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Red Light Therapy Shows Promise for Brain Injury Prevention

1/28/2026

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Researchers Explore Red Light Therapy

Researchers at the University of Utah study red light therapy (photobiomodulation) as a preventive measure against brain damage from repeated head impacts in contact sports.
In a 26-player study of collegiate football athletes, those receiving active treatment showed reduced inflammation and greater brain stability compared with a control group.
A Department of Defense study with 300 participants will validate findings and explore noninvasive protective strategies for athletes and first responders.

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LED Masks Reviewed

LED face masks reviewed are FDA-cleared and come with one- to two-year warranties.
The Dr. Dennis Gross DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro uses red and blue light, but its strap often comes undone.
The Shark CryoGlow mask is user-friendly and offers two programs for blemish repair and aging, with cooling pads.
Some users reported improvements in perioral dermatitis and inflammation after eight weeks of use.

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Researchers Explore Red Light Therapy

Researchers at the University of Utah study red light therapy (photobiomodulation) as a preventive measure against brain damage from repeated head impacts in contact sports.
In a 26-player study of collegiate football athletes, those receiving active treatment showed reduced inflammation and greater brain stability compared with a control group.
A Department of Defense study with 300 participants will validate findings and explore noninvasive protective strategies for athletes and first responders.

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