Infrared light represents a broad spectrum of light with wavelengths from 700 nm to 1 million nm（1,000 microns）.At its shortest wavelengths（referred to as near-infrared）,it merges with the red spectrum of visible ...Infrared light represents a broad spectrum of light with wavelengths from 700 nm to 1 million nm（1,000 microns）.At its shortest wavelengths（referred to as near-infrared）,it merges with the red spectrum of visible light.At the longest end（referred to as far-infrared）,it blends into the range of microwaves.展开更多
Red and infrared light （X = 600-1,070 nm） therapy, known also as photobiomodulation, has been reported to offer neu-roprotection and to improve locomotor behaviour in animal models of Parkinson＇s disease, from rode...Red and infrared light （X = 600-1,070 nm） therapy, known also as photobiomodulation, has been reported to offer neu-roprotection and to improve locomotor behaviour in animal models of Parkinson＇s disease, from rodents to non-human primates （Rojas and Gonzalez-Lima, 2011; Hamblin, 2016; Johnstone et al., 2016）. The neuroprotective aspect of this therapy is particularly relevant; the saving of neurons that would normally die as a result of the parkinsonian degeneration, is without doubt,展开更多
Light is a powerful environmental factor influencing diverse brain functions.Clinical evidence supports the beneficial effect of light therapy on several diseases,including depression,cognitive dysfunction,chronic pai...Light is a powerful environmental factor influencing diverse brain functions.Clinical evidence supports the beneficial effect of light therapy on several diseases,including depression,cognitive dysfunction,chronic pain,and sleep disorders.However,the precise mechanisms underlying the effects of light therapy are still not well understood.In this review,we critically evaluate current clinical evidence showing the beneficial effects of light therapy on diseases.In addition,we introduce the research progress regarding the neural circuit mechanisms underlying the modulatory effects of light on brain functions,including mood,memory,pain perception,sleep,circadian rhythm,brain development,and metabolism.展开更多
Observations from clinical trials have frequently demonstrated that light therapy can be an effective therapy for seasonal and non-seasonal major depression. Despite the fact that light therapy is known to have severa...Observations from clinical trials have frequently demonstrated that light therapy can be an effective therapy for seasonal and non-seasonal major depression. Despite the fact that light therapy is known to have several advantages over antidepressant drugs like a low cost,minimal side-effects, and fast onset of therapeutic effect,the mechanism underlying light therapy remains unclear.So far, it is known that light therapy modulates mood states and cognitive functions, involving circadian and noncircadian pathways from retinas into brain. In this review,we discuss the therapeutic effect of light on major depression and its relationship to direct retinal projections in the brain. We finally emphasize the function of the retino-raphe projection in modulating serotonin activity,which probably underlies the antidepressant effect of light therapy for depression.展开更多
Given the increasing incidence of neurodegenerative disease(ND),recent research efforts have intensified the search for curative treatments.Despite significant research,however,existing therapeutic options for ND can ...Given the increasing incidence of neurodegenerative disease(ND),recent research efforts have intensified the search for curative treatments.Despite significant research,however,existing therapeutic options for ND can only slow down the progression of the disease,but not provide a cure.Light therapy(LT)has been used to treat some mental and sleep disorders.This review illustrates recent studies of the use of LT in patients with ND and highlights its potential for clinical applications.The literature was collected from PubMed through June 2020.Selected studies were primarily English articles or articles that could be obtained with English abstracts and Chinese main text.Articles were not limited by type.Additional potential publications were also identified from the bibliographies of identified articles and the authors’reference libraries.The identified literature suggests that LT is a safe and convenient physical method of treatment.It may alleviate sleep disorders,depression,cognitive function,and other clinical symptoms.However,some studies have reported limited or no effects.Therefore,LT represents an attractive therapeutic approach for further investigation in ND.LT is an effective physical form of therapy and a new direction for research into treatments for ND.However,it requires further animal experiments to elucidate mechanisms of action and large,double-blind,randomized,and controlled trials to explore true efficacy in patients with ND.展开更多
