klmama Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 I finally went online to look at these today, and found the blue lights. Philips (bought Apollo) claims they are even more effective than their traditional lights. Does anyone here have experience with them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 Research these carefully--I have heard that there are concerns that these may actually cause eye damage. However, I have not researched those claims myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cillakat Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 I finally went online to look at these today, and found the blue lights. Philips (bought Apollo) claims they are even more effective than their traditional lights. Does anyone here have experience with them? Vitamin D is more effective than any lights in terms of treating SAD. Thankfully I no longer have to worry about any kinds of lighting.....I just maintain optimal D levels and I'm set. :) Katherine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Confuzzled Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 I haven't tried the new blue ones. I use the one that was extensively tested several years back in which the studies showed marked improvement in depression. Kris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 My new light box arrives on Monday, and I cannot wait. My doctor said to not get the blue lights because they can damage the eyes. This is a list that I emailed my husband of what to look for. (I had DH help me choose.) The box should provide 10,000 lux of illumination at a comfortable sitting distance. Product specifications are often missing or unverified. UV Filters Fluorescent lamps should have a smooth diffusing screen that filters out ultraviolet (UV) rays. UV rays are harmful to the eyes and skin. White Light Only The lamps should give off white light rather than colored light. "Full spectrum" lamps and blue (or bluish) lamps provide no known therapeutic advantage. Minimize Glare The light should be projected downward toward the eyes at an angle to minimize aversive visual glare. Sufficient Size Smaller is not better: When using a compact light box, even small head movements will take the eyes out of the therapeutic range of the light. I ordered the SunRay from http://www.sunbox.com. http://www.sunbox.com/Products/ProductPopUp.asp?ProductID=238 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klmama Posted December 13, 2008 Author Share Posted December 13, 2008 Thanks for the input. I've found online opinions both ways, with more doctors okaying the lights than against. Maybe a new crew is reading this today. Has anyone tried the blue lights or been given the go-ahead from your doctor? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cedarmom Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 I use the blue light. It is a golite by Apollo, I bought it from Costco. The reearch I did, came up with mixed results as far as the eyes go. The light I bought said it was fine for your eyes(of course they were selling a product). It has helped somewhat. November seemed much better. I was able to get up and get going(one of my problems is getting up when it is dark)I think it gives me the extra push to move and not be tooo sluggy, but I still need to spend time outside, or I get sluggy. I am taking Vit. D too, so that may be some (all?) of the positive effect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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