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
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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