Objectives: Peripheral neuropathy (PN) is a significant contributor to disability in the elderly. It is also one of the most prevalent complications of type 2 diabetes, prediabetes and metabolic syndrome. PN is common...Objectives: Peripheral neuropathy (PN) is a significant contributor to disability in the elderly. It is also one of the most prevalent complications of type 2 diabetes, prediabetes and metabolic syndrome. PN is commonly associated with pain, numbness, tingling, burning, and cramping in the feet and legs. Current treatment options are limited to controlling pain, seizures and use of antidepressant medications. These treatments have undesirable side effects and don’t stop PN progression. Here we utilized a combination of individual-specific modalities to improve local circulation and relieve PN symptoms. Methods: We conducted an open-label, multicenter pilot trial with 34 subjects (19 males and 15 females ranging from 40 - 85 years of age). All of the participants were diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy and had bilateral symptoms in their feet, and many reported the same symptoms (pain, numbness, tingling, burning, and cramping) in their lower legs. The duration of symptoms ranged from four months to over six years. On Day 0, subjects were given a 90-day supply of the oral supplement with dosing instructions and a LED light therapy device. They also received three platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections in their lower extremities. Subjects also received an extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) treatment for each foot and subsequently twice per week for the first six weeks, then once weekly for the duration of the study. Subjects filled out the Brief Pain Index (BPI) at weekly intervals. On Day 90, subjects completed the Patient Global Impression of Change (PGIC) survey. Results: There were significant responses to pain, as evidenced by BPI scores at weeks 8, 9, 10 and 11 (p = 0.02, 0.01, 0.02, and 0.003, respectively). Analysis of the final day PGIC survey showed a favorable outcome for 73% of participants (p = 0.003), with the majority reporting Very Much Improved. Conclusions: By utilizing a multi-modality treatment protocol that includes PRP, LED light therapy, ESWT and an oral dietary supplement, we observed significant reductions in BPI scores. Quality of life and their overall impression of change (PGIC) were significantly improved, and there were no significant side effects.展开更多
Light has been clinically utilized as a stimulation in medical treatment,such as Low-level laser therapy and photodynamic thenapy,which has been more and more widely accepted in public.The penetration depth of the tre...Light has been clinically utilized as a stimulation in medical treatment,such as Low-level laser therapy and photodynamic thenapy,which has been more and more widely accepted in public.The penetration depth of the treatment light is important for precision treatment and safety control.The isue of light penetration has been highlighted in biomedical optics field for decades.However,quantitative research is sparse and even there are conflicts of view on the capability of near-infrared light penet ration into brain tissue.This study attempts to quantitatively revisit this issue by innovative high-realistic 3D Monte Caro modeling of stimulated light penetnation within high precision Visible Chinese human head.The properties of light,such as its wave-length,ilumination profle and size are concern in this study.We made stra ightforward and quantitative comparisons among the ffects by the light properties(i.e.,wavelengths:660,810 and 980 nn;beam types:Gaussi an and flat beamn;bear dianeters:0,2,4 and 6 cm)which are in the range of light treatment.The findings include about 3%of light dosage within brain tisue;the combination of Gaussian beam and 810nm light make the max imum light penetration(>5cm),which allows light to cross through gray matter into white mater.This study offered us,the first time as we know,quantitative guide for light stimulation parameter optimization in medical treatment.展开更多
