Sports Injury Recovery | Photizo Sport
Red Light Therapy for Sports Injuries
Recovery between sessions, not on the sideline
Hamstrings. Shins. Shoulders. Knees. Photizo Sport gives you a simple, drug-free way to support recovery from non-chronic sports-related pain at home, in 31 seconds per area.
Shop Photizo SportCommon Uses
- Muscle Strains & Tears
- Sprains & Ligament Injuries
- Post-Training Soreness
At a Glance
- 31-Second Programmed Dose
- Drug-Free & Non-Invasive
- CE Marked for Non-Chronic Injury-Related Pain
How Light Therapy Works for Sport
The science behind the recovery window your training plan depends on
Dual-Wavelength PBM
Photizo Sport delivers 633nm red and 850nm near-infrared light to the treatment area. These wavelengths are used in photobiomodulation, where light interacts with biological tissue and cellular processes associated with pain and recovery.
Supports Local Circulation
Photobiomodulation has also been studied for its effects on local circulation. Photizo Sport is designed to temporarily increase blood circulation in the treatment area as part of its wider use for sports-related pain and recovery.
31 Seconds Per Area
One press delivers one pre-programmed 31-second dose. Move the device point by point across the painful area, following the manufacturer's treatment schedule and your rehabilitation plan.
Part of the Rehab Plan
Photizo Sport is designed to complement appropriate rehabilitation, not replace it. Continue the exercise, loading and treatment plan recommended by your physiotherapist or healthcare professional.
Common Areas People Use It
Place the probe directly against clean, dry skin and work point by point across the painful area, following the instructions supplied with your device.
Hamstrings & Quads
For muscle soreness, strains and overuse-related pain after training or sport.
Calves & Shins
For localised soreness and non-chronic pain associated with running, field sports and repetitive training.
Knees
For sports-related joint pain, sprains and surrounding soft-tissue soreness.
Shoulders
For localised pain following training, throwing, lifting or repetitive upper-body activity.
Ankles
For pain associated with minor sprains, strains and other non-chronic sports injuries.
Elbows & Forearms
For localised overuse-related pain from racket sports, golf, lifting and repetitive movement.
What the Research Shows
Peer-reviewed evidence on photobiomodulation in sports injury and recovery, including what it does not show. Neither review tested Photizo Sport.
Pain in Injured Athletes
A 2024 systematic review and meta-analysis examined six randomised controlled trials involving 205 competitive and recreational athletes with musculoskeletal injuries. Photobiomodulation was associated with a reduction in pain compared with control treatments. Of the two trials that measured time to return to play, neither supported a benefit.
These studies used a range of photobiomodulation devices and protocols and did not test Photizo Sport specifically. They support photobiomodulation as an adjunct for pain during sports-injury rehabilitation, not as a shortcut back to sport.
Morgan RM, Wheeler TD, Poolman MA, et al. J Strength Cond Res. 2024;38(6):e310-e319.Post-Exercise Muscle Soreness
A 2025 systematic review of 19 studies involving 672 healthy adults found that photobiomodulation applied before exercise reduced muscle soreness 24 hours after exercise-induced muscle damage. The authors rated the certainty of the evidence as low to moderate depending on the intervention, and the studies used different devices, doses and protocols, so the results cannot be transferred directly to Photizo Sport.
Canez MS, da Silva LI, Ferreira GD, et al. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2025;44:570-584.Frequently Asked Questions
How long until I notice a difference?
There is no reliable timeline. Response varies depending on the injury, its severity and the individual. Follow the manufacturer's recommended treatment schedule rather than increasing the dose or frequency if you do not notice an immediate change.
Can I use it on a new sports injury?
Photizo Sport is designed for non-chronic injury-related pain. For a new injury, make sure you know what you are treating and seek medical assessment where appropriate. Significant or worsening pain, heavy swelling or bruising, difficulty putting weight on the injury, numbness, or an injury that looks deformed should be assessed rather than self-treated. Once appropriate, follow the manufacturer's acute-pain schedule of up to twice daily for two to three days, then two to three times a week, alongside any advice from your physiotherapist or healthcare professional.
Is Photizo Sport drug-free?
Yes. Photizo Sport uses red and near-infrared light and does not deliver medication or topical products.
Does it replace physiotherapy?
No. Photizo Sport is designed to sit alongside rehabilitation, not replace it. Your physiotherapist can assess the injury, guide loading and exercise progression, and determine when you are ready to return to sport.
How is it powered?
Photizo Sport has an internal high-capacity NiMH rechargeable battery, not replaceable cells. A full charge gives about an hour and a half of continuous treatment. Cold conditions reduce the number of doses per charge, and like any rechargeable battery the capacity drops over its life.
What is Photizo Sport intended for?
Photizo Sport is CE marked for the treatment of non-chronic injury-related pain. This includes pain associated with sports-related soft-tissue overuse, strains, sprains and similar acute injuries. More serious injuries should be medically assessed before you begin self-treatment.
Are there situations to avoid?
The Photizo Home Care instructions (PLT-MDF-01-03-03H-VER 7.0) list these precautions: do not use light therapy on any cancer or suspected cancerous mass; do not use on areas directly over a developing fetus in pregnancy; anyone with a seizure disorder should avoid looking directly at the light beam; and do not over-treat, as excessive daily use may cause over-stimulation and delayed healing. Do not place the probe on broken skin or open wounds. The device is an ancillary treatment used alongside medical care, and you should not discontinue prescribed medication. Read the manual in full before use.
Support between rehab sessions
Ships from Ireland. CE marked for the treatment of non-chronic injury-related pain.
Shop Photizo SportPhotizo Sport is a CE-marked medical device for home use. Content on this page is for informational purposes and does not replace medical advice. Always speak to your doctor or physiotherapist before starting a new recovery protocol, especially if you have a pre-existing condition, are pregnant, or are taking photosensitising medication. Individual results vary.