$270.00
Red Light Therapy’ (RLT) also known as Photobiomodulation (PBM) in the scientific community is a newly developing field in injury and illness management. However, the concept that light can heal is not new. Despite its recent popularity, it has close to a 100 year history of scientific research and development.
At the conclusion of the course, attendees will be able to:
Hour One
Ch 1: Introduction to the Course
Ch 2: Yesterday’s Medicine: History of Light Therapy
Light as Medicine
History Review and Recorded Uses
Ancient Egypt to Modern Day
Ch 3: Today’s Science: Light Basics
Key Terms in Light Therapy
Electromagnetic Spectrum
Wavelengths
Light Pathways – visual and skin
Chromophores
Natural Light Recommendations
Ch 4: Light Interaction with the Human Body
How Light Works in the Body
Photoreceptors
Mitochondria
Eye Pathway
Skin Pathway
Ch 5: Red Light Therapy (RLT) Basics
Photobiomodulation Defined
LED vs. Laser technology
Defining and understanding:
-Terms for Dosage and Treatment of Red LED Light Therapy
Irradiance/Intensity mw/Cm2
Dosage J/cm2 – Energy
Treatment Time
Treatment Area
Treatment Frequency
Direct vs. non direct red light therapy – wraps vs. panels
Hour Two
Ch 6: Red Light Therapy – Mechanisms and Effects
The Mighty Mitochondria
Three Effects of RLT
Increase ATP
Activate Defense Mechanisms
Manage Circadian Rhythms
CcO Theory – primary photoreceptor at molecular level
On the end of the ETC in Krebs Cycle
When CCO is activated by light, increases ATP production
Converts light energy to ATP
EZ Water Theory
Collagen – stimulated by TGF-B (Transforming growth factor-B)
40J/cm2 was the ideal dose for collagen promotion
ROS – reactive oxygen species (oxidative stress) is reduced with Red Light Therapy
This is why Red Light Therapy can help with repair after muscle injury as it inhibits oxidative stress
Cytokines- inflammatory mediator is reduced following Red Light Therapy.
If inflammation is present, Red Light Therapy is “anti inflammatory”
If inflammation is NOT present, Red Light Therapy creates pro-inflammatory response to help with tissue healing
Keratinocyte Growth Factor – accelerator of healing process
Red Light Therapy increases speed of wound healing because of KGF increase
Ch 7: Red Light Therapy Treatment Basics
Supplementation of the Sun
Parameters for RLT Treatment
Wavelength
Power
Irradiance
Intensity
Dosage
Treatment Time
Contact vs Non-Contact
Hour Three
Ch 8: Red Light Therapy Precautions/Safety
For all indications, each section will include content on:
Mechanism of how red light influences the particular problem
Research review on pertinent studies related to the indication
Treatment parameters for each indication
Wrap or Panel
Treatment duration
Goal dosage
Frequency treatments per day, week or month
Contraindications to Light Therapy Treatment
Heat/Thermal
Eyes
Skin Tone
Age: Geriatrics & Pediatrics
Health Conditions: Pregnancy
Photosensitivity
Medication Interactions
Ch 9: Red Light Therapy Equipment
Review Power measurements
Irradiance
EMF
Flicker
Contact vs. Non Contact
Hour Four
Ch 10: : Pain and Inflammation – Mechanism, Evidence Review, Treatment Guidelines
Pain and Inflammation
Acute and Persistent Pain
Local Inflammation
Systemic Inflammatory Conditions
Hour Five
Ch 11: RLT: Performance and Recovery – Mechanism, Evidence Review, Treatment Guidelines
Sports Performance & Recovery
Pre-activity treatments
Post-activity treatments
Hour Six
Ch 12: Sleep and Mental Health – Mechanism, Evidence Review, Treatment Guidelines
Sleep Management
Melatonin-Cortisol Feedback Loop
Circadian Rhythm Management
Sleep assistance for those with other disorders
Hour Seven
Mental Health
Anxiety
Depression
SAD
Ch 14: References and Evidence
Q and A Case Studies to Share
Light Heals: Red Light Therapy Basic Certification
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