Light Therapy

David Euler, Washington Street, West Newton, Massachusetts 02465, United States

The Newton Acupuncture Clinic

Light Therapy

What is Light Therapy

LLLT, phototherapy or photobiomodulation refers to the use of photons at a non-thermal irradiance to alter biological activity. LLLT uses either coherent light sources (lasers) or non-coherent light sources consisting of filtered lamps or light-emitting diodes (LED) or, on occasion, a combination of both. The main medical applications of LLLT are reducing pain and inflammation, augmenting tissue repair and promoting regeneration of different tissues and nerves, and preventing tissue damage in situations where it is likely to occur.

For further reading please refer to:

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4126803/

Red Light Therapy

What is Light Therapy

630-nm increases collagen production, restores cell function, and provides essential energy, nutrition and removal of waste material by stimulating the mitochondria.

The light is absorbed by mitochondrial chromophores in the skin, enhancing bloodflow, releasing adenosine triphosphate (ATP), (the cell’s primary form of energy), and activating diverse signaling pathways. Although the mechanism of cellular photobiostimulation is not fully understood, red light therapy has a wide range of effects at the molecular, cellular, and tissue levels. As a result of this photobiomodulation energy, stem cells are activated, aiding tissue repair and healing by increasing synthesization of proteins such as collagen and elastin. 3 Red light therapy does not contain harmful UV rays and will not burn or damage the skin.

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3926176/

https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/oncology/articles/10.3389/fonc.2022.928484/full

Blue Light Therapy

What is Light Therapy

Green Light Therapy

415nm affects the upper most layer of the skin it may destroy p-acne bacteria. Minimizes redness and irritation.

The blue light activates the photosensitizer, which produces toxic oxygen molecules that kill the targeted cells.

There are many applications for blue light therapy. It is typically used to prevent skin cancer and to treat precancerous and cancerous skin growths. Actinic keratoses is a type of pre-cancer that develops on the skin from years of sun exposure. It appears as rough, scaly patches on the skin that are light, dark tan, red, white, or flesh-toned in color. Blue light treatment is an optimal treatment for anyone with multiple patches since they can all be treated simultaneously.

In addition to treating and preventing skin cancer, blue light treatment is also used to treat sunspots, sun damage, and rosacea. It has also become a popular treatment for those who suffer from acne and want to stop using traditional topical medications and treatments.

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2923954/

Green Light Therapy

Yellow Light Therapy

Green Light Therapy

520 nm regolates melanin production, reduces pigmentation, reduces redness.

Green light therapy reduces dark spots and hyperpigmentation by decreasing the production of melanocytes, the melanin forming cells found in the lower level of the dermis. These melanocytes are responsible for creating age spots. As less melanin is produced, the dark patches fade.

Although there is not much research out there on green light therapy in comparison to blue and red light, some benefits are well documented:

Hyperpigmentation

Green light interacts effectively with melanin, which causes darkening of the skin: it is absorbed by the dark spots and breaks it down to help lighten them and give you clearer skin.

Spider veins

Because of its wound-healing properties, green light can help close down small blood vessels that lie just under the epidermis so they become less visible.

Cellulite

Clinical trials have shown green light therapy can be effective in reducing fat layers under the skin in a non-invasive manner. This is great for body contouring treatments and to reduce the appearance of cellulite.

Pain and inflammation

Green light therapy has anti-inflammatory properties and therefore can also help with pain relief. It has been shown to improve pain control and decrease opioid consumption after undergoing surgery for example. Studies have shown such effects are great on fibromyalgia patients with chronic pain.

Yellow Light Therapy

580nm Improves decongestion and stimulates lymphocyte production.

Stimulates lymphatic system
• Neutralises, balances and calms skin
• Detoxifying
• Very effective at tackling redness and rosacea

Yellow light therapy increases red blood cell production, which helps with skin healing and rejuvenation. It can also help with recent acne scarring

Skin healing Yellow light therapy increases red blood cell production, which helps with skin healing and rejuvenation. It can also help with recent acne scarring.

Reducing redness Yellow light therapy can help with skin redness and flushing. It can also reduce the appearance of tiny blood vessels on your face or nose.
Reducing wrinkles and fine lines Yellow light therapy can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
Treating rosacea Yellow light therapy can help treat rosacea and skin irritation.
Improving skin tone Yellow light therapy can help even out skin tone and reduce hyperpigmentation.
Reducing pore size Yellow light therapy can help reduce the size of pores, giving the skin a smoother texture.
Managing acne Yellow light therapy can help manage acne by targeting the bacteria responsible for breakouts.
Hydrating Yellow light therapy can increase the skin's ability to hold water and hyaluronic acid, which can help with hydration.
Enhancing treatment results Yellow light therapy can enhance the results of other treatments, such as microneedling.

Our Practice

Yellow Light Therapy

In our clinic Skinology+ we use combinations of light therapy specifically tailored to the needs of each individual. Our light treatment devices are top of the line instruments that emit controlled and tested frequencies.

Once the numbing cream is on your skin, we apply the light therapy for 20 minutes, followed by the microneedling.

Since microneedling can be done only once a month, light therapy can be implemented as a weekly stand alone treatment or in combination with a weekly nanoneedling and serum procedure.