References

  1. Photobiomodulation | How Does Laser Therapy Work? | LightForce - Photobiomodulation therapy is defined as a form of light therapy that utilizes non-ionizing light so...

  2. Photobiomodulation CME part I: Overview and mechanism of action - Photobiomodulation (PBM), previously known as low-level laser light therapy, represents a noninvasiv...

  3. Photobiomodulation - ASLMS - One wavelength and one set of treatment parameters will not be effective for all conditions. Negativ...

  4. Photobiomodulation—Underlying Mechanism and Clinical ... - PMC - Laser and LED light induce a photobiomodulation (PBM) effect which is used to accelerate healing, as...

  5. Photobiomodulation: lasers vs. light emitting diodes? - PubMed - Photobiomodulation (PBM) is a treatment method based on research findings showing that irradiation w...

  6. Photobiomodulation: Lasers vs Light Emitting Diodes? - PMC - Photobiomodulation (PBM) is a treatment method based on research findings showing that irradiation w...

  7. Mechanisms and applications of the anti-inflammatory effects of ... - PBM can reduce inflammation in the brain, abdominal fat, wounds, lungs, spinal cord. Keywords: photo...

  8. Photobiomodulation: Cellular, molecular, and clinical aspects - Photobiomodulation (PBM) is a noninvasive photonic-based therapy, capable of dealing with immune-inf...

  9. Photobiomodulation Delivery Parameters in Dentistry: An Evidence ... - Clear evidence of PBM effects in both shorter as well as longer wavelengths was identified. Moreover...

  10. PBM/Photobiomodulation Therapy Calculating Dosage - THOR Laser - It includes the eight most important beam parameters to report, which are: wavelength, power, irradi...

  11. Effects of photobiomodulation on multiple health outcomes - PMC - PBM appeared beneficial for some health conditions, such as the strongest support for fibromyalgia, ...

  12. The evidence for Photobiomodulation treatment of musculoskeletal ... - Systematic reviews and clinical guidelines recommending PBM have been published in the worlds leadin…

  13. Photobiomodulation as a multimodal therapy to enhance wound ... - This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of PBM in the context of wound healing and skin…

  14. Photobiomodulation Therapy in Burn Wound Healing: Systematic ... - Background and objective: To determine the effectiveness of photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) in the…

  15. Changes in Brain Function and Structure After Self-Administered ... - After 8 weeks of PBM treatments, increased brain volumes, improved functional connectivity, and incr…

  16. Shining New Light on Treatment for Traumatic Brain Injury - PBM remains experimental for neurological conditions, and questions about its indirect effects and t…

  17. Transcranial photobiomodulation in the management of brain ... - The aim of this review was to determine the existing evidence of effectiveness, useful parameters, a…

  18. Traumatic Brain Injury Recovery with Photobiomodulation - PMC - NIH - The objective of this study is to analyze transcranial photobiomodulation (PBM), which employs speci…

  19. A Systematic Review of the Oncologic Safety of Low-Level Light ... - Photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy is an increasingly popular modality for aesthetic skin rejuvenation…

  20. Low level laser therapy/photobiomodulation in the management of ... - Based on its therapeutic effects, PBM may have utility in a broad range of oral, oropharyngeal, faci…

  21. Photobiomodulation therapy in management of cancer ... - PMC - The aim of this position paper is to provide scientific evidence for the use of PBM in various cance…

  22. Safety and efficacy of photobiomodulation therapy in ... - We performed a systematic review of the current literature addressing the safety and efficacy of pho…

  23. Tumor safety and side effects of photobiomodulation therapy used ... - The treated cancer therapy-related side effects include oral mucositis (OM), lymphedema, neuropathy,...

  24. Photobiomodulation in chronic pain: a systematic review of ... - The collective evidence suggests that PBM has a meaningful analgesic effect compared to placebo or c…

  25. A Systematic Review of the Oncologic Safety of Low-Level Light Therapy ... - Photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy is an increasingly popular modality for aesthetic skin rejuvenation…

  26. PBM/Photobiomodulation Therapy - Contraindications - THOR Laser - Relative contraindications / precautions · Cancer · Pregnancy · Thyroid · Tattoo · Hair on the head …

  27. Sustaining Visual Benefits of Photobiomodulation in Dry Age- - - Today we will review the real-world evidence of photobiomodulation efficacy in ocular indications. ....

Valerie Krossin

As a nurse and educator with over 16 years of experience in the field of photobiomodulation (PBM), I have witnessed firsthand the transformative impact of this innovative therapy on pain, healing and sports recovery and performance enhancement. As the Educational Director and Senior Account Manager for industry leaders ASPEN Laser and TheraLight, I have been instrumental in forming strategic alliances with health professionals, businesses, individuals and professional and collegiate teams.

PBM harnesses the power of specific wavelengths of light, particularly in the red and near-infrared spectrum, to stimulate cellular processes such as ATP production, enhance mitochondrial function, reduce inflammation, promote tissue repair, and modulate biological responses like gene expression and ion channel activity. These benefits make near-infrared light a versatile tool in PBM, with applications ranging from athlete recovery and performance improvement and pain management to potential treatments for complex neurological conditions.

My unique perspective, combining over two decades of nursing experience with expertise in cutting-edge PBM technology, has allowed me to bridge the gap between clinical practice and sports medicine. This is evident in my recent work, including an abstract accepted by the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) for E-Poster Presentation on Transcranial PBM for treating neurodegenerative diseases.

As the field of PBM continues to evolve, I remain committed to advancing its science and application in sports medicine. We are opening new frontiers in athletic performance and recovery, providing athletes with safe, effective, and non-invasive methods to optimize their potential.

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