Most people picture light therapy as something done in a clinic. Transcranial photobiomodulation is different. Once your protocol is set, it happens at home, in sessions short enough to fit around a working day. Here is what that looks like in practice.
Who gets a helmet
Not everyone. The helmet is a Stage Three option, which means it comes after your brain map and your review. We only recommend it where your map suggests photobiomodulation may help, and your protocol is built from your own results. If your map points somewhere else, such as psychotherapy, nutritional changes or a referral, that is what we will tell you.
The routine
- Around twenty minutes a session. You put the helmet on, start the programme and sit.
- Silent and non-invasive. The near-infrared light is invisible. Most people read, listen to something or simply rest.
- On your own schedule. Morning, lunchtime or evening, whatever you can keep up. Consistency matters more than timing.
- Set by your protocol. Which settings, how many sessions a week and for how long all come from your results, not a generic plan.
What to expect, and what not to
Photobiomodulation is a course, not a switch. Don’t expect an overnight change. People’s experiences vary, and the research is still developing (we explain where it stands here). It helps to keep a short weekly note of your sleep, focus, energy and mood. It takes two minutes, and it makes your follow-up conversations more useful.
Above all, progress isn’t assumed. It is checked against your brain map at re-mapping, so you and your clinician can see what has changed rather than guess.
Sensible precautions
Before you start, tell us about any medical conditions, medications or implants, and let us know if you are pregnant or have a history of seizures, so we can talk it through first. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions. If something doesn’t feel right during a session, stop and call us.
Cost and ownership
The Transcranial Photobiomodulation Helmet is £1,895, and it is yours to keep. You can pay securely online by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. Clearpay isn’t available on the helmet, because it is only offered on orders up to £1,000. You will find it with our other treatments under Book Your Treatment Today.
This article is general information, not medical advice. It doesn’t replace the guidance of your own doctor. If you have sudden or severe symptoms, contact your GP, NHS 111 or A&E.
