What is an infrared lamp?
An infrared lamp, also known as a heat lamp, directs infrared light at your body and warms you evenly deep into the skin. This deep heat stimulates blood circulation and metabolism, allowing muscles and joints to recover better. When using it, keep a distance of 50 to 100 cm, start with 5 to 10 minutes per session, and use it 2 to 3 times per week. Below, you can read exactly what the lamp does, which complaints it is used for, and how to gradually build up the duration and frequency.
Infrared lamps may nevertheless warrant a brief study. Below, we explain exactly what it is and how best to use the lamp.
Please note! The text below is not intended as medical advice. This text is based on our own knowledge, customer experiences, and various online sources.
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What does an Infrared lamp do?
How does Infrared therapy work? Applications
Instructions for use: Distance, duration, and frequency
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Please note: this information is based on scientific sources, customer experiences and our own knowledge of light therapy. It is not medical advice. If you take medication, have a medical condition or are unsure, talk to your doctor or a specialist first.
What does an Infrared lamp do?
By directing the Infrared lamp at the body, the body is warmed evenly and uniformly. It is also known as a heat lamp. The treatment feels pleasant. This is because the light penetrates deep into our skin. As the lamp provides heat, the body's temperature rises.
This deep heat stimulates blood circulation, speeds up metabolism, and helps remove waste products more quickly. As a result, muscles and joints can recover better and pain is relieved. This makes infrared lamps ideal for people with muscle pain, joint pain, or stress-related complaints.
How does Infrared therapy work? Applications
Light therapy is increasingly used for both medical and relaxation purposes. The deep heat penetrates into muscles and joints, promotes blood circulation, and supports cell renewal. Below, we discuss some of the most common applications.
Treating pain with infrared
For muscle pain, using an Infrared lamp improves blood circulation. The affected muscles can get rid of waste products (acids) more quickly, and improved circulation delivers nutrients and building materials faster. Oxygen absorption is promoted, which reduces muscle pain.
Many athletes and professional athletes come to us because infrared supports faster recovery. The lamp penetrates deep into the skin due to its power. Liroma's lamps have a power output of up to 300W.
Our lamps can be tilted, allowing you to direct the heat precisely where it is needed. They also have multiple heat settings, so you can adjust the intensity to your preference.
Infrared lamp for skin complaints
Research shows that the lamps also work well for skin complaints. Because infrared radiation improves blood circulation, new cells can be produced more quickly and effectively. Old cells are removed more quickly.
Bacteria and impurities will loosen from your pores and cleanse your skin. This detox effect gives your skin a fresh complexion. In addition, infrared lamps stimulate collagen production. This is a natural protein that keeps your skin supple and youthful. Wrinkles, pigmentation spots, and other imperfections become less visible.
Infrared heat for stress and fatigue
Just 10–12 minutes under an Infrared lamp immediately relaxes the body and mind. Many people experience this as a beneficial and stress-relieving experience. The heat helps relax muscles, relieves pain, and stimulates healthy blood circulation and cellular metabolism.
Instructions for use: Distance, duration, and frequency
The heat emitted by the lamp should always feel pleasant and comfortable. Do you want to use an infrared lamp safely and effectively? Then it is important to consider distance, duration, and frequency. Follow these guidelines to get the most out of your treatments!
- Distance: Keep 50–100 cm away from the lamp. For facial treatments, always keep your eyes closed.
- Duration: Start with 5–10 minutes and build up to 10–15 minutes per session. Stop immediately if you experience discomfort.
- Frequency: Start with 2–3 times per week, gradually increasing to 3–4 times per week for optimal results.
Tip: Use a timer and always listen to your body. This way, you can get the most out of your infrared therapy!
Important note
Always listen carefully to your body. If the complaints persist, it is always wise to consult your doctor or general practitioner.
Hopefully, everything is now a little clearer. Do you have any questions, or is there anything we can help you with? Please let us know!
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