# Science-Based Guide to Choosing the Red Light Therapy Device

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Podcast: [How to Hyperbaric](https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-to-hyperbaric-4218113)
Published: 2026-02-20T21:14:59+00:00
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## Resource

📌 Get 10% off your photobiomodulation device with code MASHA10: https://sunpowerled.com/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Book your consultation with Dr. Masha: https://drmasha.com/consult-with-me/ In this episode of the How to Hyperbaric Podcast, I’m joined by Tom Kerber, CEO of SunPowerLED and a healthcare electronics inventor with over 50 years of experience.We break down the science of photobiomodulation, specifically red light therapy and near infrared, explaining what actually determines clinical results. We discuss how to choose the right red light therapy device, the biggest myths about LED panels and red light therapy beds, and the critical difference between electrical power and optical power output.You’ll learn how irradiance, energy density, wavelength, and treatment time affect outcomes, whether longer sessions can compensate for lower-powered devices, and how to evaluate red light therapy equipment for performance, safety, and effectiveness.Timestamps:00:00 INTRO01:23 How to Choose the Right Red Light Device11:13 The Biggest Lies About Red Light Therapy Devices12:38 The Difference Between Electrical and Optical Power17:13 Is It True That Stronger Energy Concentration Means Shorter Treatment Times?20:08 Comparing Different Red Light Devices22:07 Can Time Replace the Power of a Red Light Device?23:56 What Happens When Using a Red Light Therapy Bed for Wellness?27:56 Why There Are No LED Lasers for Home Use30:35 Can Red and Infrared Wavelengths Be Used Together?31:53 Is It Preferable to Use One Wavelength at a Time for Maximum Intensity?34:46 Is High Intensity Possible in Larger Light Therapy Devices?38:25 Benefits of Deeper-Penetration Light Devices42:11 Combining Hyperbaric Therapy with Red Light Therapy43:50 Where to Buy Red Light Therapy DevicesThanks for watching! DISCLAIMER: All…

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