with this help treat SAD condition? what are the lumens?
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I'm afraid I can't answer either question, since I don't know exactly what spectrum is needed to treat SAD. Nor do I know the lumens of the bulb. I do know, though, that I find it startling to look over in that direction (where the plants are) at night, because it seems as if the sun was out. Sometimes if I'm working beside that bulb I lose track of time and have no idea that the evening is so advanced because the light, well, it seems like daylight. Good luck!
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No. The light spectrum is design for plant growth. Try Blue Max therapy lamps for SAD.
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I'd say they'd be ineffective for treating SAD. Light boxes designed to treat SAD are typically rated for 10,000 lux. These don't list the lux rating, only the lumens, but I doubt they're intense enough. In order to be effective you'd probably have to use all 4 at once and sit near them for 2-3 hours. I would search for something more powerful than this if you intend to use it for light therapy purposes.
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Amanda, I know that it provides 3780 lumens, however, I do not have any photometric information at this time. That factory is in the process of moving, but if I can get anything further from them I will get back to you. Sorry -- Barry
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I know it's over a year since this was posted, but I think it is important to note ANY light being used for SAD or related mood disorders are supposed to be used in the EARLY morning, beginning around 6:30 AM, to mimic the sun's rising. THAT is the entire idea behind light therapy, to compensate for MORNING light that is absent in the fall and winter seasons. Using the light during the day or even worse, at night, can disturb sleep patterns and cause more harm than good.
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It can, There is a significant amount of research to support adding light therapy to mitigate SAD or "the winter blues" not so much to support ion therapy as beneficial, Bottom line: light therapy is inexpensive, easy, portable, and works for many people ... without side effects. exercise. reading self help material requires much more commitment
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Perhaps you could get an LED bulb. A 20 Watt LED bulb can give you the brightness of a 100 watt incandescent.
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not really. limited light. mine lasted for 2 weeks. then died. not worth the effort to replace battery.
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You must use an LED light! I use the Gelish 18g led lamp. It's a 20second cure and works perfectly
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As one who is getting older also I find that 750 lumens, the only real measure is adequate for general work but not detail. I use them to reduce energy cost and A/C but still miss my 85 watt incandescants.
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Yes, as long as it is 10,000 lux or greater it is recommended for treatment of SAD. It has helped me throughout the winter season. 30 minutes, daily in the am -Sit under at a 90 degree angle. It has been a life saver.
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My dad for many years used this type of bulb for his back pain. You just have o remember to be VERY careful, it is hot. You would need to put it in a sesperate fixture that is not any permenant household fixture
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I have major depression and when I use the light I feel better within 10 minutes. I feel it helps this and it gives me good energy. I would not use it more than 45 minutes at one time nor after 2-3 in the afternoon, it may keep you from sleeping well.
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Yes, it is. My psychiatrist recommended I use something like this. I did research, and the main thing she said was it needs to be 10,000 LUX. I've had mine for a number of years, and it helps a lot. I've given one as a gift and recommended it to others. I'm very happy with this product.
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There is no wavelength info on the box or unit itself. Its 10,000 LUX brightness is adequate for treatment of SAD, according to scientific literature. The wavelength is cooler than traditional incandescent bulbs.
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Don't know in terms of lumens but general light output is reduced nearly 50%
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I don't know the lumens, but it is perfect for a makeup vanity mirror. Great lighting.
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I'm not sure of the lumens. I am using them as day time running lights and back up lights.