What is Light Therapy? Does it Help?
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- Опубліковано 13 вер 2020
- Light therapy uses artificial light to mimic sunlight. Research shows it can help with seasonal affective disorder (SAD), jet lag, sleep disorders, etc. Use code DRJO15 to get 15% OFF a Carex Light Therapy Lamp at: shrsl.com/2j967 (affiliate link)
The intensity of the light therapy lamps is recorded in lux, which is a measure of the amount of light you receive. For SAD (which is a type of seasonal depression that occurs at certain times each year, usually in the fall or winter) the typical recommendation is to use a 10,000 lux light box at a distance of about 16 to 24 inches (41 to 61 centimeters) from your face for maximum effectiveness.
Light therapy is also best when done for 20 to 30 minutes, usually in the morning on a daily basis.
The lamp I’m using in the video is the Carex Day-Light Classic Plus Bright Light Therapy Lamp. It’s a full-spectrum sunlight lamp that provides 10,000 lux of light on the high setting.
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Mam please answer me
I fall from stair and my back bone move slide from position . I am taking my medicine bt sometime my back hurt so much i cannot move ..now it has been 8month bt it also hurt soo much
I have bipolar II and I start using my light towards the end of August. With all of the smoke in Portland, it has really helped.
Was the smoke from the riots?
No from wildfires.
Oh wow ! How often would you do it ?
@ericvalkenaar6276 sorry to hear that
Thank you so much Doctor Jo for this video. Did not know any thing about light Therapy until now.
You're welcome.
Love your channel! I've gotten so much good info over the years. I purchased a therapy light this past March. I've suffered from SAD for years. As far back as my childhood. I love Winter and I love to take long walks in the cold, however every year I can feel the depression come over me. My doctor suggested I try it. When the time changes and we are getting less daylight hours I will start. I'm going to try it every morning for 20-30 minutes while I'm putting on my makeup and fixing my hair. I'm hoping this works. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Thanks, and you're welcome! I hope it helps too.
Thanks for the comment, it helped understand my psychology notes from a real life point of view
hi did it work?
@@talhahm8 I think it works great. I only use it if I know I'm not going to get enough vitamin D that day. If it's raining or very overcast. I simply set it up and have it on for a minimum of 30 mins. I'll read or work on a puzzle with it shining beside me.
Thank you very much for your reply!@@gigieyre
Your heart is very good. Every time u r positive 🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷
Very cool, I'm going to check this out! Thanks!
You're welcome!
You do have to follow manufacturer's recommendations for how far you sit away from the light to get the 10000 lux.
Thanks for giving important information.
You're welcome.
I was shocked that the device disappeared into the background. It's that bright!
I turned this light on and about fell out of my chair ..That darn thing is bright
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Thank you 👏
You're welcome!
I just bought that very lamp. Every morning the first thing I do is wash my face and apply sunscreen. Now I wonder will the sunscreen block the light rays or does it even work through the skin? Maybe it works through the eyes?? Thank you for your channel. It's great!
You're welcome, and thanks. I don't think sunscreen would affect it.
I think it want because sunscreen help block the uv in the sun.
Bright light therapy works by hitting the retina. There are other types of light therapy like red light therapy which may be different.
Thanks doc
You're welcome.
Not sure if this brand uses the same technology as the light box I got for Christmas, but I ended up not being able to use mine because the instructions say not to if you have macular degeneration or if it runs in your family, and unfortunately it does run in mine. Just wanted to point that out for safety sake.
May I ask which one you received?
@Rosie T I'm sorry, it was 2 or 3 Christmases ago, and I don't know where it ended up. I would just read any instructions that come with one if you have any concerns.
I need this I can’t stand dim rooms it is depressing. You can also turn the brightness up and watch Dr. Jo videos on your device 😊
I just got a my first light box today because I've had really severe SAD for years (and when I say bad, I mean that the Crisis Textline has to talk me down at least once a week during the Winter). So after both my GP and my psychologist both agreed light therapy might help, I got the light box, and I'm REALLY hoping it helps. I'm kinda concerned because my my light sensitivity, but we'll see. The tech support people were very knowledgeable and said to discontinue use if there are side effects or too much discomfort, so clearly they care more about the health of the people using it than just getting money.
I hope it helps too.
What's SAD?
