Adjusting to Light Intensity
Some individuals prefer to get used to the brightness
of the light before their therapy session. This can be
achieved by turning the system on a short time be-
fore sitting directly in front of it, allowing your eyes
to adjust more comfortably.
You might also wish to wake up using the Day-Light
SKY by putting it on a lighting timer. These are
available at your local electrical supply store.
Adjusting Sessions
After a week of use you should be able to
determine what usage schedule is best for you. Some
people find an additional 15 to 30 minute session
later in the afternoon or early evening to be helpful,
particularly if they experience a slump in energy late
in the day.
Generally, using the Day-Light SKY for anything
other than a task light after 8 p.m. is not recom-
mended as it may delay your onset of sleep.
Importance of Daily Use
If you miss sessions or discontinue use of the Day-
Light SKY your body may return to its usual winter-
time doldrums. Your energy should return within a
few days of resuming use.
Important Information
If you are on prescribed medication, we advise you
to consult your doctor first before you use the Day-
Light SKY or any form of light therapy. Certain
medicines cannot be used in combination with light
exposure.
If you have eye problems, you should consult your
doctor or ophthalmologist before you use the Day-
Light SKY or any form of light therapy. Certain eye
and eye-related conditions that may respond
unfavorably to light therapy.
If you are allergic to light or have a diagnosed
chronic skin disease, it is safest to consult your
doctor before you use the Day-Light SKY or
undergo any form of light therapy.
When used correctly, your Day-Light SKY can help
alleviate the fatigue and decreased activity commonly
experienced in the shorter days of fall, winter, or
even into spring. Please read and follow these
instructions carefully to ensure success.
Using Your Day-Light SKY for Light Therapy
It is best to use your Day-Light SKY at an
approximate 15° an gle and adjust the light head so
that your eyes are approximately in the center of the
light. This is the position recommended by light
therapy experts.
Begin with a 30 minute session early in the morning
if possible. Feel free to read, eat breakfast, talk on
the phone, etc. There is no need to look directly into
the light.
NOTE: While you should face the Day-Light
SKY and have your eyes open during your light
therapy session, it is neither necessary nor
recommended to look directly into the light.
Timing and Duration of Session
For best results use your Day-Light SKY shortly
after waking, preferably before 9 a.m. A 20-30
minute session is usually sufficient. Begin with a 30
minute session and adjust according to your needs –
whether shorter or longer sessions are required to
alleviate your symptoms.
Symptoms of Overuse
Although there are rarely any negative side effects of
using light therapy, it is possible to use the Day-
Light SKY too much. If you experience increased
irritability, excessive energy, and/or any discomfort
consistently during or after use, decrease the length
of your sessions, or move the light several inches
further away from you.
These symptoms generally disappear within a few
days. If not, consult your doctor before you proceed
with your light exposure.
Day-Light SKY User Guide
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Guidelines for Light Therapy Use
