670nm deep red flashlight

Recent studies have shown that a single 3 minute exposure to 670nm deep red light in the morning can improve visual color contrast for the entire week, via improvement of the retina's photoreceptors. This effect was seen in healthy subjects. Other research has shown improvements in visual acuity and macular perimetry in those with age-related macular degeneration. Red light therapy invigorates the mitochondria, thus increasing energy supply and enhancing metabolic repair processes.

Red light therapy has also gained persistent worldwide attention in recent years as a novel scientific approach for the treatment of myopia. Recent evidence has suggested that red light therapy may inhibit myopia progression by inhibiting spherical equivalent refraction progression and axial elongation without adverse effects, as well as protecting the cornea and retina, suggesting red light therapy is a safe and effective modality for treatment of myopia.  

Enormous progress in photobiomodulation regulated by cytochrome c oxidase, the primary photoreceptor of the light in the red to near infrared regions of the electromagnetic spectrum, is the primary mechanism of action in red light therapy. This oxidase is a key mitochondrial enzyme for cellular bioenergetics, especially for the nerve cells in the retina and brain. In addition, dopamine-enhanced release of nitric oxide may also be involved in controlling myopia by activation of nitric oxide synthase, enhancing cGMP signaling.

This high-quality flashlight provides an affordable way to self-administer red light therapy. 3 minutes upon waking in the morning is all that is required to reap benefits. 

Note: The light may feel harsh. It is recommend to tape on a piece of printer paper (such as the included packing slip), or a paper towel with an elastic band to dampen the emitted light. Charger not included.