Reverse Ovarian Aging with Red Light Therapy
A New Hope for Fertility
If you're dealing with low AMH, high FSH, or the natural challenges of ovarian aging, it can feel overwhelming to find safe and effective options. A new study suggests significant improvements in AMH and FSH levels. In the study, the mice were treated with Photobiomodulation (PBM) for approximately 8 weeks.
No Energy = No Reproduction
Dr Robert Casper (Canada) explains - think of your reproductive system like a forgotten flashlight on the top shelf of a closet - especially if your reproductive system has been switched off for years (due to the contraceptive pill). You try to switch it on, but it won’t work. If you replace those batteries, the flashlight shines bright again. If the ovaries don’t have the ability to produce enough energy we need to get those cells powered up. Over time, due to age, inflammation, or illness, our body’s "batteries" start to run down. You keep trying to power the ovaries, but there’s not enough energy to get them working efficiently. PBM acts like that new set of batteries, giving your cells the boost they need by restoring energy, reducing inflammation, and enhancing ovarian function.
In a recent study, aging mice were treated with PBM for two months, and the results were nothing short of remarkable. The researchers used a semiconductor laser emitting at 650 nm, applying the treatment for either 5 or 10 minutes at a dose of 2 or 4 J/cm². After treatment, the mice showed significant improvements in hormone levels, healthier follicles, and reduced oxidative stress.
The study specifically used laser therapy rather than LED. While both can be effective in PBM, lasers allow for deeper tissue penetration, which is crucial when targeting ovarian cells and promoting hormone production and follicle development.
Key Findings
Hormonal Improvements: PBM led to a 26% decrease in FSH levels, helping regulate the reproductive cycle. Even more impressively, it resulted in a 32% increase in estradiol (E2) and a 28% boost in anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH)—both critical markers of ovarian health and fertility.
Follicle Development: The therapy also increased the number of primordial and growing follicles, key to improving ovulation potential and egg quality.
Oxidative Stress & Inflammation: PBM effectively reduced oxidative stress and inflammation in the ovaries—both major contributors to ovarian aging.
Mitochondrial Boost: By enhancing mitochondrial function, PBM provided the cells with the energy they needed for healthier reproduction, improving mitochondrial membrane potential and increasing ATP production.
Recommendations from the Study
The research highlighted that a PBM dose of 4 J/cm² (10 minutes of exposure) was particularly effective in restoring ovarian health. The ability to boost hormone levels, reduce oxidative stress, and support mitochondrial function makes PBM a powerful option for women looking to improve fertility naturally.
Just like putting fresh batteries into a worn-out flashlight, PBM has the potential to “recharge” your reproductive organs, giving them the energy they need to function at their best. Whether you’re trying to conceive spontaneously, using IVF or IUI, PBM offers a gentle, non-invasive way to stack the odds in your favor of getting that BFP sooner rather than later.
If you're interested in learning more about how PBM can support your fertility journey, email me for details about our opening in November. We'd love to share how this therapy could make a difference for you.
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