Who Uses This Product? Individuals with insomnia or seasonal affective disorder and those who spend a lot of time inside away from natural light.
Why They Love It: With just 30 minutes of light therapy a day, users of Carex SAD Lamps have seen marked improvement in their health and mental well-being. They're UV-free, making them both safe and effective.
Carex TheraLite Light Therapy Lamps Overview
For many people, morning sun exposure is limited by work, school, or other commitments - Carex TheraLite Light Therapy Lamps provide an excellent way to fill this gap and increase energy, boost mood, and improve overall wellness. Carex SAD Lamps offer a safe, all-natural solution for those who experience insomnia, jet lag, and seasonal affective disorder (SAD) during fall and winter. They mimic sunlight by emitting 10,000-lux light, which is the doctor-recommended brightness to treat the aforementioned conditions. Exposure to this level of light helps to reset the circadian rhythm, which boosts melatonin production at the optimal times for improved energy and mood during the day and better sleep at night.
TheraLite Light Therapy Lamps feature multiple light settings for custom light treatment. Start the day with the doctor-recommended 10,000-lux light exposure therapy, then continue to use Carex SAD Lamps throughout the day on lower settings as desired.
Available Models
- TheraLite Mood and Energy Enhancing Light Therapy Lamp: This lamp features a rather small footprint, making it perfect for desktop use. It is 9.2 x 5.3 x 2.1 inches and includes simple angle adjustment features.
- TheraLite Radiance Light Therapy Lamp: This lamp also features a small base, so it is also suited for desktop use. Its dimensions are 17 x 5.5 x 7 inches, and it is adjustable from two points for angle customization. This lamp features an alarm clock and four light level settings, and the base contains an integrated wireless device charger.
- TheraLite Halo Bright Light Therapy Lamp: This product has the same dimensions as the Radiance Light Therapy Lamp and also includes a wireless device charger. It is adjustable from two points and has four light level settings with a larger bulb than the Radiance Therapy Lamp.
- TheraLite Aura and Aura Qi: These two lamps have identical dimensions at 22 x 11.25 x 11.5 inches. They both feature integrated wireless device chargers, and the TheraLite Aura Qi also has a built-in alarm clock.
- Manufacturer: Carex
- Brand: TheraLite
- Mood and Energy-Enhancing Light (FGP80500 0000) Lux: 10,000 at 10 Inches
- Radiance (FGE80700 0000) Lux: 10,000 at 10 Inches
- Halo Bright (FGE80600 0000) Lux: 10,000 at 12-14 Inches
- Aura (FGP83000 0000) Lux: 10,000 at 12 Inches
- Aura Qi (FGE80500 0000) Lux: 10,000 at 12 Inches
- UV-Free: Yes
- Product Numbers: FGP80500 0000, FGE80700 0000, FGE80600 0000, FGP83000 0000, FGE80500 0000
What Is Light Therapy?
is a method of treating seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and other conditions, such as insomnia and other types of depression, through exposure to bright artificial light. By sitting or working near a light therapy source, the user compensates for a lack of exposure to sunlight, which is often seasonal but can also be caused by work, school, or other scheduling factors that restrict natural light exposure. This supplemented sunlight is thought to naturally trigger the brain to produce melatonin to help the body fall asleep at night. Having a healthy circadian rhythm supports overall health and well-being
Frequently Asked Questions
How long should I use light therapy for?
It's best to ease into light therapy with 30-minute sessions in the morning. The length of those sessions can be increased after becoming more accustomed to light therapy.
Can you use a light therapy lamp too much?
This is possible, but it is largely on a case-by-case basis, and the side-effects are minor. There have been reports of users not being able to sleep after prolonged usage of their therapy lamp. It's best to use it in the morning as the sun is rising, then reduce the light level throughout the rest of the day.
How long does it take to reset your circadian rhythm?
This depends largely on the initial reason the circadian rhythm was thrown off. Depending on the condition, it can take upward of a month. Resetting it after adjusting to a new time zone can take as little as a couple of days.
Does the alarm turn on the light automatically when it goes off?
The light works independently from the alarm and doesn't turn on when the alarm goes off.
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