The original Medlight light therapy light box delivers 10,000 lux (at 6") of full spectrum light to ward off the effects of winter doldrums, excessive sleep, social withdrawal, weight loss and melancholic depression. Medlight, like other light therapy units, has shown to be effective in elevating mood, increasing energy and restoring one's inner body clock.
Features:
- NEW Unit in "Sealed" Box
- Lightweight 7 lbs
- Lamp Life 20,000 Hours
- Size 17 1/2" x 9 1/2" x 3 1/4"
- 90 Day Full Manufactures Warranty
- Made in the USA
More information about SAD:
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a pattern of seasonal depression experienced by otherwise healthy and happy people. Typically, fall and winter bring "down" feelings not explained by day to day experiences. It is estimated that as many as 20-30% of the population living at latitudes in the northern sections of the US may experience at least some SAD symptoms.
The light box provides a measured amount of bright, color balance light equivalent to standing outdoors at noon on a cloudless day. This has been shown to help regulate the body clock. Photobiologists point out that the light is registered by the eyes through the retina, which then transfers impulses to the hypothalamus in the brain to normalize the body clock function. The light from the box will help synchronize sleep/wake patterns with ones work and life style
Light therapy requires very bright light. The Medlight produces 10,000-lux. This is approximately 20 times brighter than normal room lighting. Since light intensity drops off sharply with distance, it is best to sit near the light - about 23 inches away is optimal. Sit with your eyes open. Exposure to other skin areas will have little or no positive effect. The light box sits at eye level on an angle to provide the most comfortable and effective exposure without excessive glare. Reading at the desk, or just sitting in a chair facing the light about two feet away is all that is necessary.
