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Understanding Light Therapy
Transcranial photobiomodulation is known as brain light therapy. Light therapy involves the use of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to deliver a specific wavelength of light that can be absorbed by cells in the body.
What is Photobiomodulation?
Photobiomodulation is otherwise known as light therapy.
Light therapy involves the use of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to deliver a specific wavelength of light that can be absorbed by cells in the body. The LED type determines the wavelength of light and can be tuned to a particular tissue or organ.
All biological activity in our body requires ATP just like plants require chlorophyl.
Transcranial photobiomodulation is painless, non-invasive, systemic, drug-free and has shown to have no negative side effects when used appropriately.
History of PBM
Light therapy has been used for centuries for healing purposes. Hippocrates discovered that applying sunlight to the skin could relieve ailments such as rickets, scurvy and arthritis. However, until recently, scientists began understanding how this worked on a cellular level.
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Understanding Wavelengths
The 1070 nm LED’s are unique in that they penetrate further into the skull targeting the mitochondria. A study named Photobiomodulation at Different Wavelengths (Pruit, 2022) shows the difference between two wavelengths around 800 and 1070. The study states “the 1064 nm sustained longer and more increases of the physiological effects as compared to the other.” The study was done with lasers first, then compared to LED’s, and suggested using LED’s as a safer and more important role in the development of PBM.
Research is also being conducted in the UK by Paul Chazot at Durham University and he explains clearly in this video why the 1070 is the wavelength they are focused on.
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A Cellular Breakdown
Photobiomodulation is defined as the use of light energy to trigger photochemical changes within cellular structures (mitochondria) that are receptive to red and near-infrared (NIR) light. The mitochondria produce cellular energy by producing a molecule called adenosine triphosphate (ATP). The energy from ATP enables us to carry out all physiological activities and provides energy to the brain cells. In addition, application of light energy leads to greater blood flow to the brain – allowing delivery of nutrients and removal of waste products.
This is a new way of ‘charging’ the brain and now research is starting to show significant benefit of this therapy for brain health.
Using EEG to Apply PBM
The Neuronic device, known as Neuradiant 1070, operates with four quadrants meticulously programmed to toggle between on and off states or different pulse rates, all synchronized with the data derived from the user's qEEG scan. This innovative approach enables us to harness the power of photobiomodulation in tandem with qEEG data, facilitating the delivery of specific protocols and brain entrainment experiences. As a result, we exclusively offer consultation services in conjunction with the 4-quadrant device to maximize its potential.
“Photobiomodulation is more than an alternative kind of medical treatment. It is a whole new method to control cellular processes and modulate living organisms by precise alterations in the chemistry of biomolecules."
Harvard Pioneer Researcher, Neuronic Scientific Advisory Board Member, Michael Hamblin, PhD
Key Mechanism in Action
Photobiomodulation is defined as the use of light energy to trigger photochemical changes within cellular structures (mitochondria) that are receptive to red and near-infrared (NIR) light. The mitochondria produce cellular energy by producing a molecule called adenosine triphosphate (ATP). The energy from ATP enables us to carry out all physiological activities and provides energy to the brain cells. In addition, application of light energy leads to greater blood flow to the brain – allowing delivery of nutrients and removal of waste products.
This is a new way of ‘charging’ the brain and now research is starting to show significant benefit of this therapy for brain health.
Based on Research
Clinical research is ongoing and studies have been published on light therapy for various conditions and diseases. Take a look below or explore our research pages to learn more.
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