Let us know if it helps
Let us know how it went! It's useful information :)
@@integral9x It was definitely really helpful. I stopped using it when my depression became about things other than seasonal affective disorder, but I do plan on starting to use it again soon.
i wonder how this would work with graveyard and shift workers lol like would we use the light at night when we’re mostly awake?
Yes
Does it matter how big the lamp is?
Do you know if this has any coverage from insurance or an HSA?
What about light therapy glasses?
Got too see you a day earlier 😂
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If it mimics daylight why just use it only in the morning, can't you use it the entire day? Or is only in the morning sufficient.
thanks a lot
You're welcome.
This question is wholly unrelated to this video. Back in 2016 I "obliterated" my shoulder. The humeral head was broken cleanly off of the shaft. When healed after surgery, I began physical therapy to gain strength and mobility in my shoulder. Unfortunately, I lost my job late in 2016 and with it, my health insurance. I haven't had physical therapy in almost 4 years and I don't have full range with my shoulder. I'm positive I would have had much better range today had I continued the therapy. My question to you is this: Is it too late after nearly 4 years to gain any more range?
Thankfully my dog gets me out enough for natural sunlight.
I’d try the red light led lamps,if the price would drop on those though🐾
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mam please do a video about back muscle pain releif
I have many videos for the back. You can find them at: ua-cam.com/users/askdoctorjo
If you dont mind for how long should I expose myself to the light?
2 hours at 40 cm
Exposing time around 20-30 minutes... Can do twice perday
I have a confusion whether is it something bad or its just TMD.
My symptoms are pain in the left jaw mostly while opening or pressing it by my teeth. A slight poping sound while closing or opening the jaw. And mild headache that comes and goes. Pain also occurs sometime in the ear region and in neck as well. And my left eye vission is very slightly blurry on seeing far away objects. Instead of these iam perfectly alright. And the pain which occurs is very less to prevent me from my daily routine.
Hope you see it and clarify my question.
Can it cause skin cancer? Is there a max use time?
No, it can't cause cancer. The right light therapy lamp features a light diffuser that blocks harmful UV rays. The Day-Light Classic Plus blocks out 99.9% of harmful UV so it is safe. In terms of usage, we recommend using it for 20-30 minutes each day. There is no max use, but some people that are more sensitive to light have said it's kept them up at night because they've used it later in the day. Hope this helps!
No
I saw Kali last week miss the dogs
They will be back soon 🐾
Do you get uv rays?
Nope! Our light therapy lamp features a filter that keeps 99.9% of UV rays blocked. It's perfectly safe and will not harm your skin.
Hi dr jo
My clavicle is bigger on one side and pops out on top of the shoulder where as my other shoulder with the normal clavicle hurts a little what should i do?
Respected Doc,
I feel uncomfortable When someone Move their hand on smooth surface
Or I Move My Hands on smooth Surface My Fingertips.Gives me uneasy Feeling please Response
hlo doctor . I'm into Calisthenics doing handstand lot's of pushing pulling movements for 6 months but now for some days I'm felling like one side of my upper back is in pain everytime i try to press to Handstand on pike pushup it's feels like one side of bone will come out anytime im felling like two bones are clashing every time i push from upside down position . i made a video and saw it but i didn't find any imbalance both sides are looking same plz help me should i go for x ray ? it only happens when i push from upside down and also hurt in blowing motion .
I have pain in femur muscle spasum in leg since last 4 days i cant walk tell what to do please
dont walk
Dr plz i m from kashmir .i m itching badly in winters . can't control my itching. It effectives my work also. So will it work if i can this therapy
Does it produce heat?
No it just works through the eyes
Dr. Jo are these lamps good for bone cancer patients? Please
That would be something you would need to discuss with your doctor.
Will it help plants also
Yes, if its directly on it.
Where's Molly?
She passed away several years ago.
No bear 😹
Not this time 🐾
Welcome to the Matrix 😀
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Why Not Travel to a sunny place
Some people might not have that option.
Traveling to a sunny place will not only cost some people hundreds and/or thousands of dollars but it’ll also cost most time off from work. Definitely not a feasible approach for most.
I heart my dog
me too
Hello doctor jo i have a knee problem its been 3 month so i want to discuss about it how can i get connected with you in facebook please doctor☺☺☺
Need vitamin d
does it tan the skin?
Nope! Light therapy has no effect on your skin and will not harm it.
Invisible light
Invisible lamp
Will this help in major depression also