Many people are experiencing Long Covid symptoms as a result of a coronavirus infection. Some people refer to this as Post Covid. Did you know that it is possible to treat Long Covid symptoms with red light therapy? Read here to find out how this laser therapy can help.

There are a number of well-known long COVID symptoms that many people experience. For example, fatigue after COVID-19 is perhaps the most common complaint. In addition, there are a number of other common complaints:

• Severe fatigue, both physical and mental;
• Concentration problems, brain fog or memory problems;
• Headaches;
• Sleep problems;
• Shortness of breath or tightness in the chest;
• Persistent cough and chest pressure;
• Heart palpitations or irregular heartbeat;
• Dizziness;
• Anxiety, mood swings and hyperarousal;
• Sore throat and reduced sense of taste or smell;
• Muscle and joint pain.

These symptoms usually last for three months or longer after a coronavirus infection. If you are unsure whether you are affected, you can undergo a Long Covid test, for example at your GP.

The exact cause of Long Covid is not yet fully understood. However, scientists have found some possible explanations. One explanation involves the disruption of mitochondrial function.

Mitochondria are the batteries of the cell and provide energy, also known as ATP. In Long Covid patients, these mitochondria appear to function less effectively. Research even shows that some patients have mitochondrial dysfunction, causing symptoms similar to ME/CFS. This causes symptoms such as extreme fatigue, brain fog, muscle weakness and poor recovery after exercise.

These post-COVID symptoms can be treated by tackling them at their core, namely by stimulating the mitochondria. There are various ways to do this, but red light therapy is a proven method that improves the mitochondria in the cells. It is therefore also considered an effective treatment for Long COVID.

Red light therapy via the nose, also known as intranasal therapy, is increasingly being used to support patients with Long Covid. Below, you can read about what intranasal red light therapy can offer for this condition.

Red light stimulates the mitochondria, the cell's battery. This helps restore fatigue and improve brain fog, and stimulates the body's natural processes. In addition, mitochondrial dysfunction, as indicated above, is a common symptom in Long Covid patients.

Post-COVID can be accompanied by inflammation. Red light reduces inflammatory processes and can therefore also contribute to less pain, less fatigue and faster recovery.

Intranasal red light also stimulates the production of nitric oxide (NO). This helps to dilate the blood vessels, improving oxygen supply to the organs and brain.

Because red light stimulates natural functions in the body, it can also have a positive effect on brain functions. This can improve symptoms such as concentration problems, brain fog, memory loss and mental fatigue.

It can help repair damaged nasal mucosa and may help reduce nasal congestion, sinus pressure and even shortness of breath.

Many users of red light therapy report better sleep quality and feeling relaxed after a session. This is important in the recovery from Long Covid, as it is often delayed by a lack of sleep or prolonged stress.

The IN-light laser is an intranasal red light therapy device that you can easily use yourself. By using the red laser light through the nose, the device stimulates the natural processes in your body. This can reduce Long Covid symptoms. Read the experiences of Long Covid patients who have used the IN-light laser.

The IN-light laser can be used anywhere and is easy to carry. Start a session in the car, while working or while relaxing on the sofa. This way, you can improve your symptoms anywhere!