Clinical trials
Photobiomodulation clinical trials
Below are recruiting photobiomodulation clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 82 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06678698Recruiting
Light therapy for blood pressure control in adults
This trial tests light therapy (photobiomodulation) to see if it helps people with high blood pressure who still have trouble controlling it with medication. It is a short study looking at an acute effect.
São Carlos, São PauloAges 40–60 - NCT07736092Recruiting
Light Therapy Before and After Surgery for Older Adults
This trial tests a gentle light treatment to help prevent thinking problems after surgery in older patients. It involves using a special light on your head before and after your operation.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65 years+ - NCT07602933Recruiting
Light Therapy for Muscle Fatigue from Electrical Stimulation
This study tests whether light therapy can reduce muscle fatigue and damage caused by electrical muscle stimulation. Researchers want to see if this non-invasive light treatment helps muscles recover faster.
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do SulAges 18–45 - NCT06146816Recruiting
Infrared light therapy for Crohn's disease
This trial tests a new infrared light treatment to see if it can reduce inflammation and symptoms in people with Crohn's disease. It's for those who have active disease despite current treatments or who are not on therapy.
Tel AvivAges 18–80 - NCT07863960Recruiting
Light therapy for pain after cesarean section
This study tests a painless light treatment (photobiomodulation) applied to the cesarean incision to see if it reduces pain after surgery. It might help you recover with less discomfort.
Tegucigalpa, Francisco Morazán DepartmentAges 18–45 - NCT07784231RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Light therapy for stroke-related muscle stiffness
This study tests a light-based therapy (photobiomodulation) to see if it can help reduce muscle stiffness in people recovering from a stroke. Participants will continue their usual rehabilitation while receiving this additional treatment.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18 years+ - NCT06353568Recruiting
Light therapy to prevent diabetic foot ulcers
This study tests a painless light treatment (photobiomodulation) to see if it can prevent foot ulcers in people with type 2 diabetes who are at risk. If you qualify, you would receive the treatment regularly and be monitored for foot health.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18–75 - NCT07641725Recruiting
Light Therapy and Steroid Rinse for Pemphigus Mouth Sores
This study tests whether a steroid mouthwash and/or light therapy (photobiomodulation) can help heal painful mouth sores caused by pemphigus vulgaris, an autoimmune disease that damages the inside of the mouth and skin.
DamascusAges 18–80 - NCT07546539Recruiting
Light Therapy for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
This study tests whether a special type of light therapy (called photobiomodulation) can reduce severe tiredness in people with chronic fatigue syndrome. The light is applied to the skin and may help boost energy levels and improve daily function.
Larkana, SindhAges 18–60 - NCT07525310Recruiting
Light therapy for blood pressure in people taking losartan
This study tests whether a special light therapy (called photobiomodulation) applied to your arms can help lower blood pressure and improve how your blood vessels work. It is for people who already take blood pressure medicine and have their blood pressure under control.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18–65 - NCT07426926Recruiting
Home light therapy for wrist fracture recovery
This study tests a special light device you can use at home to see if it helps reduce pain and improve recovery after surgery for a broken wrist (distal radius fracture). It compares the light treatment to a placebo (sham) device, so you won't know which one you get.
São PauloAges 18–65 - NCT07338695Enrolling by invitation
Light therapy’s effect on blood flow in healthy adults
This study tests if shining a specific type of light on your skin can improve blood flow in tiny blood vessels. You'll come in for two sessions where we apply different light wavelengths and measure your skin’s response.
Tel AvivAges 20–75 - NCT06866522Recruiting
Light reflection on skin for whole-body light therapy
This study tests a special light therapy applied to the whole body to see how light bounces off different skin areas. It may help future treatments that use light for healing or pain relief.
São Carlos, São PauloAges 18–30 - NCT07260903Recruiting
Can light therapy help balance and thinking in adults over 60?
This trial tests whether shining a special light on the forehead (called photobiomodulation) can improve balance and memory in healthy adults aged 60 to 80. It's a small study to see if the approach is safe and feasible.
Preston, LancashireAges 60–80 - NCT07203092Recruiting
Light therapy for ADHD in adults
This trial tests if a non-invasive light therapy called transcranial photobiomodulation can help adults with ADHD. It uses light to stimulate brain activity and may improve attention or focus.
Austin, TexasAges 18–44 - NCT07123285Recruiting
Light therapy for healing leg ulcers from weak veins
This study tests whether a special light therapy (photobiomodulation) can help heal leg ulcers caused by weak veins. If you have a non-infected venous leg ulcer that's been present for at least 6 weeks, this treatment might speed up healing.
Lençóis Paulista, São PauloAges 19–85 - NCT07033039Recruiting
Light therapy after nose surgery (rhinoplasty)
This study tests whether using red and infrared light therapy (called photobiomodulation) right after nose surgery can help you heal faster and reduce swelling, bruising, and pain. It is for people who are having a rhinoplasty and are otherwise healthy.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18–60 - NCT06984796Enrolling by invitation
Light therapy for pain during IUD insertion
This study tests if light therapy (photobiomodulation) can reduce pain when an IUD is inserted. It might help women who are anxious about pain during the procedure.
São PauloAges 18–50 - NCT05816798RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Laser treatment to reduce chronic knee pain before weight-surgery
This trial tests whether photobiomodulation (a type of laser/light therapy) can reduce chronic pain in both knees for people preparing for bariatric (weight-loss) surgery. If you have knee pain that limits daily life, the treatment may help you feel better while you’re in the pre-surgery rehabilitation period.
Goiânia, GoiásAges 18–70 - NCT05106608Recruiting
Mobile plus light therapy for dry mouth after head and neck cancer
This study tests whether “photobiomodulation” light therapy, guided by a phone app, can improve chronic dry mouth (xerostomia) in people who finished radiation for head and neck cancer. It may help reduce bothersome mouth dryness and support better day-to-day comfort after treatment.
GranadaAges 18 years+ - NCT05069363Recruiting
Light therapy for widespread chronic pain
This trial tests whether using a whole-body light treatment (photobiomodulation) can reduce widespread chronic pain. It may help if you have long-lasting, widespread pain and can safely use the device for about 6 weeks.
BirminghamAges 18–100 - NCT04690439Recruiting
Light therapy to treat breast cancer–related arm swelling
This trial studies whether a noninvasive light-based treatment (photobiomodulation) can reduce breast cancer–related lymphedema, which is swelling in the arm or chest area due to lymph fluid buildup. If you qualify, you’ll be asked to follow a set treatment and follow-up schedule to see if symptoms improve safely.
Hasselt, LimburgAges 18 years+ - NCT04979078Recruiting
Light therapy to ease chemotherapy hand-foot skin reaction
This study tests whether a light-based therapy (photobiomodulation) can reduce pain and skin irritation from hand-foot syndrome/hand-foot skin reaction in people getting chemotherapy or targeted medicines. It may help you heal sooner and feel more comfortable while treatment continues.
Hasselt, LimburgAges 18 years+ - NCT07865780Enrolling by invitationPhase 1/Phase 2
Laser light with or without oxygen gel for mouth sores from radiation
This study tests two ways to treat painful mouth sores caused by radiation therapy for head and neck cancer. Half of the participants will receive laser light therapy alone, and the other half will receive laser light plus an oxygen gel applied to the sores. The goal is to see if adding the oxygen gel helps the sores heal faster and reduces pain.
AsyutAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for photobiomodulation?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 82 recruiting photobiomodulation 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 photobiomodulation 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 photobiomodulation 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.