20 or 25 amp breaker because you need MORE POWER to have a more powerful LED BED!
They "claim" they are energy efficient, but no amount of efficiency will be able to use a standard power outlet to create 100mW/cm^2 ... IMPOSSIBLE! Plus as we mentioned even the strongest beds are not over 60mW/cm^2. Very likely this bed is around 25-30 mW/cm^2 at BEST or probably lower if they are using a standard residential wall outlet! So that would be over a 300% error in their Irradiance listing (and possibly up to 400%). And they too base a big part of their marketing around having the strongest irradiance of any bed in the industry. But this is also a LIE!
This other leading red light bed company (in sales anyway) lists 100mW/cm^2. The dead giveaway this is absolutely a FALSE reading is they boast that you can use a STANDARD OUTLET! Most higher powered devices require an electrician to come to your house to install a 20 or 25 amp breaker because you need MORE POWER to have a more powerful LED BED!
They "claim" they are energy efficient, but no amount of efficiency will be able to use a standard power outlet to create 100mW/cm^2 ... IMPOSSIBLE! Plus as we mentioned even the strongest beds are not over 60mW/cm^2. Very likely this bed is around 25-30 mW/cm^2 at BEST or probably lower if they are using a standard residential wall outlet! So that would be over a 300% error in their Irradiance listing (and possibly up to 400%). And they too base a big part of their marketing around having the strongest irradiance of any bed in the industry. But this is also a LIE!
What started out as ignorance, is now a scam and cover-up. So, if you even suspect any lies from a brand that claims >100mW/cm^2, ask them... No DEMAND from them irradiance measurements from ONLY one of these two test methods:

Method 1) Use a Lab Grade Spectroradiometer (sometimes called a Spectral Irradiance Meter). A spectroradiometer is a light measurement tool that is able to measure both the wavelength and amplitude of the light emitted from a light source. LEDs used in red light therapy are near field light sources that have a narrow bandwidth (almost always within 6 inches even for panels).
An example of a spectroradiometer that meets all these criteria is the Spectis 5.0 which is a lab grade optical spectrometer, which has incredible reliability and accuracy. The Spectis 5.0 is calibrated with the use of reference standards which are traceable to National laboratories and confirmed by the globally recognized factory calibration. They guarantee their calibration and accuracy! But it is around $20,000 and requires some diligence to be properly trained on using it. I mention the Spectis 5.0, because this particular spectroradiometer is used by the only two companies (Novothor and Spectra Red Light) using a properly calibrated device! No other red light bed manufacturer shows True Irradiance Readings with a Lab Grade and properly certified and calibrated. And Spectra Red light can send you an actual report PROVING True Irradiance on YOUR exact unit you purchased (likely Novothor can do this too). This is one of ONLY two ways to guarantee you are getting the irradiance that is promised!
An example of a spectroradiometer that meets all these criteria is the Spectis 5.0 which is a lab grade optical spectrometer, which has incredible reliability and accuracy. The Spectis 5.0 is calibrated with the use of reference standards which are traceable to National laboratories and confirmed by the globally recognized factory calibration. They guarantee their calibration and accuracy! But it is around $20,000 and requires some diligence to be properly trained on using it. I mention the Spectis 5.0, because this particular spectroradiometer is used by the only two companies (Novothor and Spectra Red Light) using a properly calibrated device! No other red light bed manufacturer shows True Irradiance Readings with a Lab Grade and properly certified and calibrated. And Spectra Red light can send you an actual report PROVING True Irradiance on YOUR exact unit you purchased (likely Novothor can do this too). This is one of ONLY two ways to guarantee you are getting the irradiance that is promised!

Method 2) Use an Accredited Third Party Lab Like LightLab
The best thing is to get a 3rd party lab test like from Light Lab International to test your Bed. This type of Lab result is THE most definitive because it is done ACCURATELY and UNBIASED by a THIRD PARTY. The only downside here is the company will only test a one or a couple units on hand, not every single one that is shipped.
So the benefit of doing BOTH is that you have an unbiased reading from a third party AND with a calibrated device like a Spectis 5.0 you also have the ability to accurately test each unit and provide a report to the customer. So EACH bed can be certified to have the irradiance claimed!
The only companies I could confirm had independent or accurate testing was Novothor, Joov, Mitored, and Spectra Red Light. Spectra Red Light is setting the standards by DOING BOTH and offering detailed reports on EACH Individual Bed before it is shipped!
Conclusion: The ONLY two ways to get accurate Irradiance readings is getting near field measurements from a certified calibrated spectroradiometer or a certified optical testing lab like Light Lab!
The best thing is to get a 3rd party lab test like from Light Lab International to test your Bed. This type of Lab result is THE most definitive because it is done ACCURATELY and UNBIASED by a THIRD PARTY. The only downside here is the company will only test a one or a couple units on hand, not every single one that is shipped.
So the benefit of doing BOTH is that you have an unbiased reading from a third party AND with a calibrated device like a Spectis 5.0 you also have the ability to accurately test each unit and provide a report to the customer. So EACH bed can be certified to have the irradiance claimed!
The only companies I could confirm had independent or accurate testing was Novothor, Joov, Mitored, and Spectra Red Light. Spectra Red Light is setting the standards by DOING BOTH and offering detailed reports on EACH Individual Bed before it is shipped!
Conclusion: The ONLY two ways to get accurate Irradiance readings is getting near field measurements from a certified calibrated spectroradiometer or a certified optical testing lab like Light Lab!

