Forrest Smith

Forrest Smith

Job Title: Founder & CEO
Company: Kineon Labs
LinkedIn: @the-forrest-smith
Location: Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Bio: Forrest Smith is the CEO and co-founder at Kineon. He is an entrepreneur, business operator, strategic planner and leader. Forrest is fluent in Mandarin and English. He also speaks conversational Spanish

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back

Using Red Light Therapy After Back Surgery
With the back being the center of the body, helping us to move, bend over, rotate, walk, and stand up straight, any damage can feel like a signific...
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Women's Health

Endometriosis and Red Light Therapy
Endometriosis is a hormone-dependent and inflammatory disease, characterized by the presence and growth of endometrial tissue outside the uterine c...
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25min read

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Muscle Recovery

The Ultimate Guide to Muscle Recovery Supplements: 7 Must-Haves
Not having a solid muscle recovery plan or not prioritizing this can hinder progress, lead to overtraining and injury, and leave you feeling incred...
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hip Red Light Therapy

Revitalize Your Recovery: Red Light Therapy After Hip Surgery
From a total hip replacement to hip resurfacing, having to endure any kind of surgery can be a strange mix of relief and dread. To help you have a ...
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15min read

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Pain

The Link Between Pain and Your Biological Age + Tips to Get Moving Again
Chronic pain has been linked to accelerated biological aging, but lifestyle choices can significantly impact this. Regular physical activity and ba...
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10min read

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Pain

Understanding Biological Age Versus Chronological Age
Biological age, determined by cellular health, can differ from chronological age and is pivotal in assessing health and lifespan. Lifestyle choices...
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Red Light Therapy Tendonitis

Does Red Light Therapy Help Tendonitis
There isn’t a fix-all surgery or way to overcome tendonitis pain at the click of a finger. But instead of simply putting up with the condition, con...
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Red Light Therapy

Low Level Laser Therapy: Everything You Should Know
In low level light therapy specifically, the energy in specific wavelengths of light is used (on a much smaller scale) to target pain at its source...
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16min read

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Red Light Therapy

Infrared Therapy 101: Health Benefits and Risks
While infrared light research isn’t new, the concept of light therapy is starting to become more commonplace as an option for dealing with pain, in...
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16min read

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Neck

Healing Neck Pain: The Power of Infrared Light Therapy
Though limited neck pain can be alleviated with over-the-counter pharmacy medications, more serious and long-lasting neck pain needs a deeper treat...
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16min read

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Red Light Therapy

13 Common Mistakes To Avoid With Red Light Therapy
Red Light Therapy is a therapeutic technique involves exposing the body to red wavelengths of light, which stimulate cellular repair and regenerati...
Forrest Smith

22min read

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Muscle Recovery

Red Light Therapy's Impact on Sports Performance
Injury data showed that 43% of athletes will get at least one injury per season, some suffering multiple injuries, with each injury causing on aver...
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12min read

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Near-Infrared Light Therapy

The Ultimate Guide to Light Therapy Options: Red, Cold Laser, Low-Level Laser, and Near Infrared
The science and technology behind light therapy have evolved significantly over recent years. Let’s look at the fascinating world of light therapy,...
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15min read

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Knee

From Suffering to Healing: Cold Laser Therapy and Knee Pain
Knee pain is the second most commonly felt chronic pain. This is when many turn to alternative solutions like cold laser therapy for knee pain. To ...
Forrest Smith

16min read

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Red Light Therapy

Photobiomodulation Vs. Red Light Therapy: Is Photobiomodulation the Same As Red Light Therapy?
Photobiomodulation expands home care treatments beyond traditional medical centers. As it becomes mainstream with red light therapy, understanding ...
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13min read

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Home Sweet Healing: Near-Infrared Light Therapy At Home
Near-Infrared Light Therapy

Home Sweet Healing: Near-Infrared Light Therapy At Home
Allowing everyone and anyone to take charge of their health, near-infrared light therapy can accelerate healing on a whole new level - making it a ...
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17min read

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Red Light Therapy

Cold Laser Therapy: Everything You Need to Know
Where cold laser therapy specifically excels, however, is through its power to heal. It offers pain relief, enhances tissue repair, and reduces inf...
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18min read

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Red Light Therapy

The Healing Power of Near-Infrared Light: 11 Key Benefits
With near-infrared light therapy benefits spanning pain relief, reduced inflammation, and even the possibility of a healthier and happier life, it’...
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14min read

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Shoulder

Shoulder Recovery Exercises For Rotator Cuff And Shoulder Rehabilitation
Damage to the rotator cuff or other parts of the shoulder can be debilitating and lead to a reduced quality of life or impaired functional capabili...
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16min read

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Shoulder

Relieving Pain with Red Light Therapy After Shoulder Surgery
Red light therapy is explored as a promising method for improving post-shoulder surgery recovery. It aims to alleviate discomfort, reduce inflammat...
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10min read

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Science

Alleviating Arthritis Pain with Light Therapy: A Review of Photobiomodulation Research
Photobiomodulation, or light therapy, offers a promising non-invasive and drug-free approach to ease arthritis symptoms, including joint pain and s...
Forrest Smith

7min read

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Science

Photobiomodulation and Inflammation Reduction: Exploring Light Therapy's Impact on Inflammatory Processes
Light therapy, or photobiomodulation, demonstrated its potential in reducing inflammation by modulating the production of pro-inflammatory cytokine...
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Science

Easing Neuropathy Symptoms with Light Therapy: A Review of Photobiomodulation Research
Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. That said, photobiomodulation, commonly known as light therapy, has...
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Science

Accelerating Sports Injury Recovery with Light Therapy: A Review of Photobiomodulation Research
Athletes, whether they are professionals or amateurs, often face sports injuries like muscle strains, sprains, and tendonitis. A promising treatmen...
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Science

The Biphasic Dose Curve Principle in Light Therapy
The biphasic dose curve, also known as the Arndt-Schulz Law or hormesis, is a principle that explains how the response to a treatment depends on it...
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5min read

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Red Light Therapy Science

Accelerating Wound Healing with Light Therapy: A Review of Photobiomodulation Research
Photobiomodulation, commonly known as light therapy, has shown promise in promoting faster and more efficient wound healing. This article will delv...
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17min read

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Science

Photobiomodulation and Enhanced Blood Circulation: Understanding the Benefits of Light Therapy for Cardiovascular Health
Having good blood circulation is important for our overall health because it helps deliver oxygen and nutrients to our body's tissues while getting...
Forrest Smith

6min read

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Science

Understanding the Limitations of Light Therapy Panels: The Inverse Square Law and Dosage Challenges
Light therapy or photobiomodulation is commonly used to provide therapeutic light to the body, helping with tissue repair, reducing inflammation, a...
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5min read

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Science

Light Therapy for Acute and Chronic Pain: A Deep Dive into Photobiomodulation Research
Light therapy, also known as photobiomodulation, has emerged as a promising approach for managing acute and chronic pain by reducing inflammation a...
Forrest Smith

7min read

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A Comprehensive Guide to Photobiomodulation
Science

A Comprehensive Guide to Photobiomodulation
In this comprehensive guide, we'll dive deep into the world of light therapy to help you understand how it works, its different types, and its pote...
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12min read

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