Red light therapy - research says they work, reviews say they don't - Turns out commercial device are severely under-powered, so could this actually work?
    Technology 7/28/2023

    At a glance
    In this hair loss treatment regimen post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) (device) over 2 years
    💧 Rogaine (topical) foam 10 years
    microneedling (device) 0.65mm
    💧 Finasteride (topical) 9 months
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 9 months
    💧 Retinoid (topical) 9 months
    the tone is 😐 neutral with slow but steady growth results.

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    The conversation discusses the effectiveness of commercial Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) devices for hair growth, suggesting they are underpowered compared to the ideal energy output shown in medical research. A user plans to build a custom helmet that meets the required specifications for effective treatment.
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