Red Light Therapy for Female Pelvic Health and Fertility with Liz Frey of Fringe
Release Date: 11/26/2025
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I'm thrilled to bring you a conversation with Liz Frey, Pelvic Health Medical Director at Fringe. We dive into the fascinating world of red light therapy for female pelvic health and fertility. Liz shares her expertise as a pelvic health physiotherapist and introduces us to innovative tools like the Fringe Pelvic Wand, designed to support reproductive health and healing.
In our interview, we explore the science behind red light and near-infrared therapy, discuss how these modalities can help with conditions like endometriosis, PCOS, and recurrent infections, and talk about practical ways to integrate these therapies into your wellness routine. We also touch on the importance of pelvic floor health, breathing techniques, and how red light therapy may complement fertility treatments for both women and men.
In this episode, we cover:
- What red light therapy is and how it works for pelvic health
- The development and features of the Fringe Pelvic Wand
- Scientific evidence and patient testimonials on red light therapy
- How red light and blue light can help with tissue healing, inflammation, and infections
- Practical advice on using the wand and wraps, including frequency, cleaning, and comfort
- The role of pelvic floor physiotherapy and why it matters for reproductive health
- How red light therapy may support fertility treatments and even benefit men
Resources:
- Fringe Heals website: https://fringeheals.com - use code eggwhisperer25 between November 26-30 for 25% off
- Blog and research links on the Fringe site
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/fringe heels
- Contact: hi@fringeheals.com
- Proximal Priority Theory on National Library of Medicine (Dr. Oshiro)
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