How Phototherapy Patches Works
Non-Invasive Phototherapy Designed to Support the Body’s Natural Recovery Processes
LifeWave IceWave Phototherapy Patches are being used globally by practitioners looking to support:
relief
circulation
nervous system regulation
recovery and movement
Unlike topical products or transdermal patches, IceWave patches contain no active ingredients that enter the body.
Instead, they utilise patented phototherapy technology designed to interact with the body through light.
Science Behind LifeWave IceWave Phototherapy Patches
A complementary technology for integrative equine veterinary and animal care.
IceWave® Phototherapy Patches use proprietary technology designed to reflect specific wavelengths of light back toward the skin and may be applied at selected acupuncture, meridian or treatment points.
The technology draws on principles associated with:
Phototherapy and photobiomodulation
Acupuncture and acupoint stimulation
Meridian-based placement
Neuromuscular and nervous system support
Rather than delivering drugs or active ingredients through the skin, IceWave is designed to work with the body’s own physiological processes.
Veterinary and animal health practitioners can integrate IceWave as a complementary tool alongside modalities such as:
Massage and manual therapies
Myofascial techniques
Acupuncture
PEMF therapies
Rehabilitation and mobility programs
Red light and other light-based therapies
Integrative veterinary care
Its non-invasive, non-transdermal format makes it a great option for practitioners interested in integrating phototherapy technology into holistic animal care. It is especially supportive in after-session treatments and take-home products for clients.
SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH RESULTS
So, what are Icewave patches made of?
Lifewave ICEWAVE patches are a wearable phototherapy non-transdermal sticky patch that reflects or emits specific wavelengths of light to elevate levels of the copper peptide GHK-CU.
Patches use layers of patented organic nanocrystal technology and works through photobiomodulation (a type of phototherapy) and acupressure.
When applied to the skin or fur, they reflect specific wavelengths of infrared light to specific acupoints, which then signal to the body to work toward optimal energy flow.
Inspired by Acupuncture & Meridian Principles
Many practitioners integrate IceWave using:
acupuncture point selection
trigger point assessment
fascial restriction mapping and
meridian balancing principles.
Phototherapy patches are non-invasive, drug-free and needle-free. They offer practitioners and animal owners a gentle way to support the body’s natural regulatory system and cellular healing.
Patented Technology Developed by LifeWave
LifeWave technology was developed by inventor David Schmidt and is protected by multiple international patents relating to phototherapy and light-based stimulation technologies.
The technology has been explored across:
support applications
athletic recovery
circulation support and
performance.
Today, LifeWave products are used internationally by:
health practitioners
rehabilitation professionals
athletes and
equine therapists seeking non-invasive support tools.
Research & Scientific Exploration
The science behind photobiomodulation and light-based stimulation continues to evolve rapidly with increased practitioner interest in how non-invasive light therapies support recovery and performance in horses.
Emerging research in the fields of:
infrared light
cellular signalling
circulation
nitric oxide pathways and
neuromodulation
LifeWave has conducted two significant scientific studies using thermal imaging and practitioner-based applications to explore physiological responses associated with icewave and aculife patch placement.
This infrared series reveals the two sides of the horse and how the thermal difference is very clean on the right side of the horse with great change noted to the right shoulder and neck regions.
Acupuncture palpation data showed that overall horses responded well to wearing Lifewave IceWave Phototherapy Patches and exhibited a consistent reduction in the scale point.
Learn more about the clinical studies below:
Supporting Circulation, Recovery & Nervous System Regulation
Many practitioners observe that animals receiving IceWave support may demonstrate:
=> reduced guarding and tension
=> improved willingness to move
=> improved comfort
=> postural changes
=> better treatment retention between sessions.
From a clinical perspective, practitioners use IceWave to help support:
✔ local circulation and blood flow
✔ nervous system regulation
✔ fascial integration
✔ meridian flow
✔ muscle recovery
✔ modulation pathways.
IceWave phototherapy patches may be valuable for animals experiencing:
muscular compensation patterns
performance fatigue
ongoing soreness & inflammation
difficulty holding treatment between sessions.
A Different Approach to Phototherapy
IceWave differs from many traditional therapy devices.
Unlike PEMF/EMP systems that deliver external electrical stimulation or red light therapy devices that emit photons directly into tissue, IceWave patches work continuously at the skin surface and acupuncture-point level for up to 72 hours following application.
This allows practitioners to continue supporting the horse well beyond the treatment session itself.
Explore IceWave Within Your Own Practice
IceWave® Phototherapy Patches can be explored by professionals across equine therapy and veterinary care. Choose the pathway most relevant to your practice.
EQUINE PRACTITIONERS
For equine massage therapists, bodyworkers, rehabilitation practitioners and acupuncture-focused therapists looking to integrate phototherapy into their sessions.
✔ Practitioner Kit — 15 sets of IceWave patches
✔ Placement & protocol guides
✔ Practitioner integration resources
✔ Business education materials
VETERINARY PROFESSIONALS
For veterinarians and veterinary professionals interested in integrating IceWave technology, download these resources that outline the research and its potential place within integrative animal care.
✔ Phototherapy technology information
✔ Published equine research
✔ Practitioner resources
✔ Professional purchasing information
