Clinical trials
Photobiomodulation Therapy clinical trials
Below are recruiting photobiomodulation therapy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 30 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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 - 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 - NCT05335434Recruiting
Light therapy to help prevent mouth sores during stem cell transplant
This trial tests a type of light treatment (photobiomodulation) placed in the mouth to help prevent painful mouth sores (oral mucositis) in adults getting a stem cell transplant. It may help reduce mouth discomfort and complications during transplant recovery.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT07169357Enrolling by invitationEarly Phase 1
Light therapy and gel for gum healing after surgery
This trial tests whether a special light treatment (photobiomodulation therapy) combined with a hyaluronic acid gel can help your gums heal better after a gum reduction procedure. It may be a good option if you have swollen gums from long-term inflammation and are looking for a way to improve healing.
BeirutAges 18–40 - 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+ - NCT05675930RecruitingPhase 2
Light therapy for mouth GVHD after a stem cell transplant
This Phase 2 study tests a special light treatment (photobiomodulation) to improve oral graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) after a stem cell transplant. It may help people whose mouth symptoms have not improved with at least one prior treatment.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 4 years+ - 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+ - NCT07453927Recruiting
Blue light to help heal burn donor sites
This trial tests if blue light therapy can help donor site wounds heal faster in adults with serious burns that need surgery. It compares the healing of two donor sites on the same patient.
Cesena, Forlì-CesenaAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT07446517Recruiting
Laser therapy for knee or heel pain in young athletes
This study tests if low-level laser therapy can help teenagers with Osgood-Schlatter knee pain or Sever heel pain. It aims to reduce pain from sports, so you can keep playing.
Gdansk, PomeranianAges 10–17 - NCT07278999Recruiting
Light therapy and clobetasol for oral lichen planus
This trial tests two light-based treatments (photobiomodulation and photodynamic therapy) and a steroid cream (clobetasol) for painful oral lichen planus. The goal is to see which treatment works best to reduce mouth sores and discomfort.
Zabrze, Silesian VoivodeshipAges 20–70 - 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 - NCT06426251Recruiting
Light therapy for knee replacement recovery
This trial tests whether a special light therapy (photobiomodulation) can help reduce pain and speed healing after total knee replacement. If you're having knee replacement and don't have complications like infection or open wounds, you may be eligible.
HsinchuAges 20 years+ - NCT06239818Recruiting
Light therapy for concussion recovery in teens
This trial tests whether a special light therapy (photobiomodulation) can help teenagers recover faster from a sports-related concussion. If you qualify, you will receive the light treatment in addition to your usual care, and researchers will track your symptoms and thinking skills over time.
Houston, TexasAges 13–18 - 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.
Granada, GranadaAges 18 years+ - NCT05177289Recruiting
Light therapy to prevent hair loss during chemotherapy
This study tests whether photobiomodulation (a specific light therapy) can prevent or reduce hair loss caused by chemotherapy. It may help you keep more hair or grow hair back sooner while you’re getting treatment.
Hasselt, LimburgAges 18 years+ - NCT05763706Recruiting
Laser treatment for nerve pain after chemotherapy
This trial looks at whether light (photobiomodulation) and laser-like therapy can reduce nerve pain in people who developed neuropathy after chemotherapy. If you match the chemotherapy and language requirements, you may be screened to see if this treatment is safe and helpful for your symptoms.
Hasselt, LimburgAges 18 years+ - NCT05165056Recruiting
Light therapy to prevent vaginal side effects from radiation
This study tests whether photobiomodulation (a light-based therapy) can help prevent and lessen vaginal problems caused by radiation for endometrial cancer. If you get radiation to the pelvis, the trial aims to improve comfort and reduce tightening or damage over time.
Genk, LimburgAges 18 years+ - NCT06708754Recruiting
Light therapy for radiation side effects in head and neck cancer
This study tests if a special light therapy (photobiomodulation) can help reduce tissue stiffness and swelling caused by radiation for head and neck cancer. It may be an option if you finished radiation in the last 3 years and have moderate to severe scarring or swelling.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07311889Enrolling by invitation
Patient satisfaction with ELIXIR MD during plastic surgery recovery
This study looks at how satisfied patients are with their recovery after plastic surgery when the ELIXIR MD device is used. It aims to understand if this device helps improve the recovery experience.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07387978Recruiting
Laser therapy to prevent mouth sores during radiation for oral cancer
This trial tests if low-level laser therapy can reduce painful mouth ulcers caused by radiation treatment for oral cancer. It may help you keep your mouth healthier during therapy.
Melbourne, VictoriaAges 18 years+ - NCT07509177Recruiting
Infrared light therapy for stress in epilepsy
This trial tests if infrared light therapy can help reduce stress in people with epilepsy. You would wear a ring to track your sleep and activity, and attend 45 light therapy sessions over several months.
North Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07222449Enrolling by invitation
Wearable devices and blood tests for sleep in Alzheimer's
This study uses wrist monitors and blood tests to understand sleep problems in people with Alzheimer's dementia. It aims to improve sleep management through digital therapy and personalized insights.
Beigang, YunlinAges Any age
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for photobiomodulation therapy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 30 recruiting photobiomodulation therapy 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 therapy 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 therapy 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.