Question #6: What is the Recommended Session Time for a Therapeutic Dose? [Time is Valuable!].
The next question to ask is what is the recommended session time for a therapeutic dose? Dose is basically the Irradiance (or intensity) multiplied by the time of the session. With red light therapy the Intensity is how much light is delivered per unit area per second (mW/cm^2). The dose is how much TOTAL light is delivered per unit area during the entire treatment time. If you do a 10 minute session that will be twice the dose as a 5 minute session. Michael Hamblin who is the leading expert in Red Light Therapy has said doses as low as 5 Joules/cm^2 can be effective but recommends staying UNDER 50-100 Joules/cm^2. So that means you want your dose to be between 5-50 Joules/cm^2 ideally (Calabrese 2001).
The next question to ask is what is the recommended session time for a therapeutic dose? Dose is basically the Irradiance (or intensity) multiplied by the time of the session. With red light therapy the Intensity is how much light is delivered per unit area per second (mW/cm^2). The dose is how much TOTAL light is delivered per unit area during the entire treatment time. If you do a 10 minute session that will be twice the dose as a 5 minute session. Michael Hamblin who is the leading expert in Red Light Therapy has said doses as low as 5 Joules/cm^2 can be effective but recommends staying UNDER 50-100 Joules/cm^2. So that means you want your dose to be between 5-50 Joules/cm^2 ideally (Calabrese 2001).

