Can Red Light Therapy Cause Burns?

Burns from red light therapy are extremely rare when devices are used correctly. Most therapeutic devices use LEDs that produce minimal heat compared with traditional heat-based treatments.

Because the therapy relies primarily on light energy rather than heat, the risk of thermal injury is very low.

However, powerful professional equipment or improper use—such as placing the device too close to the skin for extended periods—could theoretically cause overheating.

To prevent this, users should follow recommended distances and session durations.