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Healing at the Speed of Light
Autism and Laser Therapy
Jul 18, 2022
Explore the use of laser and light therapy for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in this podcast. Learn about a 2022 study on ASD and laser therapy, the potential benefits and side effects, and steps you can take to help your autistic child. The podcast also discusses the use of laser therapy as a medication-free treatment for autism, its positive impact on parental stress levels, and replication of the treatment at home. Discover the research, protocols, and considerations for light therapy for autism, and find resources for finding clinics and home devices.
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- Transcranial photobiomodulation with light therapy can improve cognitive and behavioral rigidity in children with ASD.
- Light therapy enhances brain energy metabolism, cognition, and brain network functioning in ASD patients while ensuring safety and minimal side effects.
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Light therapy shows promise in treating autism spectrum disorder
This podcast episode explores the use of light therapy as a potential treatment for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It highlights a recent study that utilized transcranial photobiomodulation, a non-invasive technique, to deliver light therapy to the brains of children with ASD. The study found that the therapy resulted in a decrease in cognitive and behavioral rigidity, improved sleep quality, increased attention, and a reduction in non-compliant behavior. The sessions were well-tolerated with minimal side effects, making it a promising therapy option. The study also mentioned a device called Vaylight, which delivers low-power LEDs and can be used at home to replicate the study's results.
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