mitoredlight MitoPRO Series Room User Manual
- June 11, 2024
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MITO RED LIGHT
USER MANUAL www.mitoredlight.com
ABOUT US
Located in Scottsdale, Arizona, Mito Red Light is dedicated to bringing the
highest powered, highest quality red light therapy lights to market at the
best possible value.
Having extensively studied and realized the benefits of red light therapy
firsthand, Mito Red Light was brought into existence in order to provide
consumers truly affordable, yet highly effective red light therapy options.
If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us at:
info@mitoredlight.com.
You can also call our phone number
Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm MST
1-480-597-4649
Mail correspondence can be sent to:
Mito Red Light, Inc
9319 N 94th Way,
Suite 400
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Getting Started
Indications for Use
Mito Red Lights are general wellness devices and are not intended to cure or
diagnose any medical conditions. Use of this device is designed to help
promote overall health and wellness by supporting cellular function. Mito Red
Lights should only be operated based on the user guidelines, as outlined in
this user manual.
First Time Users
For first time users, we recommend starting out with 2-3 minute treatments per
area, and slowly working up to a 10-minute session over the course of 2-3
weeks as your
body acclimates to the therapy.
Standard Use
We recommend 10-minute treatments at 6-18 inches from your device. Additional
10minute sessions for specific areas may be beneficial but beyond a certain
point, the
scientific evidence points to diminishing returns. More is not always better.
For this reason, we recommend you allow at least 6 hours between treatments of
the same area. We recommend no more than 15 minutes in any one session. We
recommend using the device 4-10 times per week. We recommend taking at least
one day off per week.
Contraindications
Contraindications for Red Light Therapy
There are no industry-wide accepted contraindications for red light therapy or
list of accepted contraindications that is designated or enforced by
regulatory agencies. Research in red light therapy is ongoing, and
contraindications are derived from existing research and clinical inferences.
Potential Hazards
Heat – Red light therapy will generate thermal energy as light is absorbed.
This heat may present a hazard in some conditions.
Light – The electromagnetic radiation used in red light therapy is low in
energy, but it may affect tissues that are sensitive to light.
Tissue Stimulation – Red light therapy is intended to stimulate tissues. In
some disease states this may be undesirable.
Absolute Contraindications
Recent Burns – Recent burns may still contain residual thermal energy that
may be increased by heat from red light therapy.
Malignant Cancers – There is a theoretical risk that red light therapy may
increase cell proliferation in malignant cancers.
Hyperthyroidism (Neck & Upper Chest) – Red light therapy on the neck and upper
chest may increase thyroid activity in those with hyperthyroidism.
Pregnancy (Abdomen) – The effects of red light therapy that reaches a
developing fetus are not fully understood and may potentially have a negative
effect.
Eye Disease (Eyes) – Red light therapy’s effects on various eye conditions is
not fully understood and light sensitive cells in the eyes may respond
unfavorably to intense red light
Light Sensitivity – Individuals with rare conditions causing extreme
sensitivity to light or who have previously reacted to red light therapy
should avoid its use.
Contraindications Continued
Relative Contraindications
Fever or Infection – There is a theoretical risk that the use of red light
therapy can worsen existing hyperthermia caused by fever or infection.
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) – SLE can cause skin sensitivity,
increasing the risk of a reaction to red light therapy.
Severe Bleeding or Blood Loss – Some research suggests that red light therapy
may slow the body’s ability to stop bleeding.
Use of Photosensitizing Medications – Medications that increase sensitivity to
light may increase risks of sensitivity to red light therapy.
- Tattoos – Red light therapy may cause cosmetic defects to body art, especially body art that uses red inks. Tattoos, especially ones that use red ink, may be prone to fading when exposed to intense red light. The tattoo ink may also cause uneven absorption of red light, causing therapy to be less uniform
- Dark skin pigmentation – The effect of skin pigmentation on red light therapy is still being studied. Those with darker skin tones may find that their skin absorbs more light, making it warmer than those with lighter skin tones would experience. A smaller amount of red light may actually reach deeper tissues, however, this effect is not likely to be large.
