Choosing an infrared lamp: which one is best suited to my symptoms?

Choose based on your complaint. For muscle and joint pain and rheumatic complaints, choose a lamp with near-infrared (IR-A), because this radiation penetrates deepest into tissues and joints. If your main concern is heat and relaxation, choose an infrared heat lamp, the Single Head 506 or the Double Head 507. These also use IR-A, but with much higher heat output. For the skin, sleep and recovery after exercise, red light is the more suitable choice. Below, you can read which lamp is suitable for each complaint and why a combination of red light and infrared is often useful.

You are here for a reason: you need help choosing the right infrared lamp that best suits your complaints. It is good that you are looking into this, because the right lamp can make a big difference to your health and well-being. We will explain the different forms of radiation and types of infrared lamps to you shortly. We will discuss how infrared and red light therapy can help with your complaints and which lamp is most suitable for you. Have you finished reading? Then you are ready to choose the right infrared lamp and treat your specific complaints effectively and safely!

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Infrared light: an overview

Infrared light is an invisible form of radiation that generates heat when it comes into contact with a surface. So you cannot see the light! Infrared warms the skin and can even penetrate into deeper tissues and joints. Although invisible, it is therefore highly effective for various health purposes and complaints, ranging from pain relief to improved circulation and even improved skin. There are different types of infrared lamps, and each type has its own specific properties and benefits. Further on in this blog, we will discuss the following types of light therapy: near-infrared (NIR), far-infrared (FIR) and red light therapy. You have undoubtedly come across these forms before and may be wondering which one is best for you.

Near-infrared lamps with short-wave radiation (NIR or IR-A)

When we talk about the most powerful and deeply penetrating forms of infrared, we are referring to short-wave infrared lamps. This form is often used for medical purposes because the radiation can reach deepest into the body and stimulate blood circulation. This includes the joints and tissues. The result? Dilated blood vessels and an increased oxygen supply to the treated areas. This relieves pain, relaxes muscles and improves blood circulation.

Far-infrared lamps with long-wave radiation (FIR or IR-C)

Then there are far-infrared lamps, which you will certainly come across. These lamps emit long waves and are intended to warm your body. Heat helps reduce pain and provides a feeling of complete relaxation. The infrared lamp not only stimulates circulation, which benefits your health, but also promotes sweating. However, the main purpose of these lamps is to provide relaxation and relieve pain. Liroma’s infrared heat lamps, the Single Head 506 and the Double Head 507, do not fall into this category, because they use IR-A.

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Red light therapy lamps (IR-A and red)

These lamps emit visible red light and do not fall within the infrared spectrum. Nevertheless, these lamps offer many benefits and can also help reduce a wide range of complaints. Red light has an anti-inflammatory effect, benefits skin cells and helps with tissue repair. In skincare, red light therapy is therefore a popular form of skin treatment. This form is also widely used in the sports world. Because of its effect on cells, energy levels and therefore athletic performance increase. Our Liroma red light therapy lamps have been specially developed to allow you to choose between a red light or infrared light treatment. Or both at the same time - that is also possible! Do you have different complaints and need different types of radiation for your treatment? Then this will be the best choice for you.

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Choosing the right lamp for your complaints

Infrared lamps for general ailments

Do you suffer from cold hands, blue fingers, fatigue, intermittent claudication, a cold or stiff muscles? Consider one of the Liroma infrared heat lamps or the red light therapy lamp combined with infrared therapy. It works like a miracle remedy for complaints such as these. NIR infrared light improves circulation, dilates your blood vessels and provides relief for cold hands and feet. It can even reduce cold symptoms by warming your nose and throat. If you are looking for an all-in-one solution, a combination lamp is also a good choice. Red light can improve your circulation, reduce inflammation and give you a general feeling of well-being and energy.

