Table of Contents

This guide is designed to answer your most common questions on how to use your Total Spectrum device.

In this guide we will cover:

1. Best practices
2. Which mode to use for what
3. Other FAQs
4. Documents & videos

Welcome to RLT Home Healing

3 Rules of Thumb

Congratulations on choosing RLT Home's Total Spectrum Series – the world's most powerful red light therapy devices!

These innovative devices are transforming lives by addressing a wide range of conditions and promoting overall wellness and vitality. To ensure you get the most out of your device, it’s essential to use it correctly.

This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to maximize your benefits. If you have any questions, our friendly team is always here to help via live chat.

  • Use The Built-in Performance Modes

    Our built-in performance modes are designed using extensive research and are specifically tailored to deliver superior results.

  • Use Protective Eye-Wear

    Protects against high-intensity light damage, significantly reducing the risk of phototoxicity. Especially when the light is directed towards the eyes.

  • 5 Days a Week, 30 Minutes a Day

    Limit your use to 30-40 minutes a day and take a 2-day break each week. Overusing red light therapy may lead to diminishing returns.

Best Pre-Built Mode to Use for your Condition

Pre-built modes are designed using a large amount of human focused data and perform better than using "full power" for everything.

Skin & Anti Aging

Best for: Skin rejuvenation, acne, facial filler-related adverse reactions, facial veins, skin non-deep wounds, melasma, psoriasis, rosacea, wrinkles, lines, dermatitis, scars, UV skin damage and erythema, vitiligo and other similar conditions.

Mode settings
Red (633, 660nms): 80%
NIR (810, 830, 850nms): 20%
Deep NIR (1064nm): 0%
Blue (480nm): ON for first 4 Mins
Pulse: OFF

Distance of device: 3 feet away
Time duration: 10 mins
Days in a week: 5 days

Notes: Over-exposure or using the full power mode for facial skin may result in dry/ red/ burned facial skin. That's why it is advised to use this "Skin and Anti-aging mode" - it is specially designed based on successful studies. Start with 3 feet away and come closer in a few weeks if needed.

Eyewear: Use of protective glasses is advised, with eye-lids closed.

Pain & Inflammation

Conditions covered: Pain, inflammation, deeper wounds, ulcers, burns, tendon injuries, arthritis, osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, knee pain, heel pain, neuropathy, carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow, plantar fasciitis, TMD, muscle injuries, joint pain, sprain, strain, fracture, edema, swelling and other similar conditions.

Mode settings
Red (633, 660nms): 80%
NIR (810, 830, 850nms): 100%
Deep NIR (1064nm): 30%
Blue (480nm): Off for 2 mins, On for 1 Min - Repeat
Pulse: OFF

Distance of device: 1-2 feet away
Time duration: 15 mins
Days in a week: 5 days

Notes: Shine the light directly to the affected area and rotate the body part if needed. For example, we have seen more success with shining the light to the back of the knee than to the front.

Eyewear: Use of protective glasses is advised. If not shining the light directly to the eyes, then eyes can be open, otherwise, eyelids closed.

Fat Burn & Weight Loss

Conditions covered: Weight/fat loss, adipose, lipoplasty, body contouring, post-exercise recovery, athletic recovery, sport recovery, muscle recovery, pre- and post-workout, fitness assistance, performance enhancement, endurance, strength building, fatigue, metabolism, mitochondrial betterment, energy, aerobic performance, anaerobic performance, cycling, running, swimming and other physical activities.

Mode settings
Red (633, 660nms): 90%
NIR (810, 830, 850nms): 100%
Deep NIR (1064nm): 20%
Blue (480nm): OFF
Pulse: OFF

Distance of device: 2 feet away
Time duration: 20 mins
Days in a week: 5 days

Notes: For weight loss, shine the light to the body parts with excess weight. For physical endurance, shine the light to the torso, back, thighs.

Eyewear: Use of protective glasses is advised. If not shining the light directly to the eyes, then eyes can be open, otherwise, eyelids closed.

Mental Health & Brain

Conditions covered: Alzheimer’s, anxiety, autism, bipolar disorder, cerebral conditions, cognitive health, concussion, depression, EEG, fMRI, functional connectivity, mental health, neurology-related conditions, Parkinson’s, psychiatric disorders, psychology, stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI), memory function, attention improvement, focus and concentration, mood, dementia, ADHD, schizophrenia, OCD, PTSD, addiction etc.

Mode settings
Red (633, 660nms): 15%
NIR (810, 830, 850nms): 90%
Deep NIR (1064nm): 100%
Blue (480nm): OFF
Pulse: OFF

Distance of device: 1-2 feet away
Time duration: 15 mins
Days in a week: 5 days

Notes: Shine the light to the temples, forehead, top of the head and under the hairline at the back of the head in rotation for a few mins each.

