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Primary and secondary features of Parkinson's disease improve with strategic exposure to bright light: a case series study.

Author: TurnerE John D, WillisGregory L

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Overview

This study investigated the effects of bright light therapy (LT) on depression, insomnia, and motor performance in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). Twelve patients were exposed to bright light for 1-1.5 hours daily, and marked improvement in bradykinesia and rigidity was observed within two weeks. The study suggests LT may be a valuable adjunct therapy for PD patients.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
The antagonism of melatonin in models of Parkinson's disease (PD) can reduce the severity of motor impairment associated with dopamine (DA) degeneration. In consideration of the potent antidepressant effects of bright light therapy (LT), that LT suppresses melatonin secretion, that depression is com...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1080/07420520701420717

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Light Therapy for Parkinson's Disease: A Shining Hope

This case series study examines the [effects of bright light therapy (LT)] on [patients with Parkinson's disease (PD)]. The researchers found that [strategic exposure to bright light] resulted in [improvements in primary and secondary features of PD]. The study suggests that [LT] can [reduce the severity of motor impairment] and [improve mood, sleep, and other aspects of quality of life] in [patients with PD].

Light Therapy: A New Approach to Parkinson's Disease

This study offers [promising results] for [patients with PD] and suggests that [LT] may be a [valuable adjunct therapy]. The study found that [LT] was [well-tolerated] and [led to significant improvements] in [motor performance, mood, and sleep quality].

Living Brighter with Parkinson's Disease

This study highlights the potential of [LT] to [improve the quality of life] for [patients with PD]. The researchers found that [LT] can [reduce the need for dopamine replacement therapy] and [mitigate some of the debilitating symptoms] associated with [PD].

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

Think of bright light therapy as a shimmering oasis in the desert of [Parkinson's disease]. This study demonstrates that [LT] can provide a [powerful and natural tool] for [managing PD symptoms] and [improving overall quality of life] for [patients]. It's a beacon of hope for [those living with PD] and a testament to the [power of light] in [healing and well-being].

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2007-08-06
  2. Date Revised 2022-03-18
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

17612949

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1080/07420520701420717

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