- Dark hair – Darker colors of hair may absorb more light, causing increased warmth and decreased penetration of red light. This effect is not likely to be large.
- Melasma / Hyperpigmentation – Our own product study showed improvement from red and NIR light on hyperpigmentation, particularly when paired with a high antioxidant serum. However, in rare instances users can experience the opposite effect. We suggest starting slowly and using red light only if this is a concern. A detailed discussion of this can be found in our article: Red Light Therapy & Hyperpigmentation
Anyone with a contraindication to red light therapy (or any health condition at all) should consult with their physician before using red light therapy.
FAQs
Is red light therapy safe? Are there side effects?****
– Mito Red Light uses only the red and near infrared wavelengths that are clinically proven to be effective and safe. However, we always recommend consulting with your healthcare provider for specific questions about any concerns or health conditions.
Do I need safety glasses with this light?****
– While there is a growing body of scientific research suggesting that modest
amounts of red and NIR LED light may benefit certain eye conditions, Mito
Red’s plug-in lights are very bright!
– As such, goggles are provided and should be worn when facing the lights,
particularly when NIR is active.
– When using, DO NOT stare directly into the light emitting diodes (LEDs).
– Again, our Mito Red Lights are very bright and if you have any eye problems,
or any other health conditions at all, please consult with a licensed
healthcare professional before using a device like Mito Red.
Will light therapy treatments cause detox symptoms?****
– It is possible that a Mito Red Light treatment can cause some detox-related
symptoms while your body acclimates. If you experience these types of issues,
we recommended stopping treatments until the symptoms go away. Then start out
at 2-3 minutes per treatment area and work your way slowly up to 10 minutes
over the course of 2-3 weeks.
– This will help your body adapt. If you continue to experience detox-related
symptoms and have any concerns regarding the use of red light therapy, we
recommend stopping treatments and consulting with your healthcare provider.
– We have a full 60 day no hassle trial and full refund policy.
What if my skin is burned or damaged?****
– Red light therapy has been clinically-proven to help damaged skin heal from
cuts, burns, and other blemishes. – We recommend consulting with your
healthcare provider if you have any concerns.
– As we are not licensed healthcare practitioners, we are not able to offer
definitive clinical guidance. We recommend consulting with your trusted health
care provider with specific questions.
What if I have a pre-existing health condition or take medications?****
– Mito Red Lights are classified as a general wellness devices. Out of an abundance of caution, we recommend you consult with your healthcare provider if you have any preexisting conditions or if you take photosensitizing drugs. Steroids work to suppress the immune system while red light therapy may work to stimulate it. To the extent that the two therapies may work against each other, we do not recommend they be used together.
Can children use Mito Red Light?****
– Clinical studies have shown red and NIR light therapy to be quite safe.
However, if you are considering using it with children, we recommend
consulting with a healthcare professional.
– All treatments with children should be done under adult supervision.
Can pregnant or nursing women use the lights?****
– As there has been no clinical research with red light therapy treatments on pregnant or nursing subjects, do not use the device if pregnant or lactating before consulting with your healthcare provider.
Other considerations: Botox, breast implants and LASIK****
– Users with a history of facial fillers and/or Botox injections should
consult their dermatologist prior to use.
– Users with breast implants should consult their plastic surgeon prior to
use.
– Do not use the device during the healing period post Lasik eye surgery.
Before resuming treatment, we recommend getting clearance from your doctor. As
always, we recommend following our treatment guidelines and making sure to use
the provided goggles when using the NIR wavelength.
Are the NIR LEDs not working?****
– NIR is just beyond the visible spectrum and is invisible to the naked eye.
You will only actually be able to see a pink dot, or a subtle pink glow
emanating from the LEDs when they are on.
– Please rest assured that there is a significant amount of light energy
emanating from those EDs and your Mito Red Light is in fact working exactly as
designed.
Instructions: MitoPerform
Step 1: Plug in the provided power cable and turn the power switch to the
ON position. (Perform panels can draw over 700W so if you have more than one
Perform panel they may need to be plugged into separate circuits.)
Step 2: Ensure all the switches are turned to the ON position.
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Step 3: You can adjust the time amount for the session by pressing the + and – buttons before or during the session.