Near-infrared(NIR)light has been shown to produce a range of physiological effects in hunans,however,there is still no agreement on whether and how a single parameter,like the flicker frequency of NIR light,affects th...Near-infrared(NIR)light has been shown to produce a range of physiological effects in hunans,however,there is still no agreement on whether and how a single parameter,like the flicker frequency of NIR light,affects the brain.An 810 nm NIR LED was used as the stimulator.Fifty subjects participated in this experiment.Forty subjects were randomly divided into four groups.Each group underwent a 30-minute NIR LED radiation with four different frequencies(i.e.,0 Hz,5 Hz,10 Hz and 20 Hz,respectively)on the forehead.The remaining 10 subjects formed the control group,in which they underwent a 30-minute rest period without light radiation.EEG signals of all subjects during each test were recorded.Gravity frequency(GF),relative energy change,and sample entropy were analyzed.The experimental groups had larger GF values compared to the control group.Higher stimulation frequency would cause larger growth of GF(F=14.75,P<0.001).The amplitude of alpha waves relative energy increased,while theta waves decreased remarkably in the experimental groups(p<0.02),and the extent of increase/decrease was larger at higher stimulation frequency,compared to that of the control.Sample entropy of electrodes in the frontal areas were much larger than those in other brain areas in the experimental groups(p<0.001).Larger frequency of the NIR LED light would cause more distinct brain activities in the stimulated areas.It indicates that NIR LED light may have a positive effect on modulating brain activity.These results may help improve the design of photobiomodulation treatments in the future.展开更多
Advanced biophysical wound healing therapies can apply mechanical, electrical, or light energy to re-stimulate healing processes in chronic wounds. Despite the growing evidence of the clinical efficacy of these therap...Advanced biophysical wound healing therapies can apply mechanical, electrical, or light energy to re-stimulate healing processes in chronic wounds. Despite the growing evidence of the clinical efficacy of these therapies, the optimal treatment stimulation parameters remain unknown and there are no standard treatment protocols. We introduce a closed-loop control design as an experimental system to study the dose-response of wound healing therapy treatment within a prescribed multidimensional and multimodal stimulation parameter space. Systems engineering approaches are applied to the control problem for estimation of a transfer function and model equations derived for use in optimal model-based control. The experimental control system design consisted of simultaneous application of biophysical energies inputted into a wound system. A study design set up including the use of negative pressure wound therapy, electrical stimulation therapy, and photobiomodulation device systems was described. Treatment stimulation parameters were selected from experimental ranges used in the scientific literature. Classical control methods and model-based control were suggested for model selection and evaluation and design of the overall control system. An experimental design for multimodal biophysical wound healing therapy control system is introduced to establish the dose-response interactions for development of therapeutic applications and device design.展开更多
Burn injuries are common in Pakistan. However, most people are reluctant to have infrared treatment for their wounds. This study investigated the efficacy of infrared treatment on burn wounds. The procedure involved a...Burn injuries are common in Pakistan. However, most people are reluctant to have infrared treatment for their wounds. This study investigated the efficacy of infrared treatment on burn wounds. The procedure involved a burn victim who had sustained acid burns to the neck and face. Nectrotomy was done to remove dead tissue from the burn wound, and after treatment, Low-Level Light was used to reduce pain and enhance healing in the patient. Initial results showed mild hypertrophic scars, no stiffness. Post-operation therapy included physical training regimens and massage. The patient showed satisfactory results and felt less tightness in neck movements by the following treatment. The article concludes by showing that infrared light promoted repair and regrowth at a cellular level.展开更多
The current pandemic SARS-CoV-2(also known as 2019-nCoV and COVID-19)viral infection is growing globally and has created a disastrous situation all over the world.One of the biggest challenges is that no drugs are ava...The current pandemic SARS-CoV-2(also known as 2019-nCoV and COVID-19)viral infection is growing globally and has created a disastrous situation all over the world.One of the biggest challenges is that no drugs are available to treat this life-threatening disease.As no drugs are available for definitive treatment of this disease and the mortality rate is very high,there is an utmost need to cure the infection using novel technologies.This study will point out some new antimicrobial technologies that have great potentials for eradicating and preventing emerging infections.They can be considered as treatments of choice for viral infections in the future.展开更多
