Photomedicine

Photomedicine is when doctors use a special type of light to help heal people's bodies.



Let’s imagine you fell down and scraped your knee. Your mom or dad probably put a bandage on it to help it heal faster. Now, imagine if your mom or dad had a special flashlight that they shined on your knee after they put the bandage on. That light would help speed up the healing process even more!



That special light is what doctors use in photomedicine. They use it to heal wounds, reduce pain, and even help with some diseases. It’s kind of like a superhero shining a light to save the day!



The special light used in photomedicine is called low-level laser therapy. The laser is so tiny that you can’t see it, and it doesn't hurt your skin. It’s like a tiny magical light that only works on your inside.



When the light shines on the area that needs healing, it tells your body to make more cells to help fix the problem. It’s like sending an emergency signal to your body to start working faster!



So, the next time you fall down and scrape your knee, just remember that doctors can use a special light to help you heal faster. It’s like having a superhero flashlight that helps your body heal itself!