In the realm of brain health and Alzheimer's prevention, red light therapy (also called photobiomodulation or “PBM”) is generating quiet but widespread excitement.
Hi Karin, I have a small panel red light unit that sits on a stand a bit like a mirror or large photo frame. Assuming it’s the required frequency, do you think I can reap the brain health benefits by simply sitting with my face close to it (goggles on!)? I originally bought it - pre my 4/4 news - to help with a very troubled knee.
I have the Helios 2 Series - 300w targeted red light therapy device. ‘This lamp uses 60x5w single chip LEDs that produce intense beams of light at two key wavelengths: 660nm and 850nm’
That’s perfect! I use both red and near-infrared light settings and rotate positions during my sessions: face/forehead (targeting the prefrontal cortex), crown (for the cingulate cortex and hippocampus), and back of the head (reaching the cerebellum). On days when I have more time, I add the sides to cover the temporal lobes as well. I usually have a podcast playing, some hand weights nearby, or my Sensate device for vagus nerve stimulation — multitasking at its best!
I use my Vielight in the morning as well! Don't use it at night. At least for me, it ruins my deep sleep at night. I only use the regular red lights before bed. The pulsing of Vielight does something to interfere with sleep if done later in the day!
Karin - what about the light frequency? I also use a red light panel (Rojo Brand) which has the wavelengths you noted. Mine has adjustable frequency for the light and I sometimes run mine at 40 Hz which is a known frequency used by other neuro-stimulators of various types. Do you run your light continuous or at a particular frequency?
My panel has 660 and 850nm.. The 850 penetrates deeper. Both wavelengths can be run at the same time! For the 40hz benefit, I invested in the Vielight Gamma Duo.
Hi Karin, I have a small panel red light unit that sits on a stand a bit like a mirror or large photo frame. Assuming it’s the required frequency, do you think I can reap the brain health benefits by simply sitting with my face close to it (goggles on!)? I originally bought it - pre my 4/4 news - to help with a very troubled knee.
do you know what wavelength it has or what model/make is it?
I have the Helios 2 Series - 300w targeted red light therapy device. ‘This lamp uses 60x5w single chip LEDs that produce intense beams of light at two key wavelengths: 660nm and 850nm’
Thanks for your insight Karin!
That’s perfect! I use both red and near-infrared light settings and rotate positions during my sessions: face/forehead (targeting the prefrontal cortex), crown (for the cingulate cortex and hippocampus), and back of the head (reaching the cerebellum). On days when I have more time, I add the sides to cover the temporal lobes as well. I usually have a podcast playing, some hand weights nearby, or my Sensate device for vagus nerve stimulation — multitasking at its best!
I love my Vielight Neuro! I didn’t know it was supposed to help with sleep. I’ve been using it in the early mornings.
I use my Vielight in the morning as well! Don't use it at night. At least for me, it ruins my deep sleep at night. I only use the regular red lights before bed. The pulsing of Vielight does something to interfere with sleep if done later in the day!
Yes.. I have noticed the same thing. I tried using it later in the day but it kept me awake at night.
Karin - what about the light frequency? I also use a red light panel (Rojo Brand) which has the wavelengths you noted. Mine has adjustable frequency for the light and I sometimes run mine at 40 Hz which is a known frequency used by other neuro-stimulators of various types. Do you run your light continuous or at a particular frequency?
My panel has 660 and 850nm.. The 850 penetrates deeper. Both wavelengths can be run at the same time! For the 40hz benefit, I invested in the Vielight Gamma Duo.
Which specific model are you using?
HG500 https://hoogahealth.com/products/hooga-500w-red-and-near-infrared-light-therapy-panel?_pos=1&_psq=HG500&_ss=e&_v=1.0