A Call to Reflect on the Wellness and Medical Indications of Photobiomodulation: What Challenges Lie Ahead?

Photobiomodulation (PBM) can provide solutions for many medical conditions, as well as numerous wellness issues. The therapeutic indications for PBM devices are not always clearly defined, and there are no requirements for mandatory training for those administering treatment sessions. At a time when access to PBM is becoming more widespread (at home or in health or wellness centers), it seems important to discuss the indications for PBM treatments for wellness and health reasons. In this article, we discuss the boundaries between indications in the field of wellness and health, the potential economic impact of distinguishing between these two areas, and the conditions that must be met for treatments to be effective.