The Ideal Dose
Scanning the research literature, there are around ten red light therapy studies that use a full body bed. To get a more accurate dosage to go by, if you take the average dosage of these studies it is around 24 Joules/cm^2, which is likely a good benchmark to go by as it is based on ACTUAL studies done with whole body light beds (not just lasers or small devices).
Here is the simple formula for red light therapy dosing. Dose (J/cm^2) = Intensity (mW/cm^2) ÷ 1000 * Time (Seconds).
The Ten Full Body Red Light Therapy Studies
[1] Wunsch A, Matuschka K. A controlled trial to determine the efficacy of red and near-infrared light treatment in patient satisfaction, reduction of fine lines, wrinkles, skin roughness, and intradermal collagen density increase. Photomed Laser Surg. 2014;32(2):93-100.
[2] Zhao J, Tian Y, Nie J, Xu J, Liu D. Red light and the sleep quality and endurance performance of Chinese female basketball players. J Athl Train. 2012;47(6):673-678.
[3] Z. Marcinkevics, Dz. Briljonoks, H. Kronberga, and J. Spigulis "LED-bed therapy of cardiovascular disorders: a volunteer study", Proc. SPIE 11221, Mechanisms of Photobiomodulation Therapy XV, 112210R (11 March 2020);
[4] James Carroll Interview within the: "BRAIN + TRANSCRANIAL PHOTOBIOMODULATION THERAPY VIRTUAL SUMMIT"
https://brain-tpbmt.app.virtualsummits.com/
[5] Zagatto AM, Dutra YM, Lira FS, Antunes BM, Faustini JB, Malta ES, Lopes VHF, de Poli RAB, Brisola GMP, Dos Santos GV, Rodrigues FM, Ferraresi C. Full Body Photobiomodulation Therapy to Induce Faster Muscle Recovery in Water Polo Athletes: Preliminary Results. Photobiomodul Photomed Laser Surg. 2020 Dec;38(12):766-772.
[6] Ghigiarelli JJ, Fulop AM, Burke AA, Ferrara AJ, Sell KM, Gonzalez AM, Pelton LM, Zimmerman JA, Coke SG, Marshall DG. The Effects of Whole-Body Photobiomodulation Light-Bed Therapy on Creatine Kinase and Salivary Interleukin-6 in a Sample of Trained Males: A Randomized, Crossover Study. Front Sports Act Living. 2020 Apr 29;2:48.
[7] *Completed Trial Citation:
Navarro-Ledesma S, Carroll J, González-Muñoz A, Pruimboom L, Burton P. Changes in Circadian Variations in Blood Pressure, Pain Pressure Threshold and the Elasticity of Tissue after a Whole-Body Photobiomodulation Treatment in Patients with Fibromyalgia: A Tripled-Blinded Randomized Clinical Trial. Biomedicines. 2022 Oct 23;10(11):2678.
Navarro-Ledesma S, Gonzalez-Muñoz A, Carroll J, Burton P. Short- and long-term effects of whole-body photobiomodulation on pain, functionality, tissue quality, central sensitisation and psychological factors in a population suffering from fibromyalgia: protocol for a triple-blinded randomised clinical trial. Therapeutic Advances in Chronic Disease. January 2022.
Navarro-Ledesma S, Carroll J, Burton P, Ana GM. Short-Term Effects of Whole-Body Photobiomodulation on Pain, Quality of Life and Psychological Factors in a Population Suffering from Fibromyalgia: A Triple-Blinded Randomised Clinical Trial. Pain Ther. 2023 Feb;12(1):225-239
[8] Fitzmaurice B, Heneghan NR, Rayen A, Soundy A. Whole-body photobiomodulation therapy for chronic pain: a protocol for a feasibility trial. BMJ Open. 2022 Jun 29;12(6):e060058.
[9] Wunsch A, Matuschka K. A controlled trial to determine the efficacy of red and near-infrared light treatment in patient satisfaction, reduction of fine lines, wrinkles, skin roughness, and intradermal collagen density increase. Photomed Laser Surg. 2014 Feb;32(2):93-100.
[10] Rentz LE, Bryner RW, Ramadan J, Rezai A, Galster SM. Full-Body Photobiomodulation Therapy Is Associated with Reduced Sleep Durations and Augmented Cardiorespiratory Indicators of Recovery. Sports (Basel). 2022 Jul 31;10(8):119.
Scanning the research literature, there are around ten red light therapy studies that use a full body bed. To get a more accurate dosage to go by, if you take the average dosage of these studies it is around 24 Joules/cm^2, which is likely a good benchmark to go by as it is based on ACTUAL studies done with whole body light beds (not just lasers or small devices).
Here is the simple formula for red light therapy dosing. Dose (J/cm^2) = Intensity (mW/cm^2) ÷ 1000 * Time (Seconds).
The Ten Full Body Red Light Therapy Studies
[1] Wunsch A, Matuschka K. A controlled trial to determine the efficacy of red and near-infrared light treatment in patient satisfaction, reduction of fine lines, wrinkles, skin roughness, and intradermal collagen density increase. Photomed Laser Surg. 2014;32(2):93-100.
[2] Zhao J, Tian Y, Nie J, Xu J, Liu D. Red light and the sleep quality and endurance performance of Chinese female basketball players. J Athl Train. 2012;47(6):673-678.
[3] Z. Marcinkevics, Dz. Briljonoks, H. Kronberga, and J. Spigulis "LED-bed therapy of cardiovascular disorders: a volunteer study", Proc. SPIE 11221, Mechanisms of Photobiomodulation Therapy XV, 112210R (11 March 2020);
[4] James Carroll Interview within the: "BRAIN + TRANSCRANIAL PHOTOBIOMODULATION THERAPY VIRTUAL SUMMIT"
https://brain-tpbmt.app.virtualsummits.com/
[5] Zagatto AM, Dutra YM, Lira FS, Antunes BM, Faustini JB, Malta ES, Lopes VHF, de Poli RAB, Brisola GMP, Dos Santos GV, Rodrigues FM, Ferraresi C. Full Body Photobiomodulation Therapy to Induce Faster Muscle Recovery in Water Polo Athletes: Preliminary Results. Photobiomodul Photomed Laser Surg. 2020 Dec;38(12):766-772.
[6] Ghigiarelli JJ, Fulop AM, Burke AA, Ferrara AJ, Sell KM, Gonzalez AM, Pelton LM, Zimmerman JA, Coke SG, Marshall DG. The Effects of Whole-Body Photobiomodulation Light-Bed Therapy on Creatine Kinase and Salivary Interleukin-6 in a Sample of Trained Males: A Randomized, Crossover Study. Front Sports Act Living. 2020 Apr 29;2:48.
[7] *Completed Trial Citation:
Navarro-Ledesma S, Carroll J, González-Muñoz A, Pruimboom L, Burton P. Changes in Circadian Variations in Blood Pressure, Pain Pressure Threshold and the Elasticity of Tissue after a Whole-Body Photobiomodulation Treatment in Patients with Fibromyalgia: A Tripled-Blinded Randomized Clinical Trial. Biomedicines. 2022 Oct 23;10(11):2678.
Navarro-Ledesma S, Gonzalez-Muñoz A, Carroll J, Burton P. Short- and long-term effects of whole-body photobiomodulation on pain, functionality, tissue quality, central sensitisation and psychological factors in a population suffering from fibromyalgia: protocol for a triple-blinded randomised clinical trial. Therapeutic Advances in Chronic Disease. January 2022.
Navarro-Ledesma S, Carroll J, Burton P, Ana GM. Short-Term Effects of Whole-Body Photobiomodulation on Pain, Quality of Life and Psychological Factors in a Population Suffering from Fibromyalgia: A Triple-Blinded Randomised Clinical Trial. Pain Ther. 2023 Feb;12(1):225-239
[8] Fitzmaurice B, Heneghan NR, Rayen A, Soundy A. Whole-body photobiomodulation therapy for chronic pain: a protocol for a feasibility trial. BMJ Open. 2022 Jun 29;12(6):e060058.
[9] Wunsch A, Matuschka K. A controlled trial to determine the efficacy of red and near-infrared light treatment in patient satisfaction, reduction of fine lines, wrinkles, skin roughness, and intradermal collagen density increase. Photomed Laser Surg. 2014 Feb;32(2):93-100.
[10] Rentz LE, Bryner RW, Ramadan J, Rezai A, Galster SM. Full-Body Photobiomodulation Therapy Is Associated with Reduced Sleep Durations and Augmented Cardiorespiratory Indicators of Recovery. Sports (Basel). 2022 Jul 31;10(8):119.

