Light Therapy for Athletes
ConclusionIn a field where every small gain matters, photobiomodulation offers a legitimate edge - not by adding more strain to your system, but by activating your body’s own natural capacity...
How it works – Light meets Cell
Cells – The Origin of All Healing
Our body is made up of billions of cells. They are the smallest functional units of tissue, organs, and muscles. Specific wavelengths – like 660 nm (red light) and 850 nm (near-infrared) – are directly absorbed by mitochondria within these cells.
Mitochondria – The Power Plants of the Cell
Mitochondria produce the energy your body needs to function and heal. When red or near-infrared light reaches them, they respond by increasing the output of ATP – your body’s energy currency – and boosting oxygen and blood flow.
ATP – The Energy Currency of the Body
ATP fuels every process in your cells – from repair to renewal. When your cells lack ATP, healing slows down. Photobiomodulation helps restore energy production, so your body can regenerate and function at its best.