Department of Dermatology, State University of New York, Downstate Health Sciences University, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, 450 Clarkson Avenue, 8th Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11203, USA.
Arch Dermatol Res. 2023 Aug;315(6):1481-1486. doi: 10.1007/s00403-022-02480-7. Epub 2022 Dec 10.
Photobiomodulation, also known as low-level light therapy, has gained popularity in treating a variety of dermatologic and non-dermatologic conditions. The near-infrared (NIR) portion ranging from 700 to 1440 nm has a broad spectrum but most current research focuses on relatively shorter wavelengths. To date, clinical research regarding the application of 1072 NIR is limited to treatments for infections and photorejuvenation treatment in females. However, 1072 NIR light therapy may benefit male patients. This theoretical application is based on the biological properties of this subgroup having increased cutaneous density and thickness and the physical properties of 1072 NIR allowing it to penetrate increased depth. 1072 NIR can reach more cells throughout the epidermis and dermis compared to other parts of the electromagnetic spectrum traditionally used in phototherapy to provide unique and targeted benefits. 1072 NIR light-emitting diodes are commercially available and therefore hold tremendous potential to become accessible, affordable treatment options. Given the increased demand and market size for aesthetics for men that remains untapped, there is opportunity for future research to elucidate the potential for this wavelength as a safe and effective treatment.
光生物调节，也称为低水平光疗，已在治疗各种皮肤和非皮肤疾病方面得到普及。近红外（NIR）部分范围从 700 到 1440nm 具有广泛的光谱，但目前大多数研究集中在相对较短的波长上。迄今为止，关于 1072nm 近红外应用的临床研究仅限于治疗感染和女性的光老化治疗。然而，1072nm 近红外光疗法可能对男性患者有益。这种理论应用基于该亚组的生物学特性，即皮肤密度和厚度增加，以及 1072nm 近红外光的物理特性，使其能够穿透更深的深度。与传统光疗中使用的电磁光谱的其他部分相比，1072nm 近红外光可以到达整个表皮和真皮中的更多细胞，从而提供独特和针对性的益处。1072nm 近红外发光二极管已商业化，因此具有巨大的潜力成为可及且负担得起的治疗选择。鉴于男性对美学的需求增加且尚未开发，因此有机会进行未来的研究来阐明该波长作为安全有效的治疗方法的潜力。
