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September 2009 PMID 20011653

Biphasic dose response in low level light therapy.

Ying-Ying Huang, Aaron C-H Chen, James D Carroll, Michael R Hamblin

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Throughout the discussions, participants reference the biphasic dose response as a key concept, with posts emphasizing its importance by stating 'Too little, too much no good' and discussing specific mechanisms like water absorption and photon interactions. The tone combines curiosity and promotional interest, highlighting both scientific details and potential applications.

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Most discussions acknowledge the scientific basis of the biphasic dose response in LLLT, indicating general agreement with the article’s claims.

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Posts consistently show curiosity about the mechanisms and applications of LLLT, especially with phrases like 'find out' and references to health services.

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Some discussions delve into technical details, such as water absorption and photon interactions, reflecting moderate engagement.

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The discussions are primarily informational and promotional, suggesting a modest perceived impact on wider scientific or medical practices.

Abstract in brief

  • Low level light therapy (LLLT) uses visible or near-infrared light to reduce pain, inflammation, and promote tissue healing, but its biochemical mechanisms are not fully understood.
  • The effectiveness of LLLT follows a biphasic dose response, meaning low doses of light are more beneficial than higher doses, a pattern described by the Arndt-Schulz curve.
  • Despite positive experimental and clinical results, LLLT remains controversial in mainstream medicine due to the complexity of treatment parameters and inconsistent scientific explanations for its effects.]
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Leland Stillman, MD
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"Water strongly absorbs infrared light at wavelengths greater than 1100-nm. Therefore the use of LLLT in animals and patients almost exclusively involves red and near-infrared light (600–1100-nm) " #Light shapes #life. How is it shaping yours? https://t.co/kaQp5dihky

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Leland Stillman, MD
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"for low power visible light to have any effect... photons must be absorbed by electronic absorption bands belonging to some molecular photoacceptors, or chromophores" #Light shapes #life. How is it shaping yours? https://t.co/kaQp5dihky

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Medi Spa La Bella
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How Biphasic Dose Response in Low Level Light Therapy? To find out read the below article. ➡️ https://t.co/VG6YNg1LE4 We offer Health and Wellness services ✔️ Visit https://t.co/ZUXD3nmmqG for more information. #MediSpaLaBella #biphasicdose #lighttherapy #skin #flawless https://t.co/H8gHG3zm8l

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Low level light therapy. Too little, too much no good $$$$$$ Title: Biphasic Dose Response in Low Level Light Therapy DOI: 10.2203/dose-response.09-027.Hamblin Summary: This review explores how low-level light therapy (LLLT), using red or near-infrared (NIR) light, promotes https://t.co/YHSCJHJgTp https://t.co/CDmvI95Mib

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Xalos
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RT @StillmanMD: "Water strongly absorbs infrared light at wavelengths greater than 1100-nm. Therefore the use of LLLT in animals and patien…

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Chetopa Mike
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@_palmerprescott Biphasic Dose Response in Low Level Light Therapy. Another article on Pubmed showing the science.

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RT @jalam1001: Low level light therapy. Too little, too much no good $$$$$$ Title: Biphasic Dose Response in Low Level Light Therapy DO…

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Javed Alam
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Low level light therapy. Too little, too much no good $$$$$$ Title: Biphasic Dose Response in Low Level Light Therapy DOI: 10.2203/dose-response.09-027.Hamblin Summary: This review explores how low-level light therapy (LLLT), using red or near-infrared (NIR) light, promotes https://t.co/YHSCJHJgTp https://t.co/CDmvI95Mib

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Medi Spa La Bella
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RT @MediSpa_LaBella: How Biphasic Dose Response in Low Level Light Therapy? To find out read the below article. ➡️ https://t.co/VG6YNg1L…

Aug 1, 2022 · 1 share · 1,940 followers View post →
Medi Spa La Bella
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How Biphasic Dose Response in Low Level Light Therapy? To find out read the below article. ➡️ https://t.co/VG6YNg1LE4 We offer Health and Wellness services ✔️ Visit https://t.co/ZUXD3nmmqG for more information. #MediSpaLaBella #biphasicdose #lighttherapy #skin #flawless https://t.co/H8gHG3zm8l

Apr 28, 2022 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,940 followers View post →
Xalos
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RT @StillmanMD: "Water strongly absorbs infrared light at wavelengths greater than 1100-nm. Therefore the use of LLLT in animals and patien…

Jul 6, 2019 · 4 shares · 1,954 followers View post →
Leland Stillman, MD
@StillmanMD · X

"Water strongly absorbs infrared light at wavelengths greater than 1100-nm. Therefore the use of LLLT in animals and patients almost exclusively involves red and near-infrared light (600–1100-nm) " #Light shapes #life. How is it shaping yours? https://t.co/kaQp5dihky

Jul 6, 2019 · 11 likes · 4 shares · 24,163 followers View post →
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RT @StillmanMD: "for low power visible light to have any effect... photons must be absorbed by electronic absorption bands belonging to som…

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Leland Stillman, MD
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"for low power visible light to have any effect... photons must be absorbed by electronic absorption bands belonging to some molecular photoacceptors, or chromophores" #Light shapes #life. How is it shaping yours? https://t.co/kaQp5dihky

Jul 3, 2019 · 6 likes · 1 share · 24,163 followers View post →
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