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What It Can Help With Infrared therapy shines for back pain (more on my results below), but its range is bigger than that: Chronic pain: relaxes muscles and lessens joint pain by boosting circulation and reducing inflammation, useful for long-term conditions like arthritis, neuropathy, and tendinitis Acute pain: helps take the edge off sudden, sharp flare-ups Injury recovery: supports faster healing after an injury Workout recovery: eases soreness and improves blood flow so you're ready for the next session Muscle spasms: relaxes the tightness that triggers them in the first place The Research (And My Own Results) This isn't wishful thinking