A couple examples to better understand dosage:
Using a Spectra 5 and 6 readings as an example, we calculated (using a lab grade spectrometer) the average irradiance to be 24mW/cm^2 for the Spectra 5, and 30 mW/cm^2 for the Spectra 6. To get a dosage in alignment with research literature, we can simply plug the dose and intensity into the equation above. Doing so gives us a Session time of 16-17 minutes for the Spectra 5, and a 13-14 minute session time with the Spectra 6. Let's now compare to a weaker powered Red light bed like the Lightstim that we measured to have an average irradiance of around 12-13 mW/cm^2. Let's use 13 to give them the benefit of the doubt. The session time needed on the Lightstim to get the SAME DOSE would be 30 minutes if it had a top and bottom. But it is only a bottom! So even using their small panel on top, likely you would need at least 40-50 minutes to get the right dose. Even they recommend 40 minutes, or 20 minutes on each side! But who wants to spend that much time? YAWN! Not only that but the lower irradiance is not going to penetrate as deeply.
Power matters! Time matters! This is why a properly powered Red Light bed gives you more benefit in LESS time! And why you want BOTH a top and bottom.
Using a Spectra 5 and 6 readings as an example, we calculated (using a lab grade spectrometer) the average irradiance to be 24mW/cm^2 for the Spectra 5, and 30 mW/cm^2 for the Spectra 6. To get a dosage in alignment with research literature, we can simply plug the dose and intensity into the equation above. Doing so gives us a Session time of 16-17 minutes for the Spectra 5, and a 13-14 minute session time with the Spectra 6. Let's now compare to a weaker powered Red light bed like the Lightstim that we measured to have an average irradiance of around 12-13 mW/cm^2. Let's use 13 to give them the benefit of the doubt. The session time needed on the Lightstim to get the SAME DOSE would be 30 minutes if it had a top and bottom. But it is only a bottom! So even using their small panel on top, likely you would need at least 40-50 minutes to get the right dose. Even they recommend 40 minutes, or 20 minutes on each side! But who wants to spend that much time? YAWN! Not only that but the lower irradiance is not going to penetrate as deeply.
Power matters! Time matters! This is why a properly powered Red Light bed gives you more benefit in LESS time! And why you want BOTH a top and bottom.
False Dosage and False Session Times (The Second Biggest Scam in the Red Light Industry).
False Irradiance leads to False Dosage leads to FALSE Therapy Times! The second part to this widespread scam of reporting wildly inaccurate irradiance readings, is that companies that do so boast you can get the same dosage in much less time. Several companies selling red light beds use false irradiance values as a marketing gimmick to claim you need much less time to get the ideal dosage. Which is great, who wouldn't want to get the same benefits in half the time?
Here is shown one of the worst offenders. Part of their sales pitch is you only need ten minutes to get a dose of 48 J/cm^2. If this were true it would be wonderful if you had a clinic or wellness center (or simply a business schedule), because you would not need as much time. However, because there irradiance readings are 400% off, which means their DOSAGE NUMBERS are also 400% off! But because you ideally want closer to 24 Joules/cm^2, not 48 Joules/cm^2 that they report, this would require a session time of about 20 minutes which is still good, but nothing close to their "claimed" dosage and session time!
False Irradiance leads to False Dosage leads to FALSE Therapy Times! The second part to this widespread scam of reporting wildly inaccurate irradiance readings, is that companies that do so boast you can get the same dosage in much less time. Several companies selling red light beds use false irradiance values as a marketing gimmick to claim you need much less time to get the ideal dosage. Which is great, who wouldn't want to get the same benefits in half the time?
Here is shown one of the worst offenders. Part of their sales pitch is you only need ten minutes to get a dose of 48 J/cm^2. If this were true it would be wonderful if you had a clinic or wellness center (or simply a business schedule), because you would not need as much time. However, because there irradiance readings are 400% off, which means their DOSAGE NUMBERS are also 400% off! But because you ideally want closer to 24 Joules/cm^2, not 48 Joules/cm^2 that they report, this would require a session time of about 20 minutes which is still good, but nothing close to their "claimed" dosage and session time!
Question #7: Does the Bed Have a Pulsing Option?
A few leading brands do NOT so make sure to ask
A few leading brands do NOT so make sure to ask

Pulse Low 1-200 better than CW (Continuous Wave)
The next question to ask is does the full body bed have a pulsing function? The big answer is why not, as not only does research show it can be more effective than continuous wave (CW), whole light beds that have a pulsing option allow you to do continuous wave too. So you may as well get the best of both worlds. There are at least 3 reasons why pulsing is more effective the continuous wave.
The first research proven benefit of pulsing relates to what are called quench periods. Simply this is the time the LEDs are off and it gives the body a brief "rest" which helps to prevent overheating or overdosing of tissue (if higher intensity is used). Whereas CW causes an increase in temperature of the intervening and target tissues or organ, pulsed light has been shown to cause less heat of the irradiated area for the same delivered energy density. So you can increase the peak power for deeper penetration while keeping the average power the same!
The next question to ask is does the full body bed have a pulsing function? The big answer is why not, as not only does research show it can be more effective than continuous wave (CW), whole light beds that have a pulsing option allow you to do continuous wave too. So you may as well get the best of both worlds. There are at least 3 reasons why pulsing is more effective the continuous wave.
The first research proven benefit of pulsing relates to what are called quench periods. Simply this is the time the LEDs are off and it gives the body a brief "rest" which helps to prevent overheating or overdosing of tissue (if higher intensity is used). Whereas CW causes an increase in temperature of the intervening and target tissues or organ, pulsed light has been shown to cause less heat of the irradiated area for the same delivered energy density. So you can increase the peak power for deeper penetration while keeping the average power the same!

