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The use of a balanced-spectrum light box that delivers between 5,000 and 10,000 lux in the treatment of seasonal mood disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, and some sleep disorders (e.g., circadian rhythm sleep disorder, jet lag type). Also known as phototherapy.<\/p>\n

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The treatment of a disorder by exposing the person to light such as sunlight or infrared light.<\/p>\n

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The use of natural or artificial light to treat various ailments such as depression or sleep disorders by affecting chemicals in the brain and hypothalamus. Light therapy is used to treat people with seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and workers who have shift-related sleep disorders. The most common form of light therapy is called bright light therapy and involves sitting for about 15 to 20 minutes near a special light box fitted with high-intensity light bulbs that provide full-spectrum or white light. The light produced by the special box is about 15 times brighter than that found in a home or office.<\/p>\n

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The application of light rays to the skin for the treatment of wrinkles, capillaries, pigmentation, or hair removal.<\/p>\n

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Light therapy is a therapeutic approach that employs radiance in diverse incarnations such as ultraviolet, visible light filtered by various hues, or laser light to mitigate a variety of ailments. This innovative method has proven efficacious in treating excruciating sensations, melancholy, anxiety, and sundry other medical conditions.<\/p>\n

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