Handheld tools for muscle inflammation and soreness

Red / near‑IR handheld photobiomodulation (PBM) devices (e.g., dpl® Nüve Pain handheld)

Handheld PBM used over sore muscle groups; goal is reduced soreness/inflammation markers and improved recovery (evidence varies by dose).

Chandrasekaran S, et al. (2025). Effects of photomodulation therapy for delayed onset muscle soreness: systematic review and meta‑analysis. Sports, 10(3):277.