Hair loss can cause psychological distress.Here,red organic light-emitting diode(OLED)light source is first introduced as the photobiomodulation therapy(PBMT)for hair growth and demonstrated as a promising and non-inv...Hair loss can cause psychological distress.Here,red organic light-emitting diode(OLED)light source is first introduced as the photobiomodulation therapy(PBMT)for hair growth and demonstrated as a promising and non-invasive therapeutic modality for alopecia.OLED exhibits unique advantages of homogeneous irradiation,flexible in form factor,less heat generation.These features enable OLED to be an ideal candidate for wearable PBMT light sources.A systematic study of using red OLEDs to facilitate hair growth was conducted.The results show that OLEDs excellently promote hair regrowth.OLED irradiation can increase the length of the hair by a factor of 1.5 as compared to the control,the hair regrowth area is enlarged by over 3 times after 20 days of treatments.Moreover,the mechanism of OLED that stimulates hair follicle regeneration is investigated invivo by conducting a systematic controlled experiments on mice with or without OLED PBMT.Based on the comprehensive histological and immunofluorescence staining studies,two key factors are identified for red OLEDs to facilitate hair follicle regeneration:(i)increased autophagy during the anagen phase of the hair growth cycle;(ii)increased blood oxygen content promoted by the accelerated microvascular blood flow.展开更多
文摘Infrared light represents a broad spectrum of light with wavelengths from 700 nm to 1 million nm（1,000 microns）.At its shortest wavelengths（referred to as near-infrared）,it merges with the red spectrum of visible light.At the longest end（referred to as far-infrared）,it blends into the range of microwaves.
基金Tenix corp and Salteri family for funding my laboratory work
文摘Red and infrared light （X = 600-1,070 nm） therapy, known also as photobiomodulation, has been reported to offer neu-roprotection and to improve locomotor behaviour in animal models of Parkinson＇s disease, from rodents to non-human primates （Rojas and Gonzalez-Lima, 2011; Hamblin, 2016; Johnstone et al., 2016）. The neuroprotective aspect of this therapy is particularly relevant; the saving of neurons that would normally die as a result of the parkinsonian degeneration, is without doubt,
基金supported by grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32171010 and 32100820)STI2030-Major Projects(2021ZD0203100)the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(2023B1515040010).
文摘Light is a powerful environmental factor influencing diverse brain functions.Clinical evidence supports the beneficial effect of light therapy on several diseases,including depression,cognitive dysfunction,chronic pain,and sleep disorders.However,the precise mechanisms underlying the effects of light therapy are still not well understood.In this review,we critically evaluate current clinical evidence showing the beneficial effects of light therapy on diseases.In addition,we introduce the research progress regarding the neural circuit mechanisms underlying the modulatory effects of light on brain functions,including mood,memory,pain perception,sleep,circadian rhythm,brain development,and metabolism.
基金supported by grants from the Commission on Innovation and Technology in Shenzhen Municipality of China(JCYJ20150630114942262)the Postdoctoral Science Foundation of China(2015M582440)+1 种基金International Postdoctoral Exchange Fellowship Program 2016 by the Office of China Postdoctoral Council(20160021)the National Key R&D Program of China(2017YFC1310503)
文摘Observations from clinical trials have frequently demonstrated that light therapy can be an effective therapy for seasonal and non-seasonal major depression. Despite the fact that light therapy is known to have several advantages over antidepressant drugs like a low cost,minimal side-effects, and fast onset of therapeutic effect,the mechanism underlying light therapy remains unclear.So far, it is known that light therapy modulates mood states and cognitive functions, involving circadian and noncircadian pathways from retinas into brain. In this review,we discuss the therapeutic effect of light on major depression and its relationship to direct retinal projections in the brain. We finally emphasize the function of the retino-raphe projection in modulating serotonin activity,which probably underlies the antidepressant effect of light therapy for depression.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.81908217,81801253 and 91649114)Natural Science foundation of Jiangsu Higher Education Institutions of China(No.19KJB180007)+3 种基金Jiangsu Provincial Social Development Projects(Nos.BE2018658,BE2017653)Jiangsu Provincial Medical Key Discipline Project(No.ZDXKB2016022)Jiangsu Province Postgraduate Training Innovation Project(No.KYCX182545)Suzhou Clinical Research Center of Neurological Disease(No.Szzx201503)。
