Clinical trials
Laser clinical trials
Below are recruiting laser clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 348 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07187180Recruiting
Comparing two laser surgeries for enlarged prostate
This trial compares two types of laser surgery (Thulio and Holmium) for treating an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia). It aims to see which laser works better and is safer, so you may get a more effective procedure with fewer side effects.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07151599Recruiting
Comparing lasers and microneedling for acne scars
This study compares three types of treatments — two lasers and microneedling — to improve depressed acne scars on the face. It is for people with a range of skin tones who have not had recent facial treatments or used certain medications.
São PauloAges 18–45 - NCT07108400Recruiting
Combination therapy for hip osteoarthritis pain and function
This trial tests if combining ultrasound-guided hyaluronic acid injections with laser therapy and rehabilitation can improve hip function and reduce pain in people with hip osteoarthritis. It may be an option if you have moderate hip pain and are not currently taking anti-inflammatory medications.
Catanzaro, CZAges 18–85 - NCT07112742Enrolling by invitation
Laser and exercise for thumb arthritis
This study tests if a special laser treatment plus hand exercises can reduce pain and improve function in people with thumb arthritis. It compares the laser to a placebo laser, so you won't know which group you're in.
KayseriAges 45–75 - NCT07078877Recruiting
Laser therapy for knee osteoarthritis: a new option?
This study tests whether low-level laser therapy (a painless, non-surgical treatment using light) can reduce knee pain and improve knee function, cartilage health, and muscle strength in people with moderate knee osteoarthritis. It may be an option if you haven't had recent knee injections or physical therapy.
Ankara, YENIMAHALLEAges 50 years+ - NCT06980961Recruiting
Laser treatment for stasis dermatitis (skin condition)
This study tests two types of laser devices (Omer Smart and Omer Premium) to see if they can help treat stasis dermatitis, a skin condition linked to poor blood flow in the legs. If you have already had treatment for varicose veins and your dermatitis is still bothering you, this trial may be an option.
Santo André, São PauloAges Any age - NCT07041736Recruiting
Laser combo for pain and infection after root canal
This trial tests if using ultrasound and a 980 nm diode laser together can reduce pain and kill bacteria better after a root canal. It may help if you have a tooth with an infection at the tip, but no symptoms.
CairoAges 20–35 - NCT07023952Recruiting
Phenol plus laser for pilonidal sinus healing study
This trial tests if adding phenol treatment to laser therapy helps the wound heal faster and better after treating pilonidal sinus (a small tunnel in the skin near the tailbone). It is for people who have this condition for the first time and have only a few sinus openings.
Istanbul, OtherAges 18 years+ - NCT06873971Recruiting
Laser plus vaginal estrogen for menopause symptoms
This trial tests if combining a special laser treatment with a vaginal estrogen cream can help relieve menopause symptoms like vaginal dryness, burning, and pain during sex. It may be a good option for women who have not used hormone therapy recently.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 45–70 - NCT05689788Recruiting
High-intensity laser treatment for chronic neck pain
This trial tests whether high-intensity laser therapy can reduce long-lasting neck pain and improve daily function. It may help people whose neck pain has lasted at least 3 months and who meet specific pain and disability scores.
Santiago, Las CondesAges 18 years+ - NCT05328401Recruiting
Laser acupuncture for shoulder pain after stroke
This trial tests whether laser acupuncture can reduce shoulder pain in people recovering from a stroke. It compares outcomes while making sure participants are not using certain pain medicines or shoulder injections that could affect results.
Keelung, TaiwanAges 20 years+ - NCT05023772Recruiting
Laser and targeted radiation for spine metastases
This trial tests a combination treatment that uses a laser and focused radiation to shrink tumors in the spine and help stabilize the area near the spinal cord. It’s meant for adults with certain types of solid cancers that have limited spread in the spine and who are not good candidates for surgery.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT04429607Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Testing different lasers for facial oil gland overgrowth
This study compares two types of laser treatments to see which works best for sebaceous hyperplasia (enlarged oil glands that can cause small bumps on the skin). If you are an adult getting cosmetic treatment for this condition, your results and possible side effects may help guide better future care.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT00748254Recruiting
Laser imaging test for rheumatoid arthritis inflammation
This study uses a laser-based imaging method to “see” inflammation in people with rheumatoid arthritis. It may help researchers better understand how active joint inflammation looks and how it changes.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT03716167Recruiting
Near-infrared laser for healing and pain in leg vein ulcers
This study tests whether a near-infrared laser can improve healing and reduce pain in chronic venous leg ulcers. If you qualify, you may receive laser treatment and will be checked over time for wound healing and pain levels.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07632742Recruiting
Two laser systems for prostate surgery: which works better?
This study compares two different laser technologies used during a minimally invasive prostate surgery called HoLEP. You'll be randomly assigned to one laser type and asked to complete brief surveys online after your procedure to help doctors understand which works best for reducing urinary symptoms.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–100 - NCT04635020Recruiting
iStent versus laser for exfoliation glaucoma with cataract
This trial compares two treatment options for people with exfoliation glaucoma who also have cataracts: a tiny implant placed during cataract surgery (iStent) versus laser treatment. It aims to see which approach better controls eye pressure over 12 months and improves outcomes.
HelsinkiAges 50–100 - NCT05163197Recruiting
Registry for laser treatment of localized prostate cancer
This is a registry study that collects information from men with localized prostate cancer who receive transperineal laser ablation (a procedure done through the skin between the scrotum and anus). It may help doctors better understand outcomes and refine treatment choices over time.
AmsterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT05337397Recruiting
Outpatient laser treatment for repeat low-grade bladder tumors
This trial tests an outpatient laser procedure to remove recurring low-grade, non-solid bladder tumors. It may help prevent or control tumor growth with treatment done outside the hospital, if you meet the tumor and health criteria.
AarhusAges 18 years+ - NCT05698576Recruiting
Laser treatment through the skin for men with prostate cancer
This trial tests a laser procedure done through the skin between the scrotum and anus, guided by MRI and ultrasound, for men with certain prostate cancer types. It aims to heat and treat prostate cancer while checking safety and outcomes over follow-up visits.
Hialeah, FloridaAges 50–80 - NCT05241236Recruiting
Laser ablation guided by MRI and ultrasound for prostate cancer
This trial looks at a treatment that uses MRI and ultrasound to guide a laser to destroy prostate cancer. It may help men with low- or intermediate-risk prostate cancer who do not have spread beyond the prostate.
Miami Lakes, FloridaAges 50 years+ - NCT06071637RecruitingPhase 3
Preventing mouth sores with laser therapy in stem cell transplant
This trial tests if a low-power laser can prevent painful mouth sores and throat pain in people getting a stem cell transplant from a donor. The laser is applied to the mouth before sores start, aiming to reduce pain and speed healing.
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de JaneiroAges 18–100 - NCT01873131Recruiting
Laser or timolol gel for fast-growing birthmark in infants
This study compares three approaches—pulsed-dye laser, timolol (a medicated skin solution), or watch-and-wait—to see which works best to slow the growth of a hemangioma birthmark in young babies. It may help find a treatment that shrinks or controls the birthmark as early as possible.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Up to 3 months - NCT07793630RecruitingPhase 4
Laser and foam treatment for spider and reticular leg veins
This study compares two treatments for small, visible leg veins (spider veins and slightly larger blue or green veins). It tests whether using a laser along with foam sclerotherapy (a medicine injected into the veins) works better than foam alone.
Ribeirão Preto, São PauloAges 18–60
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for laser?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 348 recruiting laser studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a laser trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a laser trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.