The second benefit of pulsing is possible brain entrainment which expert Michael Hamblin has proposed in many papers and talks as a possible reason pulsing works better than continuous wave. Pulsing the red light therapy device at known brain rhythms makes perfect sense. One common frequency of pulsing used is 10Hz which is right in the sweet spot of the brains natural alpha rhythm which is great for relaxation and creativity (and healing!). When you are more relaxed, you heal better. So the possibility of resonance occurring between the frequency of the light pulses and the frequency of the brain waves may explain some of the results of using pulsed light with a red light led bed.
The Hamblin Laboratory published a study that compared the same dose of 810 nm PBM (36 J/cm2 at 50 mW/cm2) delivered either by CW, pulsed at 10 Hz, or pulsed at 100 Hz in a mouse TBI model (Hamblin 2018). A single PBM dose was delivered 4 hours post-TBI; and the beneficial effect on cognitive function was statistically better with 10 Hz than it was with either CW and 100 Hz, which were both equally effective, but in turn were statistically better than TBI controls.
This study shows that pulsed light at 10 Hz was most effective but you do not want to go too high. It seems anything over 100 Hz, according to Michael Hamblin is counterproductive and worse than continuous wave even. This makes sense as our brain rhythms are within 1-100Hz.
The final benefit of pulsed light proposed is the possibility that one mechanism of action of PBM on a cellular level is the photodissociation of nitric oxide from a protein binding site (heme or copper center) such as those found in cyctochrome c oxidase (Lane, 2006). If this process occurs it is likely that the NO would rebind to the same site even in the presence of continuous light. Therefore, if the light was pulsed multiple photodissociation events could occur, while in CW mode the number of dissociations may be much smaller.
So there you have it, three compelling reasons to look for a whole body light bed with a pulsing option!
The Hamblin Laboratory published a study that compared the same dose of 810 nm PBM (36 J/cm2 at 50 mW/cm2) delivered either by CW, pulsed at 10 Hz, or pulsed at 100 Hz in a mouse TBI model (Hamblin 2018). A single PBM dose was delivered 4 hours post-TBI; and the beneficial effect on cognitive function was statistically better with 10 Hz than it was with either CW and 100 Hz, which were both equally effective, but in turn were statistically better than TBI controls.
This study shows that pulsed light at 10 Hz was most effective but you do not want to go too high. It seems anything over 100 Hz, according to Michael Hamblin is counterproductive and worse than continuous wave even. This makes sense as our brain rhythms are within 1-100Hz.
The final benefit of pulsed light proposed is the possibility that one mechanism of action of PBM on a cellular level is the photodissociation of nitric oxide from a protein binding site (heme or copper center) such as those found in cyctochrome c oxidase (Lane, 2006). If this process occurs it is likely that the NO would rebind to the same site even in the presence of continuous light. Therefore, if the light was pulsed multiple photodissociation events could occur, while in CW mode the number of dissociations may be much smaller.
So there you have it, three compelling reasons to look for a whole body light bed with a pulsing option!
Question #8: Does the Bed Test Low for EMF emissions and does it have passive and/or active electrosmog protection.

Another important question to ask is does the red light bed have EMF emissions and can the company provide evidence. All electronic devices emit EMFs (electromagnetic fields) and the health effects of EMFs are still debated. By the strictest safety standards from Europe, you don’t want to regularly be exposed to more than 3mG (milligauss). Just for comparable reference, please note that your cell phone emits much more than this every few seconds , and if it’s in use, emits far more than 3mG (upwards of 50mG and even close to 100mG). A household blender emits upwards of 100mG.

