Red Light Therapy in Axminster (NovoTHOR® Full-Body Treatment)
Looking for red light therapy in Axminster / East Devon? NovoTHOR® is a professional, full-body red + near‑infrared light therapy bed used to support recovery, pain reduction, tissue healing and performance.
At East Devon Physical Therapy (Axminster, EX13 5PQ) we use NovoTHOR as part of an evidence-led plan — sometimes as a stand-alone session, and often alongside physiotherapy, rehab, or other technologies depending on what you’re trying to achieve.
How NovoTHOR Works
Just as specific wavelengths of light can treat conditions like psoriasis or synthesise vitamin D in our skin, NovoTHOR’s specialised red and near-infrared light wavelengths trigger powerful healing responses in your body. This advanced therapy stimulates cellular energy production, increases blood circulation, reduces inflammation, and accelerates tissue repair. The result is faster recovery, reduced pain, and enhanced overall wellbeing.
Professional-Grade Technology
NovoTHOR represents the gold standard in light therapy, chosen by Olympic athletes, NBA playoff teams, and professional sports organisations worldwide. It’s the same technology trusted by the US Military for operational readiness and leading medical facilities across the globe. As the only system with FDA, CE, TGA, and NATO clearance, NovoTHOR’s effectiveness is backed by extensive research and published in leading journals including The British Medical Journal and The Lancet.
What is NovoTHOR® Red Light Therapy?
NovoTHOR® is a whole-body light therapy system that delivers red and near‑infrared wavelengths to the body. This is commonly described as photobiomodulation (PBM).
In simple terms: the goal is to support your body’s natural recovery processes by influencing cellular energy pathways and circulation — which is why people use it for pain, stiffness, recovery from training, and long-term health goals.
What Can Red Light Therapy Help With?
People book NovoTHOR sessions for a range of reasons. Common goals include:
- Pain relief (acute or persistent)
- Recovery from exercise (training load, DOMS, heavy weeks)
- Stiffness and joint mobility support
- Tendon, muscle and soft tissue recovery support (as part of a plan)
- Energy and wellbeing support
- Support alongside long-term conditions such as fibromyalgia, arthritis and chronic pain (where appropriate)
If you’re not sure whether gait analysis is the right starting point, book in — we’ll guide you to the most appropriate assessment.
What Happens in a NovoTHOR Session?
NovoTHOR is simple, comfortable, and non-invasive.
Typically you can expect:
- A quick check-in on your goal (pain, recovery, performance, wellbeing)
- Guidance on positioning and session setup
- A full-body light therapy session in the NovoTHOR bed
- Clear next steps (how often to use it, what to combine it with, and what to track)
Many people use NovoTHOR as part of a broader rehab or performance plan, especially when returning to sport or building training consistency.
NovoTHOR in East Devon: Why Our Clinic?
We’re proud to be one of the few clinics offering NovoTHOR red light therapy outside London, with easy access for patients across East Devon, Dorset and Somerset.
Patients commonly travel to us from Seaton, Lyme Regis, Honiton, Sidmouth, Chard, Exeter, Bridport, Yeovil, Dorchester and Taunton.
Evidence-led Care (Science, Not Magic)
Red light therapy is popular online — but outcomes depend on using the right approach for the right person at the right time.
At East Devon Physical Therapy, we:
- Keep it evidence-informed and clinically sensible
- Use NovoTHOR as a tool, not a miracle cure
- Combine it with the right inputs when needed (rehab, loading, strength work, recovery planning)
If your goal is injury rehab, we can integrate NovoTHOR with services like physiotherapy, rehab programmes, and (when appropriate) other technologies such as LASER or the AlterG Anti‑Gravity Treadmill.
WHO is Red Light Therapy for?
NovoTHOR may be a good fit if you:
- Want to reduce pain and stiffness without medication escalation
- Train regularly and want better recovery
- Have a persistent issue and want an additional recovery input alongside rehab
- Want a professional-grade option rather than home devices with limited output
If you have complex medical conditions, are currently under specialist care, or you’re unsure about suitability, just tell us when you book and we’ll advise.
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