When considering a major investment in a red light therapy bed for your business, it’s easy to be drawn in by a sleek, modern design. But while aesthetics matter for the client experience, it’s what’s under the surface that determines the efficacy, reliability, and ultimate ROI of your equipment.

A professional-grade red light therapy bed is a sophisticated piece of technology. Each component is engineered to work in harmony to deliver a specific therapeutic outcome. This guide will pull back the curtain on the four critical elements that separate high-performance beds from the rest of the pack.

1. The Diode: The Heart of the Therapy

The diode, or LED, is the engine of the entire system. It’s the component that actually produces the light. But not all diodes are created equal.

• Wavelengths: For therapeutic benefit, diodes must emit light at scientifically recognized wavelengths. Our beds utilize specific wavelengths like 635nm (Red) and 850nm (Near-Infrared) to achieve their intended effects.
• Lenses & Focus: The quality of the lens over each diode dictates how the light is focused and delivered. A well-engineered lens ensures that the maximum amount of energy is directed toward the user’s body.
• Diode Count & Coverage: The sheer number of diodes is also a factor. A higher count, like the 28,443 diodes in our SmartSun Therapy SST28, allows for more comprehensive and uniform coverage of the entire body.

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