This podcast discusses the potential of laser and light therapy in treating Parkinson's disease, highlighting its positive effects on reducing inflammation, stimulating new neural pathways, and improving clinical signs. The podcast explores the concept of neuroplasticity and the challenges faced by patients and caregivers during the lengthy treatment protocol. It also discusses the safety and potential benefits of light therapy as a complementary treatment alongside traditional medication and physical therapy.
Light therapy has shown significant improvements in clinical signs of Parkinson's disease without any reported adverse side effects or safety concerns.
Photobiomodulation stimulates neural pathways in the brain, reducing inflammation and promoting the development of new neural pathways.
Deep dives
Photobio modulation for Parkinson's Disease
Photobio modulation, also known as light therapy, shows promise as an effective treatment for Parkinson's disease.
Clinical Evidence and Safety
A study found that light therapy had significant improvements in clinical signs of Parkinson's disease, with no reported adverse side effects or safety concerns.
Treatment Protocol and Results
Patients received in-clinic treatments three times a week for 12 weeks, followed by home treatments three times a week for either 25 or 40 weeks. Results showed initial improvement after four weeks and further improvement and sustained benefits over the treatment period.
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disease with no cure and few treatment options. Cases of Parkinson’s disease have increased due to aging populations and longer disease duration. In this episode, Dr. Rountree and Kristi review a 2021 study on how laser and light therapy has been safely used to stimulate neural pathways in the brain. Transcranial light therapy has positive effects on the tissues of the brain; reducing inflammation of the brain and stimulating tissues at the cellular level to help develop new neural pathways.
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