What should I look for when buying a light therapy lamp?
What should I look for when buying a light therapy lamp?
The most important features you should be looking at when buying a light therapy lamp are the light intensity and the type of light that's emitted. Research supports using a SAD lamp with up to 10,000 lux as a therapy for depression.28 Dec 2021
What is a good light therapy lamp?
The Carex Day-Light Classic Plus remains our top pick. The compact Verilux HappyLight Luxe is now our budget pick.13 Nov 2020
What size light therapy lamp is best?
A light box should deliver between 2,500 and 10,000 lux. A lux is a unit that measures 1 lumen per square meter. The more lux a light delivers, the less time you need to spend positioned in front of it. For most 10,000-lux lights, 30 uninterrupted minutes per day, preferably in the morning, should suffice.13 Nov 2020
What is the best SAD lamp to buy?
Price Size of light panel
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Verilux HappyLight Lumi VT31 $40 4.5 x 7 inches
Circadian Optics Lumos $50 1.37 x 6.25 inches
Northern Light Technologies Boxelite $177 12.25 x 15.25 inches
Circadian Optics Lattis $70 2.75 x 8 inches
How long does it take for light therapy to work?
Many people respond to light therapy within 3 to 5 days. If you don't respond to treatment within the first week, you may notice improvement in the second week. The most common side effects of light therapy include headache, eye strain, and nausea.
Can you use a light therapy lamp too much?
Overuse of a SAD lamp can produce insomnia or other side effects. Follow manufacturer recommendations for position. Your lamp should come with recommendations for how close you should position yourself to it. This is very important, as your distance from it will affect the lamp's lux capacity.
Are SAD lamps proven to work?
Results. Light therapy probably won't cure seasonal affective disorder, nonseasonal depression or other conditions. But it may ease symptoms, increase your energy levels, and help you feel better about yourself and life.8 Feb 2017
Do SAD lamps give you vitamin D?
Even though it's a light-based therapy, sun lamps don't impact vitamin D production. Be sure to get your vitamin D through your diet and/or supplements as your doctor advises.18 Sept 2020
How do I choose a light therapy lamp?
- Don't get a light box that's designed to treat skin conditions. These devices aren't meant to treat mood disorders, and they won't be effective.
- Make sure the lamp filters out UV light and is labeled UV-free. UV light can damage your eyes and skin.