Red Light Therapy Combined with Massage Therapy in Urbandale, IA

To understand what red light therapy can do for your body, it helps to first understand the role of the lymphatic system.

The lymphatic system moves waste out of the body through lymphatic circulation and blood flow. Lymph nodes act like the body’s waste-processing stations. Just like a trash or recycling bin can overflow when it isn’t emptied, our lymphatic system can become congested when waste builds up faster than the body can remove it.

When the lymphatic system becomes backed up, lymph can accumulate and overwhelm the system, leading to reduced function. This congestion can affect other organs, including the thyroid, spleen, lymph nodes, tonsils, and adenoids.

Sometimes lymph nodes are removed or damaged, which can lead to inflammation, disease, scarring, or blockages.

Drinking plenty of water supports healthy lymph flow. Adding infrared red light therapy can further help by stimulating lymphatic vessel contraction, encouraging the movement of lymph out of the body. Following red light therapy with massage enhances this effect by manually supporting lymphatic circulation and promoting the body’s natural healing processes.

This combined approach may help people with edema or fluid buildup—commonly in the hands and feet, but also in other areas of the body. It may also support the function of internal organs such as the heart, thyroid, and lymph nodes, helping the body recover more effectively during times of stress or during cold and flu season.

Learn more on red light therapy or you can give us a call or book an appointment online with the team at Active Edge Massage & Wellness in Urbandale.