What is Light Therapy
Light Therapy is a multipurpose alternative treatment using LED's
(Light Emitting Diodes) on bare skin. Light Therapy, Photomodulation, is non-surgical, without any side effects. It uses light in the red and near-infra red (NIR) range of the electromagnetic spectrum, to manage a variety of conditions related to inflammation, swelling, immune functions and more.
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Our body requires energy to operate. The human biological functions are reliant on the visible portion of the spectrum and its wavelengths.
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The light in the visible and invisible part of the electromagnetic spectrum is absorbed by enzymes in our cells, which enhances the cellular metabolism and accelerates the healing process.
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Thousands of scientific studies showed, Red Light Therapy (RLT) can effectively restore and enhance the needed functions of literally every cell and tissue in our body. Dozens of diseases can be successfully treated with red light and bring positive results.
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Red light can supercharge our cells and our immune system in a big way. It can also increase nitric oxide, that heals the cells and increases blood flow, regulates your blood pressure and reduces inflammation. Red light activates the mitochondria to produce the energy we need for healthy cells. It stands to reason, that healthy cells will lead to much better overall health and the feeling of well-being.
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"No other form of energy - sound, drugs, food, touch-nothing can target the locations in our cells like light can." -Andrew Huberman, professor at Stanford
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The human body depends light to function properly and stay healthy.
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How It Works
Light therapy in humans and mammals can be, in many ways, compared to photosynthesis in plants. When light (Photons) hits our body it penetrates our skin and tissues and is absorbed by light-sensitive molecules in our cells, producing a powerful cellular response.
Mitochondria, small organelles, the Powerhouse of the cells, needs oxygen and nutrients from food to produce inner energy ATP ( Adenosine Triphosphate).
Light is a necessary nutrient for our cells. It is just as crucial as nutrients from our food, for our bodies to function properly. As our cells start declining due to age, illness, stress or injury, our body will do the same.
“Modern science has established that the genesis of disease in the body is almost universally the result of a disruption in cellular metabolism. A cell that’s unable to metabolize food in to energy efficiently might be the most accurate definition of an unhealthy cell. When a large number of cells in the body aren’t generating sufficient energy, in the form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), then the organism as a whole is unhealthy. This decline in energy production is in the prime cause of the symptoms experienced by the patient”
- Near-infrared and Red Light Therapy: Miracle Medicine; Mark Sloan
Hello! My name is Hana Haig
I am the co-owner of the LightZone of Santa Barbara, and currently operate as our resident Light Therapist.
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I became interested in light therapy more than 20 years ago, when my husband introduced me to the idea of "Healing Light" while collaborating with NASA. Since then, I have invested my time, curiosity and passion exploring the fascinating field of light, and all of the health benefits it offers.
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In the years to come, I became passionate about the science behind light, and began my journey as a light therapist. I joined naturopaths working in spas, and shared my experience with many. I'm from the Czech Republic, where I received my masters in education from Charles University in Prague. I began lecturing and raising people's awareness about the importance of light in our lives. I have participated in seminars and educational presentations for vast audiences introducing and teaching them, how light can be used as an alternative treatment for many things, and how it can benefit everyone!
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In the past 10 years, Red Light Therapy has become more widely recognized as an alternative medical treatment, gaining increasing respect by the public and alternative medicine practitioners. For many years, I dreamed of having my own practice, in order to bring light therapy to people's lives.
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Today, more than 50,000 scientific studies and trials are proving that light is recognized as the medicine of the future.
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Over the past four years, I have established a very close connection and friendship with LightStim, one of the leading makers of LED medical devices in the world.
I have been using their devices for many years with great satisfaction.
Thanks to my experiences of the past two decades, I've become recognized by their company as one of the most experienced certified Light Therapists in the field. LightStim has been using my testimonials and success stories company-wide as examples, representing some of the best reviews they have received.
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This year, my dream came true! With the help of my financial partner, and co-owner, we have established The LightZone of Santa Barbara. We offer a state-of-the-art LED bed, the only treatment bed of it's kind available to the public in the area, north of Los Angeles.
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We are a business, with a very unique service. Our goal is not to become another SPA, but to serve people with different concerns and give them a chance to restore their health. Our bodies need light to survive, thrive, heal, slow aging and to stay healthy! The LED Bed is an extremely efficient and sophisticated medical device from which everyone can benefit.
We are very excited to see where the future of The LightZone takes us, and would like to welcome you to our LightZone Family!