Eyewear: Use of blackout goggles is advised due to high NIR and SWIR. If using protective reading glasses provided, eye-lids must be shut and light should not shine directly at the eyes.

Sleep

Conditions covered: Sleep, insomnia, circadian rhythm, melatonin related conditions, jet lag, sleep apnea, sleep disorders, sleep quality, sleep latency, REM sleep, deep sleep, slow-wave sleep, narcolepsy, restless leg syndrome, sleep paralysis, Kleine-Levin syndrome.

Mode settings
Red (633, 660nms): 20%
NIR (810, 830, 850nms): 80%
Deep NIR (1064nm): 20%
Blue (480nm): OFF
Pulse: OFF

Distance of device: 3-4 feet away
Time duration: 20 mins
Days in a week: 5 days

Notes: Shine the light to your torso and your face together. Keep eyelids closed. Some studies suggest shining the light to neck, back of the neck and wrists. Use twice: once upon waking and again 1–2 hours before sleep (10 minutes each).

Eyewear: Not necessary if eyelids are closed at 3-4 feet distance.

Full Power

Can be used for the following:

Complex Conditions:
Multifaceted Health Issues: For conditions where inflammation, pain, bacterial infections, and tissue repair are all concerns (like severe injuries or chronic conditions), full power might be used to address multiple aspects simultaneously.

Broad Spectrum Healing:
For healing large or complex wounds where multiple layers of tissue are involved, full spectrum light might offer benefits by addressing different aspects of the healing process from skin level to deep tissue repair (NIR).

For general wellness: Full power mode can also be used for general wellness but care should be taken to avoid over-exposure.

Mode settings
Red (633, 660nms): 100%
NIR (810, 830, 850nms): 100%
Deep NIR (1064nm): 100%
Blue (480nm): OFF
Pulse: OFF

Distance of device: 2-4 feet away
Time duration: 20 mins
Days in a week: 5 days

Notes: Shine the light to large body parts like the torso, back, thighs or full body.

Eyewear: Use of blackout goggles is advised due to high NIR and SWIR. If using protective reading glasses provided, eye-lids must be shut and light should not shine directly at the eyes.

Use the below link to access the cleaned human focused studies and search for your condition:

RLT Home Dataset

Vladimir's original sheet is here.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What Should I Wear?

    For the best results, wear minimal clothing or nothing at all to maximize skin exposure and ensure even light distribution and penetration for optimal cellular stimulation. While wearing clothing may slightly reduce the effectiveness of the therapy, it can still provide benefits if needed.

  • What if I have multiple conditions? How long can I use the device each day?

    As a general guideline, it’s best to limit your red light therapy sessions to 30-40 minutes per day, given the high irradiance of the Total Spectrum devices. If you’re targeting multiple conditions, divide the time between them while staying within this daily limit. Remember, with red light therapy, less is often more – and you’ll start noticing benefits within a few weeks.

  • What if my condition isn’t listed?

    If your condition isn’t listed, try selecting a condition that affects the same body part or penetrates to a similar depth, and use the corresponding performance mode. If you’re still unsure, don’t hesitate to reach out to our experts – we’ll be happy to help you create a customized plan.

  • Why Treat Different Body Parts Independently?

    Topical red light therapy matters because it ensures the photons reach deep into the specific tissues you’re targeting. Mitochondria - the tiny powerhouses inside each cell, need direct light exposure to boost their energy production where it’s most needed. While a general mitochondrial lift might offer broad benefits, it often falls short of delivering genuine, localised healing.

  • Why are Specific Modes More Effective than Full Power?

    Delivering a narrow, controlled range of wavelengths enhances the body’s ability to take in the light it truly needs, optimising absorption and ensuring the desired therapeutic effects.

    That’s why the majority of scientific studies and clinical protocols focus on a limited number of carefully chosen wavelengths rather than relying on a blanket, full-spectrum approach.

    For more complex scenarios, however, full power may be better. Ask us what's best for you.

  • Can You Help Make a Weekly Plan for Me?

    Yes! We have a trained LLM AI where we can feed complex requirements to get the best scientific weekly plans. This is built by our team on Open AI's o1 model (their most advanced yet). It is trained on successful human focused studies and results from our customers.

    Just go to our contact page and fill up the form explaining your conditions or pop onto our live chat.

    We are here to help. Selling the device to you in half the job done, making our Total Spectrum devices work for you is the more important half.

Important Resources

User manuals & videos:

1. Total Spectrum Mini, Compact and Max
    User manual - Download
    Mini stand installation - View
    Compact & Max wheeled stand installation - View

2. Total Spectrum Ultra
    User manual - Download
    Electric stand installation video: Watch
    Electric stand height memory: Watch
    Voice commands: Watch

3. Total Spectrum Elite
    User manual - Download
    Electric stand installation video: Watch
    Electric stand height memory: Watch
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