Transcranial Red Light Therapy for Depression: A New Approach
Can Near-Infrared Light Treat Depression?
Early evidence says yes. This review found that transcranial photobiomodulation (t-PBM) with near-infrared light shows promise as a well-tolerated, easy-to-use treatment for major depressive disorder, filling a critical gap between medications with significant side effects and device-based therapies that require repeated clinic visits.
Red light therapy, also known as low-level laser therapy (LLLT) or photobiomodulation (PBM), uses specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light to promote healing and reduce inflammation.