Step 4: You can control each Red or NIR light by pressing the R/NIR button. The display will show what is currently selected.
Floor Mounting Instructions
First start by placing your paneagainst the wall and attaching youwall mounting bracket to the Light by installing the 4 provided bolts.
Next mark your holes on the wall and move the panel for drilling and
installation of the anchors. Warning!
The Wall Mounting Bracket is designed to allow the bottom of the panel to be
rested on the floor and keep the panel secured against a wall. This Bracket is
not intended to support the weight of the light suspended off the floor.
The anchor bolts provided are for concrete ONLY.
f bolting into drywall or wood, different bolts should
be used.
Once the holes have been drilled you can next install the anchors and then
secure the Light to the wall with the provided hardware.Instructional videos
can also be found at https://mitoredlight.com/pages/mitoperformsupport
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Light Therapy Overview
What is Red and Near Infrared Light Therapy?
– Red and near-infrared light are part of the electromagnetic spectrum, and
more specifically, part of the spectrum of light emitted by the sun. These
wavelengths of light are
“bioactive” in humans. Below is a chart outlining the electromagnetic
spectrum:
-If you remember high school physics, when you pass white light through a prism it separates out the different colors based on their wavelengths (ROYGBIV). Only a tiny art of this spectrum (roughly 400nm to 700nm) is actually visible to the human eye.
Light Therapy Overview
At the highest end of the visible light spectrum is red light, which goes from
a little over 600nm to approximately 700nm. Above the visible light
spectrum is near-infrared (NIR) from about 700nm to a little over 1,100nm.
It is specifically these red and near-infrared wavelengths that have amazing
effects on our bodies. Most research showing benefits of red light and near-
infrared light have used wavelengths in the ranges of 620-680nm and 800-880nm.
There have now been literally thousands of studies done in both animals and
humans. Overall, red and near infrared light has been repeatedly shown to have
positive effects on cell function in animal and human studies and aid in
improving a wide range of conditions.
It’s all about PENETRATION
Most wavelengths of light (UV, blue, green, yellow, etc.) are unable to
penetrate into the body – instead they stay in the layers of the skin. However
as the picture below shows, red and near-infrared light are able to penetrate
deeper into the human body and are able to reach the cells, tissues, blood,
nerves, into the bones and even into the brain!
Light Therapy Overview
The benefits of red light: Red light between 600-700nm offers benefits
for skin texture and tone, smoothing fine lines and wrinkles, promoting
collagen production and generally rejuvenating the appearance of skin and
hair.
The benefits of near-infrared light: Near-infrared light (NIR) 700nm –
1100nm. penetrates deeper into the tissues to assist with wound healing,
muscle recovery, nerve injury and joint pain.
Red light boosts cellular energy production
The most well studied mechanism of action surrounding red and near infrared
light therapy is increased MITOchondrial energy production in the cells.
MITOchondria are iny organelles that are the energy power plants of all the
cells in our body. Red and near infrared light therapy helps the MITOchondria
create more of that energy. The specific photons found in red and near
infrared light interact with a photoreceptor within our cells called
cytochrome c oxidase. This interaction stimulates the mitochondria in our
cells to use oxygen more efficiently, which allows the mitochondria to produce
more ATP (adenosine triphosphate). Adenosine triphosphate is a complex organic
chemical that provides energy to drive many processes in living cells, e.g.
muscle contraction, nerve impulse propagation, and chemical synthesis. Found
in all forms of life, ATP is often referred to as the “molecular unit of
currency” of intracellular energy transfer. When our cells have more energy,
they simply perform better and the body follows suit!
Safety Instructions, Warnings, and Disclaimer
To preserve the life and functionality of the light, always store in a cool,
dry place when possible. For proper use and safety, please be sure to read
this manual and follow all instructions and do not do any of the following:
DO NOT let children use the device without adult supervision.
DO NOT use this on infants.
DO NOT let sleeping, disabled, or unconscious persons use the device.
DO NOT exceed 20 minutes of use in one therapy session.
DO NOT use on open, fresh wounds.J
DO NOT unplug by pulling directly on the cord. Grasp he plug itself, not
the cord, when unplugging from an outlet.
