Source: Fox News
Summary
A University of Utah study found that red light therapy can reduce brain inflammation in people who experience head trauma, potentially protecting them from long-term health consequences. The study involved 26 football players who received either red light therapy or a placebo treatment. Results showed that players using the placebo treatment experienced increased brain inflammation, while those using red light therapy did not. According to the researchers, this could be a promising way to protect the brain from damage caused by repeated head impacts.
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The advice sounds familiar.
Red light therapy has been studied for its potential to reduce inflammation. The University of Utah study suggests it may help protect the brain from damage. Researchers have seen consistent results across multiple studies. However, more research is needed to confirm the findings. The study’s results are based on a small sample size, and future large randomized clinical trials will be crucial to back up the results. It seems that the search for ways to make sports safer and protect the brain from damage is an ongoing process.
It’s just another treatment that may work, until it doesn’t.
Author: Evan Null
