Category Archives: Information Videos

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James Carroll interviewed on The PEMF Podcast about Photobiomodulation

Posted on 8 March 2026 by Ian


The interview starts at 1:30 minute mark.

The PEMF Podcast sat down with James Carroll, a Photobiomodulation (PBM) pioneer with nearly 40 years in the field, to separate real science from marketing hype. From irradiance and wavelength selection to dose-response curves and proper measurement standards, James explains why many popular consumer devices fail to deliver therapeutic levels of light despite impressive claims.

Questions James was asked: Are red light masks, blankets and handheld wands actually doing anything? Or are most people underdosing without realising it?

The PEMF Podcast dive into what photobiomodulation really means (and why it’s not just “red light therapy”), the three core biological mechanisms behind its effects, and why anti-inflammatory outcomes are the most consistently supported in the research. James also shares inside insights from testing popular devices, discusses why masks and blankets often miss the mark, and explains how proper dosing is more like cooking than simply multiplying power by time. A must-listen for anyone serious about red and near-infrared light therapy especially before buying your next device.

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James Carroll interviewed by Dr Beth McDougall about NovoTHOR

Posted on 19 October 2023 by Ian

Fascinating interview that Dr Beth McDougall did with James Carroll, Founder and CEO of NovoTHOR – one of Beth’s absolute favorite technologies for bio-optimization, biohacking and healing.

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Whole body Photobiomodulation for fibromyalgia and other pain syndromes, James Carroll at Float Conference

Posted on 11 July 2023 by Ian

Seven and a half million Americans suffer from an “incurable” pain called Fibromyalgia (FM). FM is a widespread hypersensitive chronic muscle pain; patients also experience chronic fatigue and sleeping problems.

Photobiomodulation (PBM) is the medical application of light and has been clinically proven to reduce inflammation and pain wherever the beam is applied.

The following study, presented at the British Pain Society in June 2022, showed that whole body Photobiomodulation substantially relieved pain and other symptoms of fibromyalgia. Forty-two fibromyalgia patients participated in the triple-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial and were randomized to receive a NovoTHOR treatment (or a placebo NovoTHOR treatment) for 20 minutes, three times a week, for four weeks.

At the end of the study, there was a statistically significant reduction in pain and a statistically significant improvement in Quality of Life in the active NovoTHOR group. Psychological factors (kinesiophobia, self-efficacy) also improved. The authors concluded that NovoTHOR whole-body PBM is a safe, effective, drug-free treatment for fibromyalgia.

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Treating children’s oral mucositis with THOR photobiomodulation

Posted on 14 April 2022 by Ian

Belinda N. Mandrell PhD, RN, PNP has been at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital for over 30 years. Belinda speaks to James Carroll about how they have been treating their oral mucositis patients with Photobiomodulation.

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PBM RECOMMENDED FOR ORAL MUCOSITIS (NICE)

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James Carroll interviewed by Linda Bailey

Posted on 2 March 2021 by Ian

James Carroll, Founder and CEO of THOR Photomedicine interviewed by Linda Bailey, owner of Total You Health.

James discusses facts and myths about the therapy. From why red light is the best for healing of all the colors in the light spectrum, to when he thinks PBM will become more mainstream, he sheds light on where this therapy is today compared to other alternative therapies. Listen to the exciting advances being made and big news about insurance coverage!

A 1 hour video interview.

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Managing Oral Mucositis with PBM

Posted on 19 October 2020 by Ian

Annette Quinn, RN, MSN | UPMC Hillman Cancer Centers, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This session focuses on the use of Photobiomodulation (PBM) in the management of oral mucositis in oncology patients.

Educational Objectives

  • Identify the prevalence of oral mucositis (OM) in the oncology population.
  • Describe the benefits of PBM in the management of OM in this population.
  • Identify barriers to implementing a PBM program in oncology

Read more: https://www.thorlaser.com/oralmucositis/

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Disclaimer: These comments by healthcare professionals and their patients are solely their own. They are uncompensated personal stories about how they have used, or been impacted by, light therapy. These uses have not been reviewed or cleared by FDA.

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ALD PBM Symposium – October 14, 2020 Session

Posted on 18 October 2020 by Ian

James Carroll, FRSM, CEO | THOR Photomedicine Ltd, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

Photobiomodulation for Orofacial Pain

Photobiomodulation (PBM) has many applications in dentistry with clinical trial evidence published for a wide range of painful pathologies, including postoperative pain, aphthous ulcers, orthodontic pain, burning mouth syndrome, postherpetic neuralgia, trigeminal neuralgia, stomatitis, oral mucositis, dentin hypersensitivity, temporomandibular disorder (TMD), and neck pain. PBM can also be used to desensitize teeth and even induce anesthesia.

How does PBM do this, what is the evidence, and how does one treat a patient? What treatment parameters (wavelength, power, beam area, irradiance, pulses, treatment time, energy and fluence) are required for a successful treatment? How much PBM is enough, how much is too much, how many treatments are needed, what intervals are required between treatment? What are the contraindications and treatment reactions, and are there any adverse effects? This presentation will address these issues.

Educational Objectives

  • Relate the potential range of PBM applications.
  • Describe how PBM works.
  • Understand dose as it relates to PBM treatment.
  • Comprehend how to treat various dental conditions with PBM.

Read more: https://www.thorlaser.com/oralmucositis/

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