The short answer: use red light therapy for about 10 minutes per area on a panel, or 10–30 minutes on a mat or pod, once a day. Start with about 10 minutes and build up, because using your device consistently matters more than long sessions.
How long each session takes also depends on your device. A panel lights one area at a time, a mat lights one side of your body, and a red light therapy pod lights your front and back at once. The InfraHeal Red Light Pod covers both sides in one 10-minute session. This guide shows how long each device takes, and how to choose the one that fits your routine.
How long should you use red light therapy? Session length by device
| Device | Typical session | How often | What one session covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red light therapy panel | About 10 minutes per area, at 8–60cm (3–24 inches) | Once a day | One area, from targeted to full body depending on panel size |
| Red light therapy mat | 10–30 minutes | Once a day | One side of the body |
| Red light therapy pod (bed) | 10–30 minutes | Once a day | Front and back of the body at the same time |
These are the session guidelines for InfraHeal devices. Every device is different, so always follow the user manual that comes with yours.
How long a full-body red light therapy session takes
If you want full-body sessions, the device you choose makes a real difference to how much time you spend each day.
- Pod: one 10-minute session covers your front and back at once. Total: 10 minutes.
- Mat: 10 minutes on your back, then 10 minutes on your front. Total: 20 minutes.
- Full-length panel (such as the 136cm-tall ELITE): 10 minutes facing the panel, then 10 minutes facing away. Total: 20 minutes.
- Smaller panel: about 10 minutes for each area you light, so a full-body routine takes longer. Smaller panels suit targeted areas best.
That's why the InfraHeal Red Light Pod is the quickest way to fit a full-body session into a busy day: you lie down once, and there's no need to turn over.
What changes your session length
- Distance (panels): standing closer to a panel gives a stronger session over a smaller area. Standing further away gives a gentler session over a larger area.
- Area size: lighting your whole body takes longer than one area, unless your device covers both sides at once.
- Starting out: begin with about 10 minutes and increase gradually as you get used to it.
- Consistency: a 10-minute session every day fits most routines better than an occasional long one.
Building a daily red light therapy routine
The easiest routine is the one you'll keep, so pair your session with something you already do every day:
- Morning: a session before work, while you plan your day.
- After exercise: part of your post-workout wind-down.
- Evening: lie down, relax and switch off before bed.
Lying-down devices make this easier. With the InfraHeal Mat or Pod, you set the timer, lie back and rest. Both come with complimentary 10-minute morning and evening video tutorials to guide you.
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Which InfraHeal device fits your time?
InfraHeal Red Light Pod
Lie inside and the Pod's two light surfaces cover your front and back at the same time, so one session does the job of two.
- 2,440 LEDs across two surfaces
- 4 wavelengths: 630, 660, 850 and 940nm red and near-infrared light
- 1–30 minute timer; unfolds flat for two people
- Patent pending, included on the ARTG (ARTG 433074) and FDA listed
- Rated 4.9/5 from 110 reviews
InfraHeal Red Light Mat
Lie back and relax while the Mat lights one side of your body, then turn over or lie under it for the other side. It rolls away for storage or hangs on a door for standing sessions.
- 1,280 LEDs
- 4 wavelengths: 630, 660, 850 and 940nm red and near-infrared light
- 1–30 minute timer; weighs 3.2kg; door hanging set included
- Patent pending, included on the ARTG (ARTG 433074) and FDA listed
- Rated 4.9/5 from 164 reviews
InfraHeal red light therapy panels
Light any area standing or sitting, from a targeted session on your shoulders or knees to the full body. Every panel has 7 or 8 red and near-infrared wavelengths, where many generic panels use 1 or 2, plus dual-chip LEDs and a 1–30 minute timer.
InfraHeal panels: included on the ARTG (ARTG 452667), FDA listed, with a 3-year warranty. The MAX is rated 4.9/5 from 48 reviews.
- LITE: 120 LEDs, compact, for targeted sessions
- PRO: 240 LEDs, 100cm tall, for half-body sessions
- MAX: 300 LEDs and 8 wavelengths, for half to full-body sessions
- ELITE: 450 LEDs, 136cm tall, for full-body sessions
- ULTRA: 1,008 LEDs, 166 × 58cm, head-to-toe coverage for home or clinic use
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FAQs
Is longer red light therapy better?
Not necessarily. Follow the session guidelines in your device's manual. Regular sessions of the recommended length fit most routines better than occasional long ones.
Can I use red light therapy every day?
InfraHeal mats, pods and panels are designed for once-a-day sessions. Start with about 10 minutes and build up gradually.
How long is a red light therapy session on a panel?
About 10 minutes per area, at 8–60cm (3–24 inches) from the panel. Closer gives a stronger session over a smaller area; further away covers a larger area more gently.
Is morning or evening better?
Either works. Choose the time you're most likely to stick with. The InfraHeal Mat and Pod come with both a morning and an evening video tutorial.
When will I notice a difference?
Everyone is different. Many customers say they feel relaxed after their first few sessions. We recommend daily use for at least 4–8 weeks, which is why InfraHeal mats, pods and panels come with a 60-day guarantee: you have time to build the routine and see how it works for you.
Who should check with a doctor first?
Speak with your doctor or healthcare professional before use if you're pregnant, take medication that increases sensitivity to light, or have a medical condition. Keep your eyes closed during sessions and don't look directly into the LEDs.
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