Photonic Therapy Institute

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Combined Canine Certification Classes

Our two certification classes for Pet Light Therapy and Photopuncture combined into one 5 days course! Save $200 and complete your Pet Light Therapist and Certified Pet Photopuncture Technician requirements for certification when added to the CLT - Human Light Therapy Certification Course (online). Please see each of the individual class pages for more detailed information. … [Read more...] about Combined Canine Certification Classes

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The Photonic Horse – Intro to Equine Light Therapy

Would you take a 2 day class if it could save your horse’s life and save you thousands of $$ in vet bills? Photonic Therapy can improve the health and performance of your horse in minutes! It is non-invasive, completely safe, and has been researched for over 70 years. Now YOU can use the same tools that Vets and Chiropractors now reach for as their go-to tool for healthy, pain-free animals! What if you could quickly assist your horse with COLIC ** LAMENESS ** ENHANCED … [Read more...] about The Photonic Horse – Intro to Equine Light Therapy

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The Photonic Horse – Intro to Equine Light Therapy

Would you take a 2 day class if it could save your horse’s life and save you thousands of $$ in vet bills? Photonic Therapy can improve the health and performance of your horse in minutes! It is non-invasive, completely safe, and has been researched for over 70 years. Now YOU can use the same tools that Vets and Chiropractors now reach for as their go-to tool for healthy, pain-free animals! What if you could quickly assist your horse with COLIC ** LAMENESS ** ENHANCED … [Read more...] about The Photonic Horse – Intro to Equine Light Therapy

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The Photonic Pet – Introduction to Light Therapy for Pets

Would you take a 2 day class if it could save your pet’s life and save you thousands of $$ in vet bills?   Photonic Therapy can improve the health and performance of your pet in minutes!  It is non-invasive, completely safe, and has been researched for over 70 years.  Now YOU can use the same tools that Vets and Chiropractors now reach for as their go-to tool for healthy, pain-free pets! What if you could quickly help your pet with ALLERGIES ** BODY PAIN ** ARTHRITIS ** DIARRHEA? Light … [Read more...] about The Photonic Pet – Introduction to Light Therapy for Pets

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Light Therapy for Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)

When I first began hearing about the benefits of Light Therapy (Photobiomodulation – PBM) for brain health, I needed to see the science. As a Light Therapist, I knew Light Therapy had a ton of benefits for humans and animals alike. However, even I was skeptical about it helping people with brain disorders. Light going through the skull seemed a bit much. My skepticism was put to rest within a few years of becoming a Light Therapist. It turns out near infrared light (NIR) does penetrate … [Read more...] about Light Therapy for Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)

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Near Infrared Light Therapy

The picture below shows where on the spectrum of  light Near Infrared Light is found. It should be noted that Near Infrared Light is not visible to the human eye.  Near infrared light is known to have a penetration depth of 20-100mm. That's up to almost four inches! The average male skull is .25 of an inch thick and an average female skull is .28 of an inch thick. See the picture below. So Near Infrared Light penetrates through the skull and the protective layers between the skull … [Read more...] about Near Infrared Light Therapy

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Light Therapy & Nitric Oxide “The Miracle Molecule”

In order to understand how Light Therapy affects the body on a biological level, you need to know about Nitric Oxide (NO). In 1998 the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to Robert F. Furchgott, Louis J. Ignarro and Ferid Murad "for their discoveries concerning Nitric Oxide as a signalling molecule in the cardiovascular system." They discovered that the NO molecule influences every physiological activity of the body and that it is absolutely essential for improving … [Read more...] about Light Therapy & Nitric Oxide “The Miracle Molecule”

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“Let’s Say The Lights Make My Ailment Better, Why Do I Still Want To Own A Device?”

One of the questions I'm most often asked is, "Let's say I have arthritis (or another ailment) and it gets better, why would I still want a Light Therapy Device in my home?" I go to my Light Therapy Device(s) (Photobiomodulation) for multiple health and wellness reasons. I'm a fairly healthy young person, but I know I've saved trips to the doctor and to the veterinarian just by owning a Light Therapy Device. For instance: I spent one spring day weed wacking. The following morning I woke … [Read more...] about “Let’s Say The Lights Make My Ailment Better, Why Do I Still Want To Own A Device?”

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Red Light & the Subcutaneous Layer

Probably the most researched areas of Light Therapy (Photobiomodulation) is Red Light Therapy. The picture below shows where on the spectrum of visible light (to the human eye) red light's range is. Red Light is known to have a penetration depth of 8-10mm. Looking at the ruler below, that doesn't seem like it goes that far into the body. However, when you look at a cross section of the skin, you can see Red Light penetrates into the the lowest layer, the subcutaneous … [Read more...] about Red Light & the Subcutaneous Layer

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Blue Light – Good or Bad?

