If you are suffering from, or dealing with a serious health issue or chronic
illness, always consult your doctor or pharmacists before starting a new
therapy to double-check medications and any other concerns.
No severe side effects are associated with RLT, and it is considered a safe and
pain-free treatment. In the case of minor red light therapy side effects, some
have reported headaches, irritability, and eye strain.
If you suffer from bipolar disorder, consult with your doctor before pursuing
red light therapy, as there have been a few, rare cases of RLT causing mania in
bipolar patients.
The main cause of these red light therapy risks is the intense color or
brightness of the light, which can be avoided by protecting your eyes during
your RLT session and avoiding staring directly into the light.
You know your body best – we would never question this fact. While using red
light therapy, if you notice any changes and have concerns, speak to your
doctor right away. Trust those gut feelings.