LED Light Therapy for Female Fertility
LED near-infrared light therapy for female fertility is a non-invasive treatment to increase ATP (cellular energy production), reduce inflammation and improve uterine lining.
Until recently, Western reproductive medicine has traditionally maintained that aging and declining egg quality is an irreversible process.
However, ground-breaking research with LED / near-infrared light therapy conducted in Denmark and Japan is showing that it may be possible to improve egg quality, slow down the aging process and significantly improve fertility in women and men.
Specifically, near-infrared light therapy has shown great success in improving egg quality and sperm quality, thus increasing pregnancy success. We see enormous potential in this research for women and men who are struggling to conceive—particularly those who are of advanced maternal age, diagnosed with poor egg or sperm quality, or have been diagnosed with endometriosis and PCOS.
How LED Therapy Benefits Female Fertility
When eggs are developing, they use a tremendous amount of energy. Early embryo division and implantation require lots of energy. After 35 years, the mitochondria wear down. At age 40, nine out of 10 eggs are abnormal. Studies show that the mitochondria of older eggs are capable of producing significantly less ATP, which is the source of cellular energy. This affects the rate of division and successful implantation of embryos
LED therapy works on the level of the mitochondria. The light therapy will stimulate the mitochondria to produce more ATP (= energy) in the cells. This in turn improves the cell’s ability to 1) proliferate, 2) migrate, and 3) adhere – which is exactly what a fertilized egg is supposed to do! Further to that, the increased energy level in the cells will improve blood circulation, relax muscle tensions and reduce inflammation. These factors are all beneficial to female reproduction in general, egg quality, and to the receptivity of the uterine lining.
Female Fertility Results
Recent studies in Japan and clinical research in Denmark have delivered very promising results in this direction:
Danish and Norwegian research showed that light therapy had a pregnancy rate of 66% success for women who had had at least 4 years of failure with other assisted reproductive technology methods.
In a study out of Japan by Dr. Kazunori Nakamura, data revealed a doubling in the day 5 blastocyst rate for those who had the combination of acupuncture and near-infrared light therapy leading up to and during their IVF cycle.
How Celluma Led Therapy Is Used with Your Fertility Treatment
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As LED light therapy can help increase ATP production (your natural energy reserves in your cells) it can support follicular growth and development. For this reason, we have women use it a minimum of 3 times per week for 30 minutes, leading up to retrieval.
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LED light therapy treatments have been shown to reduce swelling and inflammation after surgeries, and enhance the post-op healing process. It can increase blood flow, reduce inflammation and assist in the body’s healing response.
It is thought that by improving healing time and reducing inflammation, it may help prepare the body for transfer and therefore support implantation.
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LED light therapy is thought to boost blood flow to the uterus and increase the thickness of the uterine lining. We recommend 3x per week for 30 minutes each leading up to the embryo transfer.
FAQ
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Absolutely! We would use a different assisted reproductive therapy (ART) protocol specifically to support you in the run-up and throughout your fertility treatment. You can schedule a Complimentary Phone Consult for more details.
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Unlike other LED light therapy devices on the market, Celluma has the unique ability to contour close to the skin’s surface for increased light absorption and optimal therapeutic efficacy.
Celluma is also FDA-cleared, which is not true for many light therapy devices. FDA-cleared medical devices assure that appropriate regulation and authoritative oversight have been conducted.
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Celluma is safe, clinically proven, FDA cleared and medically CE marked for skin and pain conditions.
LED light therapy is also non-toxic, non-invasive, and an affordable alternative to prescription drugs and harsh topical treatments.
Unlike other types of light therapy treatments, LEDs do not contain ultraviolet (UV) rays, so there is no risk of cancer-causing damage to skin tissue.
In comparison to lasers, LEDs generate negligible amounts of heat and are not considered a significant risk to the general population.
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In general, side effects from light therapy are rare. If they do occur, they typically involve temporary redness of the treated area.
Side effects are minor and do not last long. Red light therapy treatment is non-invasive, painless, requires no recovery time, and can be used on all skin types and tones.
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There are a few contraindications:
If pregnant or breastfeeding, talk with your healthcare provider.
Suffer from seizures or epilepsy.
Taking cortisone injections or any steroid injections.
Taking any photosensitive drugs.
Use over known metastasis.
Within 5 days after the use of cosmetic fillers over that area.
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Yes! If you are interested in purchasing for at-home, please email us at info@blueova.com
