Hi, I’m Meital James, the founder and editor of Infrared-Light-Therapy.com.
I’ve been writing about health, wellness, and natural approaches since 2008. I also studied Naturopathy for two years at Reidman College in Israel and completed training as an Energy Washout therapist in the Dr. Nader Butto system.
I created Infrared-Light-Therapy.com to make red and infrared light therapy easier to understand and to help readers compare the growing number of home-use devices available today.
My goal is not to tell you that one device is right for everyone. It is to help you understand what a product actually does, how it compares with alternatives, what the research says, and what you should consider before spending your money.
How I Became Interested in Red and Infrared Light Therapy
My interest in light therapy began through my own experience with infrared products and my long-standing interest in health and wellness.
Over the years, I have personally used a variety of red and infrared light therapy products at home, including LED face masks, infrared heating products, massage devices, sauna equipment, and other light-based wellness devices.
That hands-on experience is one part of what I bring to this site. The other is research.
I spend a great deal of time reviewing product specifications, manufacturer documentation, FDA information when relevant, published studies, warranties, treatment protocols, safety information, and the differences between competing devices.
Personal Testing vs. Research
Not every product featured on Infrared-Light-Therapy.com has been personally tested by me.
When I have personally used or tested a product, I try to make that clear in the article.
When I have not used a product myself, recommendations are based on research that may include product specifications, manufacturer documentation, published scientific evidence, regulatory information, verified customer feedback, warranty and return policies, and comparisons with competing products.
I believe readers should be able to tell the difference between personal experience and research-based evaluation.
What I Look for When Reviewing Products
When comparing red and infrared light therapy devices, I look at factors such as wavelength, light source, treatment area, treatment time, power or irradiance information when available, ease of use, safety features, regulatory status, warranty, return policy, price, portability, and the quality of the evidence supporting the intended use.
The factors that matter most can vary considerably by product type. A laser cap for hair growth, for example, should not be evaluated in exactly the same way as an infrared heating pad, LED face mask, or home sauna.
I also revisit older guides when specifications, products, availability, research, or recommendations change.
My Approach to Health Information
Infrared-Light-Therapy.com covers topics that can affect health, so I take accuracy seriously.
Whenever possible, health-related claims are checked against scientific studies, regulatory information, medical or academic sources, and manufacturer documentation.
I also try to distinguish between evidence that is well established, evidence that is promising but still developing, and claims that are primarily made by manufacturers.
I am a health and wellness writer with two years of Naturopathy studies. I am not a physician, and the information on this website is not a substitute for diagnosis, treatment, or advice from a qualified healthcare professional.
If you have a medical condition, take medication, are pregnant, use a medical implant, or are considering light therapy for a health problem, speak with an appropriate healthcare professional before starting treatment.
You can read more about how I research health claims, evaluate products, verify specifications, and update content in the Editorial & Review Policy.
How This Website Is Funded
Infrared-Light-Therapy.com is free for readers.
Some articles contain affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of these links, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.
Affiliate relationships do not determine which products are included, how they are ranked, or what I say about them. My goal is to recommend products based on their features, evidence, suitability, value, and how they compare with the alternatives.
You can read the full Affiliate Disclosure here.
About the Site
Infrared-Light-Therapy.com covers red light therapy, near-infrared therapy, infrared heating products, home saunas, LED skin devices, laser hair-growth devices, pain-relief products, and other light-based home wellness technologies.
The site has grown considerably since I first created it, but the purpose remains the same: to make complicated information easier to understand and help readers make more informed decisions.
I continue to update older articles as products, specifications, scientific evidence, and recommendations change.
Connect With Me
You can also find Infrared-Light-Therapy.com and my work through my About.me profile, Facebook, Pinterest, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
If you find something on the site that appears outdated, unclear, or incorrect, I welcome feedback. Accurate information is more important than defending an old recommendation.
Thank you for reading.
Meital James
Founder & Editor
Infrared-Light-Therapy.com
I recently was diagnosed with PN in my feet and ankles. My toes are mostly numb and some stinging on feet and a little on ankles. What home use equipment would be best for me to use.
I cannot find any medical help that does this service locally (Kansas City)
Would like to stop the progression asap
Thank You
Gary, this post will show you the best options: https://www.infrared-light-therapy.com/infrared-light-therapy-neuropathy/
Thank you for all your time and research. I have a number of medical concerns and wonder which product, or combination of products you would recommend. I have tried a biomat, while visiting a spa, and I loved it.
Here’s what I’m dealing with. I have a TBI, SCI and severe nerve damage from being hit by a semi in 2003. I am a functional quadriplegic however I do experience periods of paralysis from the neck down. I have full body pain, but only on the right side, and have been taking pain medication for 15 years. As a result, I started loosing my hair.
I ended up at your site researching NIR helmets for hair regrowth. In the past, I have researched the saunas and even the potential of applying Infrared panels to the top of my canopy bed to create my own desert oasis; to relieve debilitating pain and get my body through winter. Most often I go to Arizona to Winter but it’s so expensive!
Do I need both the hair loss helmet and the sauna? Or will the sauna treat the hair loss too? Any recommendations you can give will
be greatly appreciated! Thank again!
Dee
Dee,
I think that an infrared sauna will be best for you. When you get all the healing benefits of detoxing in it, I’m sure it will treat your hair loss as well, and you won’t need the helmet. Here’s my post about how to build a low-EMF near infrared sauna at home – for less than $100: https://www.infrared-light-therapy.com/build-your-own-infrared-sauna/