TITLE:
The Case Report on the Effectiveness of Infrared Light on Acid Burn Victim
AUTHORS:
Maha Farhina
KEYWORDS:
Infrared Therapy, Acid Burns, Photobiomodulation, Low Light Laser Therapy, Red Light
JOURNAL NAME:
Case Reports in Clinical Medicine,
Vol.11 No.12,
December
29,
2022
ABSTRACT: Burn injuries are common in Pakistan. However, most people are reluctant to have infrared treatment for their wounds. This study investigated the efficacy of infrared treatment on burn wounds. The procedure involved a burn victim who had sustained acid burns to the neck and face. Nectrotomy was done to remove dead tissue from the burn wound, and after treatment, Low-Level Light was used to reduce pain and enhance healing in the patient. Initial results showed mild hypertrophic scars, no stiffness. Post-operation therapy included physical training regimens and massage. The patient showed satisfactory results and felt less tightness in neck movements by the following treatment. The article concludes by showing that infrared light promoted repair and regrowth at a cellular level.