Light up your mind: A novel light-based treatment for neurodegenerative diseases

(Cactus Communications) Although current treatments for neurodegenerative disease (ND) help manage symptoms and delay disease progression, they do not offer complete cure and have adverse side effects. Light therapy (LT) has recently caught the attention of neurologists, and ongoing studies have shown some promise for its use in treating ND. In a new article published in Chinese Medical Journal, researchers summarize growing literature on the methods, effectiveness, and applications of LT in treating sleep disorders and ND.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news