Could anyone point me towards any peer reviewed publications that discuss the effectiveness of this type of light therapy?
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I found one such article here from Biological Psychiatry - http://www.biologicalpsychiatryjournal.com/article/S0006-3223(01)01200-8/abstract
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Yes. Every one of my pts. loved these new light treatments. I've ordered more !!
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I don't know, but I don't know why not. Perhaps you should research low level laser light therapy. One of the things you may want to think about though is that it is rather time consuming. You hold it on a particular area for two or three minutes and then move to the next area an inch away, at least that's my understanding. So, it takes patience.
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Hard to say if this is real but the theory behind infrared light therapy is real. My physical therapist uses a commercial model in his office. Unlike heating pads, which heats the surface of the skin, infrared heat penetrates deeper into the body.http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2539004/http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heat_therapy
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I am not sure...am scheduled to have cataracts removed and that has a pretty significant impact...your reason is the same as my reason for getting it in the first place...so far I think it will be a go. A previous answer about needing an overhead light on May be correct.
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Hi Kayla,I'm sorry, but Coleman only makes this in white light for now. Perhaps in the future? Thanks for your interest.FrankCalli Books
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I would have to say yes, each color light is effective for different things.I want to add that the red and yellow lights have helped a lot with my seasonal depression as well. I try to do a daily rotation using all colors. I'm extremely satisfied with my results.
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No. The light spectrum is design for plant growth. Try Blue Max therapy lamps for SAD.
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No, it's not a bad thing. Yes it's lower than 500nm but that doesn't mean it's not safe. This blue light is similar in wavelength to the sky itself, so it's like looking at blue sky (though NOT looking at the sun of course). I would be (and am) far happier using a lower power blue light than a high power white light which also contains the same blue wavelengths. You probably know that sunlight contains all the colors of the rainbow so it's best to think of this blue light as a safe kind of sunlight with all the other colors taken out because they're not needed. At night, for good sleep, you want to BLOCK as much blue light as possible so that your melatonin (the sleep hormone) ISN'T suppressed. The best way to do that, if you don't want to go back to evenings with only candles for light and no televisions or computers, is to wear glasses like these Orange glasses for the last 2-3 hours before you go to bed. They look silly but if you're having problems with energy/sleep they can have a miraculous effect literally overnight. Nothing, and I mean nothing, has affected my sleep as much. Not expensive beds, or prescription sleeping pills, or exercise. Nothing. They are worth their weight in gold :-) Does that help? I hope so.
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Hard to say if this is real but the theory behind infrared light therapy is real. My physical therapist uses a commercial model in his office. Unlike heating pads, which heats the surface of the skin, infrared heat penetrates deeper into the body. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2539004/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heat_therapy
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I realize this is rather too late but it may help others... The light given off by the GoLite is in the 440-480nm range. Its peak output, that it to say the brightest wavelength, is at 464nm. White light also contains these wavelengths, but along with other colors which aren't necessary for melatonin suppression. This is how the GoLite can be less bright overall (in terms of a lux measurement) than other sad lights.
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We purchased to replace a previous flashlight that was just a contortionist flashlight, without the red flashing light feature. Unfortunately, I don't know what you are referring to as to therapy...
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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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I would strongly suggest the bulb strength advised. The notice is there for a reason. Unfortunately, I find that most lamps, pendants etc. have insufficient lighting for my 40+ old eyes!
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Let me tell you, this is the most effective product for treating such within a reasonable price range. I leave it on the entire time I am sitting at my computer desk at I kid you not, it literally "brightens" my day! It takes those SAD days and turns them into GLAD days.... Notice a difference in attitude when it is not on, I do. The design and idea of the light is so simple, one would not expect it to do anything. But that little light is extremely powerful! Yes: This product is extremely effective in treating seasonal affective disorder (I even notice, when I work at night, I have more energy to stay up).
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Thanks for your message. Blue LED photon is used for Acne treatment. We suggest have the blue light treatment 10 minutes each day. Thank you Project E Beauty Patrick
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Based upon the principle of how it works, YES. The light will still reach your retina and activate the brain. As far as cautions, or potential adverse effects or side effects, you really should research further. I can't comment on that or be responsible for the above.