Keloids and hypertrophic scars represent a large concern in the cosmetic industry, mainly for aesthetic reasons. This article reviewed all the recent literature and studies on both lasers and L.E.D. light therapy and showed that both applications of light proved to enhance patient outcomes, affecting quality of life <view study>   Read Less

Many studies have clearly demonstrated benefits of trans-cranial application of low level light therapy (red and infrared wavelengths). This article goes over the main mechanisms involved which is based on photon energy absorption of cytochrome oxidase (a photoreceptor) Once these high energy photons transfer their energy to the these photreceptors of the brain, now allowing for cognitive enhancement and higher-order brain functioning. In addition, this energetic transference from these high energy light particles allows for neuroprotection, which can explain many previous studies on the benefits of light therapy for neurological conditions <view study> Read Less

The Journal of Neuroscience has just published a study identifying key elements in the brain that are stimulated with light therapy for regulating neuronal functioning to help benefit patients with Alzheimer's disease <view study> Read Less

This study published in the Journal of Pain, recognizes past clinical data for the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) in models of pain. Here they looked at daily application of hyperbaric oxygen for 1 week and evaluated physiological changes that may explain the analgesic effects of hyperbaric therapy. The results showed a reduction in numerous inflammatory markers, along with pain relief. By understanding the mechanism, HBOT may get more wide use for being a safe and effective way to reduce inflammatory pain <view study> Read Less

This study followed mice that were exposed to light therapy following plantar incision. The results demonstrated an analgesic effect from the application of light therapy and the authors went over some of the pathways involved in gaining this response <view study> Read Less