Solutions

Solution – “Northern” Light Therapy

Working with thousands of clinicians in North America and in Europe, Northern Light Technologies has a full range of suitable products to put Light in your Life for both daily and seasonal applications.

Light therapy is a simple, medically recognized, efficient treatment to fight Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), the milder winter blues and some sleep disorders. Research on SAD has shown that it is better to start treatment early in autumn, before the usual onset of symptoms.

Side Effects – Bright Light Therapy

The most common side effects from bright light therapy are eye and/or skin irritation and headaches. They are most prevalent in people with light colored eyes, blonde or red hair and sensitive skin. These side effects can usually be resolved by gradual introduction of light therapy.

If you are suffering from any of these side effects, you should first stop using the light until eye or skin irritation clears up. Then, start using the light five minutes a day, increasing gradually to full use over a period of about two weeks. Please note that some medications, such as lithium, certain antibiotics, acne creams, chemotherapy drugs, can make you very sensitive to light.

Consult With Your Physician

If you feel that you may be suffering from depression, you must consult a qualified health professional (SAD sufferers are not an exception). Although a self-diagnosis seems relatively easy to make, other conditions can be similar to SAD. These problems must be considered and eliminated before a SAD diagnosis is made.