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light therapy

American  

noun

Medicine/Medical.
  1. therapeutic exposure to full-spectrum artificial light that simulates sunlight, used to treat various conditions, as seasonal affective disorder.


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This year, attendees can sign up for free massages, red light therapy sessions, lymphatic drainage boots, and—thanks in part to a partnership with LEGO—partake in a series of analog “adult play” installations.

From Slate • May 8, 2026

"Future studies should examine the potential role of circadian rhythm interventions, such as light therapy or lifestyle changes, to determine if they may help lower a person's risk of dementia."

From Science Daily • Jan. 3, 2026

She then waited a further 12 months for light therapy, and 18 months at the same time for skin allergy patch testing in summer 2024.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2025

Other wellness businesses include acupuncture, yoga, red light therapy to reduce pain and inflammation, and IV drips for hydration that include vitamins and minerals also known to ease hangovers.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2025

We had a wave of "blue light therapy" that wandered over this country and sold tons of blue glass.

From Psychotherapy by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)

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