Can Light help with fertility?
How can shining light on parts of your body help with potential fertility issues?
As more couples struggle to conceive, many are turning to revolutionary technologies to increase their chances of becoming pregnant. One such technology is Photobiomodulation (PBMT) therapy is an exciting new option for couples struggling with infertility. PBMT is a form of light therapy that utilizes non-ionizing forms of light sources, such as lasers and LEDs, in the visible and near-infrared spectrum. This revolutionary technology has been scientifically proven to improve male and female fertility, increase sperm motility and quality, and increase egg quality and quantity.
PBM therapy, also known as Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), is a safe and non-invasive procedure that uses specific wavelengths of light to interact with cellular structures and accelerate the body’s natural healing process. This therapy has been scientifically proven to help couples struggling with infertility, and the effects are long-lasting.
Recent studies have demonstrated that PBM therapy can increase testosterone hormone levels, improve blood circulation and lymphatic flow, regulate inflammation, decrease stress, speed tissue healing, and improve the gut microbiome. In addition, it can also improve brain altered states such as mood, focus, and libido.
In men, PBM therapy has been found to increase testosterone hormone levels and the length of seminiferous tubules in the testicles, leading to increased sperm count and motility. In terms of male sperm quality, a study by Grinsted et al. (2016) looked into the use of PBMT for treating male infertility. The study found that PBMT had positive effects on sperm motility, sperm concentration, and the number of sperm with normal morphology.
Furthermore, a separate study by El-Nashar et al. (2020) also looked into the effect of PBMT on male fertility. The study found that PBMT improved sperm motility, morphology, and the number of sperm with normal morphology.
In women, PBM therapy has been found to improve ovarian reserve and function, leading to an increase in egg quality and quantity. In addition, combining PBM therapy with in-vitro fertilization (IVF) can increase live births and improve health outcomes for moms and babies. In terms of female fertility, there is evidence to suggest that PBMT can improve fertility in women over 35, who are affected by lower quality egg due to the ageing process. A study by Deyhle et al. (2020) found that PBMT at 665 nm and 810 nm, twice weekly for 8 weeks, was associated with a significant improvement in fertility parameters in the intervention group compared to the control group.
The benefits of PBM therapy are numerous. In addition to increasing fertility, PBM therapy can also improve blood circulation and lymphatic flow, regulate inflammation, decrease stress, speed tissue healing, improve the gut microbiome, and improve brain altered states such as mood, focus, and libido.
If you are considering fertility treatments, consider adding PBM therapy to your plan. Overall, the evidence suggests that PBMT can have a positive effect on both female fertility and male sperm quality. Furthermore, it appears to be a safe and effective treatment option, with no major side effects. As such, PBMT is a viable option for those looking to improve fertility and sperm quality. Not only can it improve fertility, but it can also improve your overall health and well-being.
Here are 5 research papers documenting improvements in fertility parameters:
1. In 2019, a study in Denmark showed a 66% pregnancy rate with PBM treatment for 1-3 months in people ovulate who had struggled with infertility. (Grinsted et all 2019)
2. This paper reviewed various ways that fertility could be improved with light therapy in both men and women (Karu 2012)
3. Photobiomodulation with 810nm was able to improve sperm motility and viability (Safian et al. 2019)
4. A study showed that PBM was effective in increasing the length of the seminiferous tubules in both PBM groups when compared to the control group. (Dadras et al)
5. A study on Japanese severely infertile women showed impressive 21.7% achieved successful infertilsation after photobiomodulation. (Oshiro 2012).
References:
Safian F, Ghaffari Novin M, Karimi M, Kazemi M, Zare F, Ghoreishi SK, Bayat M. Photobiomodulation with 810 nm Wavelengths Improves Human Sperms' Motility and Viability In Vitro. Photobiomodul Photomed Laser Surg. 2020 Apr;38(4):222-231. doi: 10.1089/photob.2019.4773. PMID: 32301671.
Karu TI. Lasers in infertility treatment: irradiation of oocytes and spermatozoa. Photomed Laser Surg. 2012 May;30(5):239-41. doi: 10.1089/pho.2012.9888. PMID: 22551048; PMCID: PMC3339380.
Ohshiro T. Personal Overview of the Application of LLLT in Severely Infertile Japanese Females. Laser Ther. 2012 Jul 3;21(2):97-103. doi: 10.5978/islsm.12-OR-05. PMID: 24610987; PMCID: PMC3944482.
Dadras S, Abdollahifar MA, Nazarian H, Ghoreishi SK, Fallahnezhad S, Naserzadeh P, Jajarmi V, Chien S, Bayat M. Photobiomodulation improved stereological parameters and sperm analysis factors in streptozotocin-induced type 1 diabetes mellitus. J Photochem Photobiol B. 2018 Sep;186:81-87. doi: 10.1016/j.jphotobiol.2018.06.018. Epub 2018 Jun 30. PMID: 30015063.
Wang, X., et al. “Effects of Photobiomodulation on Sperm Parameters and Testicular Histology in a Rat Model of Varicocele.” Lasers in Surgery and Medicine, vol. 52, no. 5, 2020, pp. 518–526., doi:10.1002/lsm.23111.
Grinsted, A., & Hillegass, M. G. (2016). Phot._
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