Red Light Therapy Helmets

Transcranial photobiomodulation delivers near infrared light through the scalp and skull. 1070 nm is used because it penetrates bone and tissue further than the 660 to 850 nm range used for skin and muscle, and it is the wavelength in the research Neuronic cites. The helmet holds an array of 1070 nm LEDs against the head at fixed positions, so each session delivers the same pattern to the same regions.

Published research on transcranial PBM covers cognitive performance, mood and recovery in small studies; it is an area of active investigation, not an established treatment, and these helmets are sold as wellness devices. We make no clinical claims for them. The brands publish the study list on their sites and we are happy to send it.

• Neuronic LIGHT, $1,795: 300 LEDs at 1070 nm, full-brain coverage, 10 Hz pulsing, app-controlled and wireless with a 120-minute battery, 5 mW/cm2 stated. The home device: put it on, start the app, 20-minute session.
• Neuronic Neuradiant 1070, $3,395: 256 LEDs at 1070 nm across four independently controlled quadrants, controller-based, pulsing up to 999 Hz, 40 mW/cm2 stated, sessions up to 30 minutes. The practitioner device, built so a protocol can target regions and frequencies.

Both are HSA and FSA eligible and carry a 1-year warranty. The comparison table above sets the two side by side.

Sessions run 6 to 30 minutes depending on the device and protocol, several times a week, on a dry head. The LIGHT suits a home user who wants a fixed routine; the Neuradiant suits clinicians, coaches and researchers who want quadrant and frequency control.

If you reached this page looking for a hair growth helmet, the devices you want are red light caps at around 660 nm, which cover the scalp for thinning hair; they are on the Red Light Therapy Hats page. The Neuronic helmets run 1070 nm aimed through the skull and are not sold for hair.

Buying from us

Free shipping to domestic USA addresses in the lower 48; Alaska, Hawaii and international by quote. 30-day returns on eligible products in original condition. Manufacturer warranties (1 to 5 years depending on brand) are handled through us, and several brands add a 30 to 60 day home trial. HSA and FSA cards are accepted on many light therapy devices; check with your plan.