Light Therapy Can Correct Circadian Rhythms

The clock that controls our circadian rhythms is located in the hypothalamus region of the brain. Neurological deterioration of the hypothalamus can cause a breakdown of these cycles, which impairs normal daily function in patients and causes a variety of symptoms. Current treatments offer temporary symptomatic relief, now it’s believed that external stimuli, such as light, physical activity, and food intake can help reset the body’s clock and restore normal circadian rhythms to alleviate symptoms.