文摘Given the increasing incidence of neurodegenerative disease(ND),recent research efforts have intensified the search for curative treatments.Despite significant research,however,existing therapeutic options for ND can only slow down the progression of the disease,but not provide a cure.Light therapy(LT)has been used to treat some mental and sleep disorders.This review illustrates recent studies of the use of LT in patients with ND and highlights its potential for clinical applications.The literature was collected from PubMed through June 2020.Selected studies were primarily English articles or articles that could be obtained with English abstracts and Chinese main text.Articles were not limited by type.Additional potential publications were also identified from the bibliographies of identified articles and the authors’reference libraries.The identified literature suggests that LT is a safe and convenient physical method of treatment.It may alleviate sleep disorders,depression,cognitive function,and other clinical symptoms.However,some studies have reported limited or no effects.Therefore,LT represents an attractive therapeutic approach for further investigation in ND.LT is an effective physical form of therapy and a new direction for research into treatments for ND.However,it requires further animal experiments to elucidate mechanisms of action and large,double-blind,randomized,and controlled trials to explore true efficacy in patients with ND.
文摘Objectives: Peripheral neuropathy (PN) is a significant contributor to disability in the elderly. It is also one of the most prevalent complications of type 2 diabetes, prediabetes and metabolic syndrome. PN is commonly associated with pain, numbness, tingling, burning, and cramping in the feet and legs. Current treatment options are limited to controlling pain, seizures and use of antidepressant medications. These treatments have undesirable side effects and don’t stop PN progression. Here we utilized a combination of individual-specific modalities to improve local circulation and relieve PN symptoms. Methods: We conducted an open-label, multicenter pilot trial with 34 subjects (19 males and 15 females ranging from 40 - 85 years of age). All of the participants were diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy and had bilateral symptoms in their feet, and many reported the same symptoms (pain, numbness, tingling, burning, and cramping) in their lower legs. The duration of symptoms ranged from four months to over six years. On Day 0, subjects were given a 90-day supply of the oral supplement with dosing instructions and a LED light therapy device. They also received three platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections in their lower extremities. Subjects also received an extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) treatment for each foot and subsequently twice per week for the first six weeks, then once weekly for the duration of the study. Subjects filled out the Brief Pain Index (BPI) at weekly intervals. On Day 90, subjects completed the Patient Global Impression of Change (PGIC) survey. Results: There were significant responses to pain, as evidenced by BPI scores at weeks 8, 9, 10 and 11 (p = 0.02, 0.01, 0.02, and 0.003, respectively). Analysis of the final day PGIC survey showed a favorable outcome for 73% of participants (p = 0.003), with the majority reporting Very Much Improved. Conclusions: By utilizing a multi-modality treatment protocol that includes PRP, LED light therapy, ESWT and an oral dietary supplement, we observed significant reductions in BPI scores. Quality of life and their overall impression of change (PGIC) were significantly improved, and there were no significant side effects.
基金supports of the One University One Zone Growth Fund (No.A03013023001019)the Central University Basic Scientific Research Project Business Expenses (No.ZYGX2016J052)+1 种基金CAMS Innovation Fund for Medical Sciences (No.2016-I2M-3-023)National Natural Science Fund Projects (No.61675039).