Electromagnetic fields are commonly found around:
- high voltage power lines
- neighborhood transmission lines
- the operation of common electrical appliances, including microwave ovens ovens, electric ranges, aquariums, table fans, electric space heaters computer monitors, electric clocks, clock radios, heated waterbeds electric blankets, hair dryers, cellular phones and yes that include red light therapy panels and beds.
EMFs and Red Light Therapy Beds - 3 Factors
1) Intensity mG (Ideally stay in the .5-2.5 mG range
2) Distance Away - Fields drop off quickly with distance - You are laying on the surface with a lid above so mainly get field where YOU WOULD BE LAYING.
3) Exposure Time - How long are you exposed. Most Red Light Beds only require 12-20 minutes, so the dosage is relativity small compared to something you have near ou all the time.
There are two main ways to mitigate EMFs, one is passively by making the design such that the source of the EMFs is as far from the user as possible along with shield the power sources electromagnetic (Faraday cage) as possible. And the other is active EMF mitigation using various technologies that lower EMFs.
So because a red light therapy session is on average 15-20 minutes, there is not a whole lot to worry about, but it is still important to know and ideally to invest in a red light bed that has provably low EMF emissions! Don't just take their word for it, ask for proof!
1) Intensity mG (Ideally stay in the .5-2.5 mG range
2) Distance Away - Fields drop off quickly with distance - You are laying on the surface with a lid above so mainly get field where YOU WOULD BE LAYING.
3) Exposure Time - How long are you exposed. Most Red Light Beds only require 12-20 minutes, so the dosage is relativity small compared to something you have near ou all the time.
There are two main ways to mitigate EMFs, one is passively by making the design such that the source of the EMFs is as far from the user as possible along with shield the power sources electromagnetic (Faraday cage) as possible. And the other is active EMF mitigation using various technologies that lower EMFs.
So because a red light therapy session is on average 15-20 minutes, there is not a whole lot to worry about, but it is still important to know and ideally to invest in a red light bed that has provably low EMF emissions! Don't just take their word for it, ask for proof!
Degrades EZ Water and partially offsets benefits of RLT
Note: Pollack has also found that Wifi routers shrink the exclusion zone water present by 10-15% (similarly, this study shows that EMFs affect liquid crystalline water). I have also seen a lot of videos of live blood cell analyses demonstrating that EMFs cause blood cells to clump together (in other words disrupting the zeta potential), but I have not yet found a more extensive study that showed this. Within the integrative medicine field, it is commonly observed that patients with complex illnesses that I link to a reduced zeta potential (e.g., chronic migraines, Lyme disease or mold toxicity) also are susceptible to EMFs and require EMF-free regions (which are difficult to find) to recover.
Rad I, Stahlberg R, Kung K, Pollack GH. Low frequency weak electric fields can induce structural changes in water. PLoS One. 2021 Dec 2;16(12):e0260967)
Electrosmog Interferes with the Electron Transport Chain - mainly porphyrin based CCO to slow down metabolism.
Metabolic Disorders
Heart Disease (fats) - Diabetes (sugars) - Cancer (oxygen)
PAGE 189 -EMF HEME vibration interference
Red light beds and panels that have electrosmog interfere with the very process that red light therapy is supposed to aid, which is ATP production by STIMULATING the flow of electrons - not slowing them down with EMFS!!
Note: Pollack has also found that Wifi routers shrink the exclusion zone water present by 10-15% (similarly, this study shows that EMFs affect liquid crystalline water). I have also seen a lot of videos of live blood cell analyses demonstrating that EMFs cause blood cells to clump together (in other words disrupting the zeta potential), but I have not yet found a more extensive study that showed this. Within the integrative medicine field, it is commonly observed that patients with complex illnesses that I link to a reduced zeta potential (e.g., chronic migraines, Lyme disease or mold toxicity) also are susceptible to EMFs and require EMF-free regions (which are difficult to find) to recover.
Rad I, Stahlberg R, Kung K, Pollack GH. Low frequency weak electric fields can induce structural changes in water. PLoS One. 2021 Dec 2;16(12):e0260967)
Electrosmog Interferes with the Electron Transport Chain - mainly porphyrin based CCO to slow down metabolism.
Metabolic Disorders
Heart Disease (fats) - Diabetes (sugars) - Cancer (oxygen)
PAGE 189 -EMF HEME vibration interference
Red light beds and panels that have electrosmog interfere with the very process that red light therapy is supposed to aid, which is ATP production by STIMULATING the flow of electrons - not slowing them down with EMFS!!
Question #9: What is the Cost and Is the Bed a Good Value?
(Not the Cheapest but the Best Value/Dollar)
(Not the Cheapest but the Best Value/Dollar)

Of course price is a very important question to ask, and WHY is the price what it is? Investigating the entire red light bed niche, there are a lot of OVERPRICED BEDS that are way more expensive than they should be. It is our opinion that you DO NOT need to spend over $60,000 for ANY whole body light bed for ANY reason! But buyer beware of cheaper beds on Alibaba or ebay that will not have a warranty, quality, support, etc. that a reputable company will have!
When evaluating the price of a red light bed, consider the following:
When evaluating the price of a red light bed, consider the following:
- Value for money: Assess the bed's features, performance, and quality relative to its price, ensuring that you receive the best value for your investment.
- Long-term costs: Consider the potential long-term costs associated with the bed, such as maintenance, replacement parts, and electricity consumption.
- Financing options: Some manufacturers may offer financing options, allowing you to spread the cost of your investment over time and improve cash flow (if for a business).
- Return on investment [For Businesses]: Calculate the potential revenue generation and return on investment based on factors such as treatment fees, client turnover, and bed usage. This will help you determine whether the bed's price is justified relative to its potential financial benefits.

