All about
Light Therapy
At the core of Light Therapy is the science of Chronobiology (a subset of biology) – Chronobiology studies the circadien rhythms of the human (and other) body – these rhythms fluctuate over 24 hours (approximately) and influence your state of mind (Sleepiness and alertness) at regular intervals – Your Circadian Rhythm is basically a 24-hour internal clock running in the background of your brain – also know as your « body clock ».
Light Therapy
Light therapy is a method to treat not only Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.) but several other ailments (Somber mood - bereavement - sleep disorder due to shift work - advanced and late sleep disorders - jet lag and more).
During a light therapy session, a safe, source of light is delivered to your eyes, simulating natural outdoor light - it's like looking at blue skies !
During a light therapy session, a safe, source of light is delivered to your eyes, simulating natural outdoor light - it's like looking at blue skies !
- De oorsprong van lichttherapie
- Lichttherapie: principes en gezondheidsvoordelen
- Tegenargumenten en bijwerkingen van lichttherapie
- Lichttherapie en vitamine D
Chronobiology
Chronobiology is a branch of biology. It studies the circadian rhythms of our body which fluctuate over 24 hours. It is noted that just as light therapy has a very important role in correctly synchronizing our biological clock. It acts according to different modes of actions to regulate our bodies.
- De rol van licht
- Onthulling van de effecten van licht op het menselijk lichaam
- Circadiaanse ritmes
Light therapy lamps
How to choose a light therapy lamp and what are their benefits? It is sometimes difficult to choose a lamp. We will help you in your choice.
- Lichttherapielamp en zonsopgangsimulator
- Kiezen tussen de lichttherapielampen
- Lichttherapielampen vergelijken: uw ideale oplossing voor welzijn vinden
Light Therapy Applications
Light Therapy combats winter blues, helps night-shift workers with their sleep pattern, and lessens Jet Lag
- Nachtwerk: Lichttherapie
- Jetlag: lichttherapie
- Slaapproblemen: lichttherapie
- Winterblues: lichttherapie