Would a lightbox help KP? Are they safe?

Tattyhead · #1 02-22-2006, 07:17 AM

Instead of using sunbeds or sunbathing – would a lightbox help? (they are use to treat Seasonal Affective Disorder)

I don’t know if they emit the correct kind of light to help KP though – does anyone know? You can get very large lightboxes, maybe they could just be on when you are getting dressed in the morning?

Extract from an NHS website………..Is light therapy safe?
It appears to be safe. There is a theoretical risk of damaging the retina (back of the eye). However, there have been no reports of harm with the specially designed light boxes. The light boxes used to treat SAD do not emit much ultraviolet (UV) light which is the main damaging part of sunlight to the skin and eyes. Side-effects occur in some people and include: headaches, difficulty sleeping after an evening session of light therapy, irritability and tiredness.

Note: you should not use sun tan machines as a source of bright light. The light from sun-tan machines gives off a lot of ultraviolet (UV) rays, which can harm your eyes. It is best to use only the light boxes which are made especially to treat SAD.

http://www.lighttherapyonline.com/

http://www.sunbox.com/Research/

http://www.sad-lighthire.co.uk/aboutnlhc.html

mojo0716 · #2 02-24-2006, 08:03 AM

probably not unless it tans your skin...

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