TREATMENTS
LED therapy after skin procedures
LED light therapy may support recovery after skin procedures, alongside the usual wound care and follow-up.
- Used after excision, biopsy, RF or PDT
- Considered for higher-risk healing sites
- Usually 15–20 minutes per session
Why we use LED after procedures
At Spot Check Clinic, LED is used as an adjunct to care after procedures such as excision, biopsy and lesion removal. Your clinician will explain whether it is appropriate for your treatment.
Evidence and expectations
Small clinical studies suggest that low-level light therapy may help wound healing and post-procedure discomfort. Evidence varies between procedures, devices and treatment schedules. It does not establish a predictable percentage reduction in healing time or guarantee prevention of raised scars.
A preliminary 830 nm study followed five patients with different wounds and reported improvement. Without a control group, it could not show how much improvement was due to LED rather than normal healing or other care.
Wavelengths
830 nm is near-infrared light, which is not visible. The Healite II manufacturer describes a 590 nm yellow/amber photosequencing step before 830 nm treatment. These are different wavelengths; the visible yellow light is not the 830 nm treatment.
The wavelength and settings are selected for the purpose of treatment. Expected benefits and limitations will be discussed before treatment.
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LED does not replace dressings, wound-care instructions or medical review. Contact the clinic about worsening pain, redness, swelling or discharge.
What to expect
The LED head is positioned close to the treatment area and protective eyewear is provided. Tell the clinician if the light, warmth or position feels uncomfortable.
Sessions usually last 15–20 minutes. The timing and number of sessions are discussed as part of your procedure plan.
Fees
Ask whether LED is included in your procedure aftercare or charged separately. Any additional cost will be explained before treatment.
How to prepare
If the treatment is to be performed on your face, do not wear any cosmetics, tinted moisturiser or tinted sunscreen on the day of treatment.
Tell your clinician about all medicines and skin products you use, medical conditions and any history of light sensitivity or reactions to light treatment. They will advise whether treatment is suitable. Do not stop prescribed medication without advice from your prescribing doctor.
Side effects and warnings
LED is usually well tolerated, but it is not suitable for everyone. Tell your clinician about medicines or conditions that cause light sensitivity and any history of reactions to light treatment. Follow the protective-eyewear instructions and report discomfort during the session.
Recovery restrictions from your main procedure still apply.
Part of the scar minimisation pathway
LED light therapy is one component of the structured scar minimisation protocol at Spot Check Clinic. Find out how we approach healing after skin procedures.
Find out about scar minimisation