Question #10: How Long is the Warranty and How Much Does it Cover (VERY IMPORTANT)?
One of the most important questions you can ask is about warranty. A comprehensive warranty and responsive customer support are essential for addressing any potential issues or concerns, and providing peace of mind in case anything happens.
What is the warranty of the bed including all the fine print? Look for at least a 5 year warranty that provides FULL coverage for any possible manufacturing defect that could happen. We have seen some very limited warranties like only 2 years AND we have seen companies claim 5 year warranties but the warranty excluded a lot of items. One company even offered a 5 year warranty on the frame of the unit, which is literally the LAST thing you need to worry about. Also some companies brag about how they are assembled and inspected in the U.S. and how they put their beds through many checks to make sure it is working and then turn around and offer a measly two year warranty. The warranty is a GOOD MEASURE of the quality, because it means the company STANDS BEHIND their product!
A couple further considerations:
We cannot emphasize this enough to make sure you are crystal clear on the warranty and what exactly it covers and does not cover! Again try to find a bed that offers at least 5 years "bumper to bumper"!
One of the most important questions you can ask is about warranty. A comprehensive warranty and responsive customer support are essential for addressing any potential issues or concerns, and providing peace of mind in case anything happens.
What is the warranty of the bed including all the fine print? Look for at least a 5 year warranty that provides FULL coverage for any possible manufacturing defect that could happen. We have seen some very limited warranties like only 2 years AND we have seen companies claim 5 year warranties but the warranty excluded a lot of items. One company even offered a 5 year warranty on the frame of the unit, which is literally the LAST thing you need to worry about. Also some companies brag about how they are assembled and inspected in the U.S. and how they put their beds through many checks to make sure it is working and then turn around and offer a measly two year warranty. The warranty is a GOOD MEASURE of the quality, because it means the company STANDS BEHIND their product!
A couple further considerations:
- Replacement policy: The warranty should provide a clear and fair replacement policy for defective components, ensuring minimal disruption to your business operations.
- Maintenance services: Some manufacturers may offer maintenance services as part of their warranty, providing additional value and support for your investment. Does the company have a good reputation for customer service and their track record in honoring warranties. Look for estimated response times in addressing issues, as this will be critical for minimizing lost revenue and ensuring a smooth resolution to any problems that may arise.
We cannot emphasize this enough to make sure you are crystal clear on the warranty and what exactly it covers and does not cover! Again try to find a bed that offers at least 5 years "bumper to bumper"!

Question #11: Is the Bed Assembled with High Quality Standards?
The quality of a red light bed's assembly is crucial for ensuring its durability, reliability, and long-term performance. High-quality components and construction can minimize the risk of device failure, reduce maintenance costs, and improve client satisfaction. Also, is the product designed and assembled in the U.S. or is it assembled by a Third Party Overseas. If so, does it meet U.S. quality and safety standards? Is it a private label or is it assembled by the manufacturer selling it?
When evaluating red light beds, consider the following aspects related to quality assembly:
The quality of a red light bed's assembly is crucial for ensuring its durability, reliability, and long-term performance. High-quality components and construction can minimize the risk of device failure, reduce maintenance costs, and improve client satisfaction. Also, is the product designed and assembled in the U.S. or is it assembled by a Third Party Overseas. If so, does it meet U.S. quality and safety standards? Is it a private label or is it assembled by the manufacturer selling it?
When evaluating red light beds, consider the following aspects related to quality assembly:
- Materials: The bed's frame and enclosure should be made of high-quality, durable materials, such as stainless steel, aluminum or metal to withstand heavy use and ensure long-lasting performance.
- Electrical components: The electrical components, including the LED lights, power supply, and control systems, should be sourced from reputable manufacturers and built to withstand the demands of commercial use.
- Assembly process: The bed should be assembled using precise manufacturing processes and quality control measures to ensure consistent performance and minimize the risk of defects or malfunctions.
- Regulatory compliance: The red light bed should comply with relevant industry standards and regulations, ensuring that it meets safety and performance requirements.
- Testing and certification: The bed should undergo rigorous testing during assembly and prior to shipping. Respectable Red Light Bed manufacturers perform irradiance and wavelength testing using lab grade calibrated and certified spectrometers. A 24 hour run test is also critical, as it confirms all device features and components are functioning correctly prior to delivery. During this 24 hour test, thermal imaging scans are also conducted to confirm correct operating temperatures of the bed and electronics.
- A Commissioning report should be issued for each bed manufactured prior to use.

Question #12: Does the Company have FDA registration and is the Product FDA Cleared?
Is the company and assembly manufacturer FDA registered or registered with the FDA and is the product FDA Cleared. Demand to see an active FDA Status and make sure to check the FDA database to verify as some companies are not registered and some products are not cleared!
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfRL/rl.cfm
This along with other safety and quality certificates is important because it shows the company complies with relevant regulatory standards and holds certifications from reputable organizations, ensuring the device's safety and efficacy.
Is the company and assembly manufacturer FDA registered or registered with the FDA and is the product FDA Cleared. Demand to see an active FDA Status and make sure to check the FDA database to verify as some companies are not registered and some products are not cleared!
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfRL/rl.cfm
This along with other safety and quality certificates is important because it shows the company complies with relevant regulatory standards and holds certifications from reputable organizations, ensuring the device's safety and efficacy.