DO NOT cover the cooling fans while operating the light.
Caautions and Disclaimer
Cautions
Mito Red Light recommends consulting with your healthcare provider prior to
use if you believe that you are sensitive to light. Some cold and allergy
medications, pain edications, and medications used to treat infection may
cause light sensitivity.
We also recommend consulting with your healthcare provider prior to using the
light if you are pregnant, have any suspicious or cancerous lesions, or have
recently had a teroid injection or use topical steroids.
If you experience discomfort or have a concern about the light, stop use
immediately and contact our healthcare provider.
Unplug from outlet when not in use to avoid tripping hazards.
Disposal
The light should not be disposed of with other household waste. The light
requires disposal via a designated collection point for the recycling of
electrical waste.
Please recycle your equipment at the time of disposal to help conserve natural
resources and protect human health and the environment.
Disclaimer
The statements in this manual have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug
Administration (FDA). The information provided is not intended to diagnose,
treat, cure, or prevent any disease and should not be construed as medical
advice. Our products are low-risk, general wellness / fitness products that do
not require FDA clearance, in accordance with the “General Wellness: Policy on
Low Risk Devices” draft released January 20, 2015.|Mito Red Light makes no
claims or representations or otherwise warranties regarding the ability of
this product to cure any physical or mental conditions. A qualified health
professional should always be consulted prior to using this product in regards
to any condition that may requires medical attention.
California Prop 65 requires the following notice
WARNING: The enclosed hardware and power cord contain chemicals (such as
lead) known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm. This is true of virtually all power cords and
electronics sold in the marketplace at this time. Please wash hands after use.
PRODUCT SPECIFIC WARRANTY POLICIES:
Mito Mobile / Mito Mobile Flex / Advanced Red Light Therapy Belt – 1 Year
Warranty
Mito Red Original 2.0 – 2 Year Warranty
MitoPRO Series & MitoPERFORM Series & MitoADAPT Series – 3 Year Warranty
The Warranties above are valid only to original purchaser if item purchased
directly from www.mitoredlight.com or
authorized reseller and is non-transferable. The warranty period starts the
date the original purchased unit is delivered.
The warranty covers any defects in material or workmanship under normal use
during the arranty period. During the warranty period, Mito Red will replace,
at no charge, products that prove defective because of improper material or
workmanship, under normal use and maintenance.
Mito Red will replace the products at no charge. For the first 180 days, Mito
Red will be responsible for all shipping costs related to your request. After
the first 180 days, buyer will be responsible for product shipping charges and
related coverage while in transit to Mito Red. Please retain the tracking
information for proof of delivery to us.
The warranty does not cover any problem that is caused by damage resulting
from your negligence, improper maintenance, improper use, experimental use, or
modifications; the warranty does not cover theft or loss of the product.
To obtain warranty service, you must first contact us at
info@mitoredlight.com to determine the problem
and the most appropriate solution for you. You may be asked to provide proof
of any defects, and therefore you should maintain photos and videos of any
alleged defects.
Refund Policy
Mito Red offers a full 60-day trial of all products. The 60-day trial period
commences upon customer’s receipt of the product. Return shipping is paid by
you. We require that returns be sent back in the original packaging to prevent
damage in transit. You shall retain the tracking information to provide proof
of delivery to Mito Red. Mito Red is not liable for lost or damaged return
shipments and we reserve the right to charge for any damages you caused to the
product.
Refunds for customers choosing to return during the 60-day trial period are
100% of product cost – any elective expedited shipping costs and international
shipping costs are non-refundable.
Returns must note your full name and order number. Returns must be postmarked
before the end of the 60-day trial period. Returns after the 60-day trial
period will not be accepted.
If the returned product is damaged in any way or returned in an unsellable
condition. the shipment will be refused and returned to sender.
Return Shipping
To return your product, you should mail your product to:
Mito Red Light, Inc
9319 N 94th Way #400
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
No RMA is required. Please reference your name and order number on the return
label.
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References
- Mito Red Light | Red Light Therapy Devices for your Home
- User Manuals and Video Tutorials | Mito Red Light
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