Red Light Therapy Improves AMH
“Will Red Light Therapy increase my AMH levels - is a question I’m frequently asked.
What is Red Light Therapy for Fertility?
Photobiomodulation (LLLT/PBM) is often referred to as red light therapy, uses targeted light therapy to stimulate cellular function and improve blood flow. By enhancing mitochondrial activity (the powerhouse of the cell) and reducing oxidative stress, laser therapy creates an optimal environment for reproductive health. Think of it as giving your cells a gentle nudge toward better performance, helping your body support conception from the inside out.
In Japan Dr.Yoshimasa Asada’s clinic used laser with a group of women, including those with low ovarian reserves and repeated IVF failures. The results were impressive.
Clinical Results: Red Light Therapy and Low AMH Success
Between 2010 and 2015, Dr. Asada’s team treated 188 women with laser therapy. Here’s what they found:
56.4% of patients attending the clinic achieved clinical pregnancies.
38.8% resulted in live births.
What was most surprising was that even women with undetectable Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) levels, saw positive changes.
In 17 women with undetectable AMH, 7 achieved clinical pregnancies, and gave birth.
In 13 women with an AMH level of 0.1, 5 women achieved clinical pregnancies and 6 gave birth
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Success Stories of Red Light Therapy for Fertility
Here’s the breakdown of the age groups:
In the age group of 20 - 29 = 5 achieved a clinical pregnancy, and 4 gave birth.
In a group of 95 women aged 30 - 39 = 65 achieved a clinical pregnancy and 48 gave birth.
In the last group of 87 women aged from 40 - 41 = 36 women achieved a clinical pregnancy and 21 gave birth.
Let’s take a look at the case studies from the Asada Clinic.
Case 1: A Journey to Parenthood at Age 41
A 41-year-old woman with undetectable AMH had laser therapy after 7 unsuccessful retrievals. With just 3 more retrievals and a second embryo transfer, she gave birth to a healthy baby.
Case 2: Overcoming Endometriosis and Low AMH
A 35-year-old woman with a history of endometriosis and multiple failed ART cycles finally had success after 10 laser sessions. Following one more retrieval she welcomed her baby.
Case 3: A Second Child with Red Light Therapy
Another 35-year-old with undetectable AMH levels turned to laser after multiple failed attempts for a second child. After just 6 laser sessions during a single cycle, she had her second baby.
Additional Benefits of Red Light Therapy for Fertility
While the goal was to support fertility, women also reported some other unexpected benefits, including:
Improved circulation: Many noticed relief from cold hands and feet.
Reduced tension: A significant reduction in shoulder stiffness and overall discomfort.
Peace of mind: As one patient shared, “I feel like I’ve done everything I can.”
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More Hopeful Research on Red Light Therapy for Low AMH
A more recent 2018 study from an international team of researchers offers a fascinating look at how photobiomodulation can modulate ovarian function in mature female mice. By exploring how one laser treatment impacts egg quality, hormone production, and overall ovarian health.
What Was This Study All About?
Researchers wanted to know: Can red light therapy help the ovaries work better? To find out, they used local laser treatments on mature female mice, and then checked changes in ovarian health, hormone levels (especially AMH), cell survival, and egg quality.
Quick Study Protocol
· Female mice had one ovary exposed to laser light 606 nm at either 100 or 200 J/cm² for 40 - 80 seconds.
· The other ovary (in the same mouse) served as a control— it didn’t receive laser.
· Ovaries were studied for follicle counts, hormone levels, markers for cell survival/cell death, blood vessel health, and IVF outcomes
Encouraging Findings
More “early stage” follicles: The laser treatment increased the number of primary and preantral follicles and decreased the percentage of luteal structures.
No damage to ovarian reserve: The number of primordial follicles (“backup eggs”) remained unchanged, which means laser did not deplete the ovary’s fundamental egg supply.
AMH boost: Ovaries treated with laser showed more follicles in early development that produced AMH - a key marker of ovarian reserve.
Lower progesterone: Treated ovaries had significantly reduced tissue progesterone, aligning with decreased CL (luteal structures) seen after laser treatment.
Healthier cells: Laser therapy reduced cell death (apoptosis) in the ovary, particularly in early antral follicles.
Better egg quality: Fewer eggs were recovered from treated ovaries, but a much higher percentage developed into 2-cell embryos after IVF - a marker of improved egg quality.
Improved blood vessels: Laser helped stabilize ovarian blood vessels, with a decrease in endothelial (blood vessel) area, but an increase in periendothelial cell area, suggesting better nutrient supply and tissue stability.
This study shows that targeted red light therapy can gently “coach” the ovary, supporting healthy egg development, improving AMH and rescuing eggs from the stress of cell death, all WITHOUT harming the baseline egg supply. It’s a hopeful sign for anyone looking into gentle, drug-free ways to support ovarian health and fertility, and it aligns beautifully with Dr. Asada’s human data!
Not convinced? Another animal study also had surprising results.
How Red Light Therapy Fits into Fertility Treatments
Dr. Asada’s findings underscore a crucial point: Laser therapy hasn’t become a primary treatment (yet), but it’s a powerful complementary therapy.
Dr. Asada’s work reminds us that innovation, persistence and courage go hand in hand when it comes to fertility care. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or exploring new options after setbacks, red light therapy for fertility is paving the way for more hopeful outcomes.
So, if you’re looking for an extra boost in your fertility journey, consider the possibilities of home laser therapy for low AMH.
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