文摘Light has been clinically utilized as a stimulation in medical treatment,such as Low-level laser therapy and photodynamic thenapy,which has been more and more widely accepted in public.The penetration depth of the treatment light is important for precision treatment and safety control.The isue of light penetration has been highlighted in biomedical optics field for decades.However,quantitative research is sparse and even there are conflicts of view on the capability of near-infrared light penet ration into brain tissue.This study attempts to quantitatively revisit this issue by innovative high-realistic 3D Monte Caro modeling of stimulated light penetnation within high precision Visible Chinese human head.The properties of light,such as its wave-length,ilumination profle and size are concern in this study.We made stra ightforward and quantitative comparisons among the ffects by the light properties(i.e.,wavelengths:660,810 and 980 nn;beam types:Gaussi an and flat beamn;bear dianeters:0,2,4 and 6 cm)which are in the range of light treatment.The findings include about 3%of light dosage within brain tisue;the combination of Gaussian beam and 810nm light make the max imum light penetration(>5cm),which allows light to cross through gray matter into white mater.This study offered us,the first time as we know,quantitative guide for light stimulation parameter optimization in medical treatment.
基金This work was supported by National Major Scientific Instruments and Equipment Development Proiect Funded by National Natural Science Foundation of China(81827803 and 381727804)National Natural Science Foundation of China(61875085 and 81601532)+2 种基金Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Provi nce(BK20160814)Jiangsu Science and Technology Support Plan(Social Development)(BE2016759)Postgraduate Research&Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province(KYCX20_0188).
文摘Near-infrared(NIR)light has been shown to produce a range of physiological effects in hunans,however,there is still no agreement on whether and how a single parameter,like the flicker frequency of NIR light,affects the brain.An 810 nm NIR LED was used as the stimulator.Fifty subjects participated in this experiment.Forty subjects were randomly divided into four groups.Each group underwent a 30-minute NIR LED radiation with four different frequencies(i.e.,0 Hz,5 Hz,10 Hz and 20 Hz,respectively)on the forehead.The remaining 10 subjects formed the control group,in which they underwent a 30-minute rest period without light radiation.EEG signals of all subjects during each test were recorded.Gravity frequency(GF),relative energy change,and sample entropy were analyzed.The experimental groups had larger GF values compared to the control group.Higher stimulation frequency would cause larger growth of GF(F=14.75,P<0.001).The amplitude of alpha waves relative energy increased,while theta waves decreased remarkably in the experimental groups(p<0.02),and the extent of increase/decrease was larger at higher stimulation frequency,compared to that of the control.Sample entropy of electrodes in the frontal areas were much larger than those in other brain areas in the experimental groups(p<0.001).Larger frequency of the NIR LED light would cause more distinct brain activities in the stimulated areas.It indicates that NIR LED light may have a positive effect on modulating brain activity.These results may help improve the design of photobiomodulation treatments in the future.
文摘Advanced biophysical wound healing therapies can apply mechanical, electrical, or light energy to re-stimulate healing processes in chronic wounds. Despite the growing evidence of the clinical efficacy of these therapies, the optimal treatment stimulation parameters remain unknown and there are no standard treatment protocols. We introduce a closed-loop control design as an experimental system to study the dose-response of wound healing therapy treatment within a prescribed multidimensional and multimodal stimulation parameter space. Systems engineering approaches are applied to the control problem for estimation of a transfer function and model equations derived for use in optimal model-based control. The experimental control system design consisted of simultaneous application of biophysical energies inputted into a wound system. A study design set up including the use of negative pressure wound therapy, electrical stimulation therapy, and photobiomodulation device systems was described. Treatment stimulation parameters were selected from experimental ranges used in the scientific literature. Classical control methods and model-based control were suggested for model selection and evaluation and design of the overall control system. An experimental design for multimodal biophysical wound healing therapy control system is introduced to establish the dose-response interactions for development of therapeutic applications and device design.
文摘Burn injuries are common in Pakistan. However, most people are reluctant to have infrared treatment for their wounds. This study investigated the efficacy of infrared treatment on burn wounds. The procedure involved a burn victim who had sustained acid burns to the neck and face. Nectrotomy was done to remove dead tissue from the burn wound, and after treatment, Low-Level Light was used to reduce pain and enhance healing in the patient. Initial results showed mild hypertrophic scars, no stiffness. Post-operation therapy included physical training regimens and massage. The patient showed satisfactory results and felt less tightness in neck movements by the following treatment. The article concludes by showing that infrared light promoted repair and regrowth at a cellular level.
