Helder 2 ear / tinnitus protocol — 15–20 cm · 10 min per session · Head mode
DeviceHelder 2 (AriHelder)
Distance15–20 cm
ModeHead mode · half power
Duration10 min per session
FrequencyDaily or 5× / week
Wavelengths631 nm red · 856 nm NIR
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Verified output: 10.47W total — NIR 9,242 mW + Red 1,228 mW.
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How to position the device
Position 15–20cm from the ear — targeting the external ear and the area around it. Use head mode. Sit with the target ear facing the device.
1
Set up the device
Position 15–20cm from the ear — targeting the external ear and the area around it. Use head mode. Sit with the target ear facing the device.
2
Select head mode
Set to head mode, half power. Output: approximately 5.2W. Head mode is mandatory for all ear proximity applications.
3
Run the session
Hold position for 10 minutes. Eye protection must be worn. Repeat daily or 5 times per week consistently.
Session guidance
Ear and tinnitus protocols require consistent long-term use — 8–12 weeks of daily sessions before assessing outcomes. This is an emerging area in PBM and outcomes vary. The protocol is investigational — manage expectations accordingly.
Safety & contraindications
Head mode only — mandatory. Always wear eye protection. Do not insert device near the ear canal. Do not use over acute ear infection.
Frequently asked questions
This protocol is used by some PBM practitioners for tinnitus. It is investigational — outcomes vary and it is not a guaranteed treatment.
Head mode only — half power. Mandatory for all ear proximity applications.
10 minutes in head mode, daily or 5 times per week.
8–12 weeks of consistent daily sessions is the minimum assessment window. Results vary significantly.