There are many articles on the internet saying that blue light is bad for you. Depending on the article's title, it's easy to see they are talking about the blue light in your technology. Such as scrolling through your cell phone or tablet before bed.  However, sentences like this, "It's no secret that blue light harms our vision by damaging the eye's retina." (https://www.businessinsider.com/blue-light-from-smartphones-and-laptops-can-make-us-blind-according-to-study-2018-8) has people asking … [Read more...] about Blue Light – Good or Bad?

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Modulated Light vs Sunlight

We all know sunlight is an essential nutrient. We learn about photosynthesis in school, we know lack of sunlight in the winter can affect people with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), babies are put under light for jaundice, and we know some sunlight is beneficial for our overall health. The thing is, we also know too much time in the sun can lead to sunburns and other skin damage. So how is modulated light, in this case Photobiomodulation, LLLT (Low Level Light Therapy), Light Therapy, … [Read more...] about Modulated Light vs Sunlight

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Balancing a Horse’s Hyoid with Light

The hyoid is a apparatus of small bones in the jaw that do not connect to other bones, but instead, they connect to muscles. If a horse is a head shaker, cribber, head shy, not picking up the correct lead, or doesn't want to back up, it is a good idea to check for hyoid imbalance. Many times you can look at a horse's face straight on and see their nostrils or eyes are not in alignment. If need be, take a ruler and hold it from the corner of one eye to the other, or across the … [Read more...] about Balancing a Horse’s Hyoid with Light

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Light Therapy: It’s so easy, even a 4 year old can do it!

I've been a Light Therapist for a few years now and the one thing that still has me flabbergasted about Light Therapy is the phenomenal results people and animals receive from a modality that is noninvasive and so easy to use. Even children as young as 4 years old can shine a light on their body, or practice putting light on others, as we see in this video. My family uses light every day on themselves, the horses, and the dog. We love knowing neither the child applying the light, nor the … [Read more...] about Light Therapy: It’s so easy, even a 4 year old can do it!

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Stressed Dog Holds Light Therapist to Her Word

I had just completed a weekly webinar we host at PTI called Office Hours. During the webinar, I had mentioned that my dog, Lilo, was probably under a little stress this week and I needed to practice what I preach more often. Right after the webinar, Lilo came over to me. She was a bit groggy from sleeping and I asked if she wanted lights. Usually I'd reach for my PTI Torch, but my intuition told me to use one of my InLight Medical Pads on her back and stomach. She held me to my promise of … [Read more...] about Stressed Dog Holds Light Therapist to Her Word

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Equine Photopuncture – Balancing Horses with Light

Learn how a Photopuncture Torch may be the single most important tool in your saddlebags! We will show you how to use any Red Light Torch to help stop colic in its tracks! What else can Photopuncture do for your horse? Overcome gas colic and digestive issues in just minutes, reduce the pain from ulcers Calm the fearful and nervous horse ... without drugs Support the older horse or those with chronic health issues with Master points for stimulating the immune system and promoting … [Read more...] about Equine Photopuncture – Balancing Horses with Light

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Photopuncture helps equine pastern injury with speedy recovery

Here’s a recent testimonial from a horse owner who recently bought a 2 Light Photopuncture Kit! "Just wanted to show the progression of JJ's wound, and give Thanks to Diana Connolly for going above and beyond to get me the light kit pictured "She met me on the 4th of July"! I truly believe these lights along with meticulous care of the wound have helped get it to where it is right now! It still has to finish closing, but I don't think there will be much of a scar, and except for some … [Read more...] about Photopuncture helps equine pastern injury with speedy recovery

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How I escaped being a corporate drone and “Lit Up” my Life!

I graduated from college in 2008 and went into corporate America grateful that school was behind me and life was in front of me. Since it was during the recession, I happily took a full-time grounds maintenance job I was offered right out of school. I had worked with the same company during summers in college. However, going full-time, I discovered I didn’t resonate with my supervisors. I knew if I got into an office setting, more people would see me, and I’d be able to transition into something … [Read more...] about How I escaped being a corporate drone and “Lit Up” my Life!

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I don’t care that the point isn’t on the chart!

This beautiful boy is a 6 year old testimony for Light Therapy. 2 years ago he was in the top 5 Cardigan Corgis in the US when he went to Canada to get his Intl. Championship. While on the trip back, he tore his ACL badly. The local vet immediately called for surgery to knit the 2 ends of the ACL together. However, his owner knew that surgery would shorten his stride on that side. So we over-nighted a light therapy wrap to Montana, and she began lighting up both hind legs twice a day. When … [Read more...] about I don’t care that the point isn’t on the chart!

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Light Vs. Needle – Part One

Being an Acupuncturists sounds like a perfect job, right? The flexibility of being self-employed, the supreme role of actually helping people and at times,  maybe even saving them since they have tried everything else with no desirable results. But how about the flip side to this profession- what can possibly go wrong? I can tell you, lots of things! The top three common side effects of needle insertion are blood, bruises and screaming. People who tend to bruise easily can end up with … [Read more...] about Light Vs. Needle – Part One