文摘The current pandemic SARS-CoV-2(also known as 2019-nCoV and COVID-19)viral infection is growing globally and has created a disastrous situation all over the world.One of the biggest challenges is that no drugs are available to treat this life-threatening disease.As no drugs are available for definitive treatment of this disease and the mortality rate is very high,there is an utmost need to cure the infection using novel technologies.This study will point out some new antimicrobial technologies that have great potentials for eradicating and preventing emerging infections.They can be considered as treatments of choice for viral infections in the future.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.61875144,91959104,21927803,51903182,and 51525203)the National Research Programs of China(No.2020YFA0211100)+3 种基金Jiangsu Key Laboratory for Carbon-Based Functional Materials&Devices(No.ZZ2102)the Science and Technology Development Fund,Macao SAR(Nos.0006/2021/AKP and 0051/2021/A)the Collaborative Innovation Center of Suzhou Nano Science and Technology(No.NANO-CIC)the 111 Project and Joint International Research Laboratory of Carbon-Based Functional Materials and Devices.
文摘Hair loss can cause psychological distress.Here,red organic light-emitting diode(OLED)light source is first introduced as the photobiomodulation therapy(PBMT)for hair growth and demonstrated as a promising and non-invasive therapeutic modality for alopecia.OLED exhibits unique advantages of homogeneous irradiation,flexible in form factor,less heat generation.These features enable OLED to be an ideal candidate for wearable PBMT light sources.A systematic study of using red OLEDs to facilitate hair growth was conducted.The results show that OLEDs excellently promote hair regrowth.OLED irradiation can increase the length of the hair by a factor of 1.5 as compared to the control,the hair regrowth area is enlarged by over 3 times after 20 days of treatments.Moreover,the mechanism of OLED that stimulates hair follicle regeneration is investigated invivo by conducting a systematic controlled experiments on mice with or without OLED PBMT.Based on the comprehensive histological and immunofluorescence staining studies,two key factors are identified for red OLEDs to facilitate hair follicle regeneration:(i)increased autophagy during the anagen phase of the hair growth cycle;(ii)increased blood oxygen content promoted by the accelerated microvascular blood flow.
文摘为观察荆防方加减联合(light-emitting diodes-low-level light therapy,LED-LLLT)红外-黄光照射治疗风热型面部激素依赖性皮炎(FCAD)临床疗效,将83例风热型面部激素依赖性皮炎患者随机分配到治疗组41例,对照组42例。两组患者均外用皮肤屏障修复剂、LED-LLLT红外-黄光照射,治疗组另给予荆防方加减内服,均治疗8周。比较治疗前、治疗后不同时间瘙痒、灼热、红斑、疼痛、紧绷感程度和皮肤病生活质量指数(DLQI)评分;检测治疗前后皮肤屏障功能、血清IFN-γ、IL-4水平及评价临床疗效。结果表明:治疗后4周,治疗组总有效率75.61%,对照组总有效率54.76%;治疗后8周,治疗组总有效率92.68%,对照组总有效率76.19%,治疗组均优于对照组,比较差异均有统计学意义(P<0.05)。在治疗后2、4、8周,两组患者在瘙痒、灼热、疼痛、紧绷感、红斑面积积分均下降(P<0.05);在治疗后2、4、8周,治疗组瘙痒积分均低于同时间对照组积分(P<0.05);在治疗后8周,治疗组红斑面积积分等方面低于对照组(P<0.05)。治疗后4、8周,治疗组(dermatology life quality index,DLQI)评分均低于对照组(P<0.05)。治疗后两组患者(trans epidermal water loss,TEWL)降低、表皮含水量增加、角质层增厚,治疗组优于对照组(P<0.05)。治疗组与对照组IFN-γ、IL-4水平与治疗前比较差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。结论:荆防方加减联合LED-LLLT红外-黄光照射治疗风热型面部激素依赖性皮炎能够明显改善患者症状,提高生活质量。