Infrared lamps for skin and facial complaints

A red light therapy lamp is a popular method for addressing skin complaints. Red light stimulates collagen production, reduces wrinkles, acne and skin aging, improves circulation in the skin and reduces inflammation. The result is a radiant face and beautiful skin! View our red light lamps here and discover the special Liroma red light LED face mask here.

Infrared lamps for joint and muscle pain

It is important to choose a lamp with near-infrared light (IR-A) to experience the benefits for joint and muscle pain. This specific type of infrared light has the ability to penetrate deeply into the tissues. Other forms of light therapy do not have this ability. Click here for our red light therapy lamps with infrared light (IR-A) and here for the infrared heat lamps.

Infrared lamps for rheumatic conditions

Many of our customers suffer from arthritis, fibromyalgia or other rheumatic conditions. These complaints can significantly affect your life. Do you experience this too? Then choose one of our near-infrared lamps (IR-A) for the deepest and most therapeutic treatment to reduce your complaints. Infrared therapy with IR-A radiation penetrates deeply into your muscles and joints, relaxes them and provides immediate relief from pain and stiffness. But that is not all! IR-A reduces inflammation and improves circulation. You will notice an effect quickly, allowing you to move more flexibly and with less pain again. We are proud of the number of customers we have already helped with this. View our red light therapy lamps with infrared here and click here for the infrared heat lamps. Both lamps use IR-A radiation.

Infrared lamps for better sleep

Red light therapy has the greatest effect on a good night’s sleep because it stimulates melatonin production and has a calming effect. Do you also suffer from other complaints, such as pain? Then the infrared lamp with red light therapy is suitable for you. No one can sleep well when they are in pain. Click here for our red light therapy lamps!

Infrared lamps for sports injuries

Sports injuries, joint or muscle pain, tired muscles or bursitis? Well... unfortunately, these are also part of regularly exercising. Fortunately, light therapy offers benefits to help prevent these situations or speed up healing when the damage has already been done. For active athletes, a combination of a red light therapy lamp and infrared light is incredibly effective! Red light reduces inflammation, increases ATP levels and helps injuries heal, while deep infrared light penetrates muscles and joints for pain relief and rapid recovery. Choose our red light therapy lamps for better results, faster recovery, more energy and less pain.

Infrared lamps for low mood or depressive symptoms

Low mood and depression have no simple solutions, but red light therapy can be a valuable addition to help improve your mood. How? It affects your biological clock, stimulates the production of melatonin (your 'sleep hormone') and increases serotonin levels (your 'happiness hormone'). Especially in the case of seasonal affective disorder (SAD), red light can reduce symptoms while also reducing stress and anxiety through its calming effects. Important: red light therapy is a complementary treatment, especially for severe depression. Always consult a specialist before trying this therapy. Discover our red light lamps!

Infrared lamps for back pain

Many different lamps can reduce your back pain. These include the red light therapy lamps or the infrared heat lamps. But we have developed a product specifically for your back, which may need some extra attention. The Liroma portable infrared belt may be a good option for you! The infrared emitters emit heat (IR-C), which directly reduces pain. Do you have other complaints or additional requirements for your infrared lamp? Then you can also choose one of the lamps mentioned earlier. Compare them here!

Infrared, the practical choice for effective pain relief, reducing complaints and promoting your health.

Conclusion

A lot of information, but hopefully it has helped you in your search for the right lamp and you now know which type best suits your complaints. As you can see, infrared lamps are great for various purposes. It is important to choose the right one and understand the differences between the various forms and how the lamps work.

The short-wave infrared lamps (NIR or IR-A) penetrate deepest into the body, making them ideal for joints and tissues. The long-wave infrared lamps (FIR-IR-C) are aimed at warming the body, which reduces pain and provides relaxation. And then there are the red light therapy lamps, which, although they do not strictly belong to the infrared spectrum, are absolutely impressive. These lamps have anti-inflammatory properties and are widely used in skincare and sports. They can improve your mood and sleep, which is certainly an important aspect of our health. Choose the right lamp based on your specific needs and experience the benefits of these different forms of light therapy.

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