Low Level Laser Therapy – My Newest Discovery
Hello everybody! If you’ve been around for more than two seconds, you know I’m a bit of a can-do person. It has its positives, it has its negatives. But when I find out about something new, there’s usually a whole lot of excitement, spreading of the word, and then whatever business venture comes next.
I recently found out about Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), and honestly—once I knew, I felt like I’d been living under a rock.
From Skeptic to Super Curious
Let me start by saying: I was skeptical. I consider myself a pretty holistic, low-intervention type when it comes to health, food, and healthcare. The word laser in general doesn’t sit well with me.
But as I opened my eyes and learnt more, I started to understand the real mechanisms of laser therapy. It’s actually a form of phototherapy—similar to red and infrared light therapy, which we already know has huge health benefits.
As I continued learning, I discovered it’s used to enhance the natural function of the body. The light penetrates your skin and acts directly on the mitochondria (the powerhouse of your cells). It helps reduce inflammation and energises your cells to get on with the jobs they’re meant to do.
It All Clicked…
Funnily enough, about three months ago I read a book all about mitochondrial health. It explained how it's key to your body functioning as it was designed—and how mitochondrial dysfunction is linked to up to 80% of all illness and disease. (Check out Good Energy by Dr. Casey Means if you're curious.)
Then at a conference late last year, I heard more about sunlight, mitochondrial health, and infrared light being used to aid healing. So, when I learnt the true mechanisms of LLLT, I quickly shifted from skepticism to genuine excitement. It all just clicked—it aligned with everything else I’ve been learning about light, health, and energy.
What Is LLLT, Really?
Aside from the light stimulating natural healing at the site of use, LLLT is also an energy source—it brings more energy into the body, supporting its healing potential from the inside out.
LLLT has actually been used since the 1960s (yep—decades!) and now has thousands of studies behind it, supporting its role in healing and recovery.
How LLLT Can Support Women in Pregnancy, Birth & Postpartum
🌿 Pregnancy
Pelvic balancing to support optimal fetal positioning
Relief from common discomforts like pelvic girdle pain or carpal tunnel
Reducing inflammation and promoting tissue healing
🌀 Labour & Birth
Can be used on acupuncture points to promote labour and birth
💫 Postpartum
Speeds up wound healing after perineal trauma or cesarean birth
Reduces inflammation and supports recovery from mastitis
Aids in pelvic floor repair and nerve regeneration
Offers relief from haemorrhoids
That’s it for now—watch this space. My excitement around this therapy is still evolving as I continue to learn and explore. In the meantime, maybe it’s something worth trying?
Hannah x