Question #13: Does the Company Offer High End Customer Service, Training and Support?
Red light therapy beds are big investments so it is important that the company offers excellent customer service in the whole process from ordering to shipping to delivery to training and finally to handling any potential problems. Also, make sure the staff is knowledgeable with red light therapy research and dosage recommendations!
Red light therapy beds are big investments so it is important that the company offers excellent customer service in the whole process from ordering to shipping to delivery to training and finally to handling any potential problems. Also, make sure the staff is knowledgeable with red light therapy research and dosage recommendations!

Question #14 [For Businesses]: Is the Product Designed Well?
The design of a red light bed plays a significant role in its usability, functionality, and overall client experience. A well-designed red light bed will not only be visually appealing, but also user-friendly and comfortable for clients.
Consider the following design aspects when evaluating red light beds:
The design of a red light bed plays a significant role in its usability, functionality, and overall client experience. A well-designed red light bed will not only be visually appealing, but also user-friendly and comfortable for clients.
Consider the following design aspects when evaluating red light beds:
- Accessibility: The bed should be easy to access and exit for clients with limited mobility, including those using wheelchairs or walking aids.
- Hygiene: The materials used in the bed's construction should be easy to clean and maintain, ensuring a hygienic treatment environment for your clients.
- Ventilation: A well-ventilated bed design will help prevent overheating during treatment sessions, enhancing client comfort and safety.
- Aesthetics: A visually appealing red light bed can create a positive impression on clients and contribute to a professional, modern treatment environment.
Question #15 [For Businesses] - Does the Company Offer Support for Making a Red Light Therapy Bed Profitable in Your Clinic, Wellness Center or Spa?

Optimizing Success In Offering Red Light Therapy
Red light therapy (RLT) is a popular and growing trend in the health and wellness industry, offering a range of potential benefits to clients. As a business owner, successfully generating revenue with red light beds requires careful consideration of several factors, including user experience, session pricing, ease of access, and bed acquisition strategies. In this chapter, we will explore these critical considerations to help you maximize client satisfaction and long-term revenue generation for your business.
Generating revenue with red light beds requires careful consideration of several critical factors, including user experience, session pricing, ease of access, and bed acquisition strategies. By prioritizing client satisfaction, offering competitive pricing, and selecting the most suitable acquisition method for your business, you can maximize long-term revenue generation and establish a successful red light therapy business.
It's essential to note that regardless of the acquisition cost or method chosen for a red light bed, the amount charged per session remains the same. Investing in an affordable red light bed while maintaining competitive session pricing can lead to increased profits for your business.
Red light therapy (RLT) is a popular and growing trend in the health and wellness industry, offering a range of potential benefits to clients. As a business owner, successfully generating revenue with red light beds requires careful consideration of several factors, including user experience, session pricing, ease of access, and bed acquisition strategies. In this chapter, we will explore these critical considerations to help you maximize client satisfaction and long-term revenue generation for your business.
Generating revenue with red light beds requires careful consideration of several critical factors, including user experience, session pricing, ease of access, and bed acquisition strategies. By prioritizing client satisfaction, offering competitive pricing, and selecting the most suitable acquisition method for your business, you can maximize long-term revenue generation and establish a successful red light therapy business.
It's essential to note that regardless of the acquisition cost or method chosen for a red light bed, the amount charged per session remains the same. Investing in an affordable red light bed while maintaining competitive session pricing can lead to increased profits for your business.
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Hart, Nathan S. Fitzgerald, Melinda. A New Perspective On Delivery of Red-Near-Infrared light therapy for disorders of the brain. September 19th, 2016 http://www.discoverymedicine.com/Nathan-S-Hart/2016/09/a-new-perspective-on-delivery-of-red-near-infrared-light-therapy-for-disorders-of-the-brain/
Huang YY, Sharma SK, Carroll J, Hamblin MR. Biphasic dose response in low level light therapy - an update. Dose Response. 2011;9(4):602-18.
Sommer AP, Haddad MK, Fecht H-J. Light effect on water viscosity: implication for ATP biosynthesis. Sci Rep 2015;5:12029.
Barolet D, Christiaens F, Hamblin MR. Infrared and Skin: Friend or Foe. J Photochem Photobiol B. 2016.
E. J. Calabrese, “The future of hormesis: where do we go from here?,” Crit. Rev. Toxicol. 31(4-5), 637–48 (2001).
Hamblin, M, et al. (2018). Low-level light therapy: Photobiomodulation. Society of Photo-Optical Instrumentation Engineers (SPIE).
Hamblin, M, et al. (2018). Low-level light therapy: Photobiomodulation. Society of Photo-Optical Instrumentation Engineers(SPIE).
Lane, N., 2006. Cell biology: power games. Nature 443 (7114), 901903.
Hart, Nathan S. Fitzgerald, Melinda. A New Perspective On Delivery of Red-Near-Infrared light therapy for disorders of the brain. September 19th, 2016 http://www.discoverymedicine.com/Nathan-S-Hart/2016/09/a-new-perspective-on-delivery-of-red-near-infrared-light-therapy-for-disorders-of-the-brain/
Huang YY, Sharma SK, Carroll J, Hamblin MR. Biphasic dose response in low level light therapy - an update. Dose Response. 2011;9(4):602-18.
Sommer AP, Haddad MK, Fecht H-J. Light effect on water viscosity: implication for ATP biosynthesis. Sci Rep 2015;5:12029.
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