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
- NCT07071493Enrolling by invitation
Light and nerve stimulation for alcohol cravings
This study tests if combining two gentle brain and nerve stimulation methods (light on the head and mild electrical pulses on the ear) can reduce alcohol cravings and change brain activity in people who drink but do not have alcohol use disorder. Participants will attend sessions for 5 weeks.
SeoulAges 19–40 - NCT06837480Recruiting
Light therapy for long-term swelling after head and neck cancer
This study tests a light-based treatment called photobiomodulation (PBMT) to help reduce chronic swelling after head and neck cancer therapy. It is for people whose swelling hasn’t improved with standard treatment.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06685601Recruiting
Light therapy for kids with ADHD
This study tests if transcranial photobiomodulation (light therapy) can help children aged 6 to 18 with ADHD. It is for children who are not on other ADHD treatments.
Jinan, ShandongAges 6–18 - NCT06574152Recruiting
Light therapy for pain relief after dental root surgery
This trial tests whether a special light treatment, called photobiomodulation, can help reduce pain and speed up healing after a specific type of dental surgery on the root of a tooth. The surgery involves a small cut in the gum, and the light may help the gum recover faster.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06371300Recruiting
Red vs Blue Light for Dry Eye With Mites
This study tests whether a special light (photobiomodulation) using red or blue light can help people with dry eye that is caused by both blocked oil glands and tiny eyelash mites. You'd receive 3 treatments, and we'd check how your eyes feel for a month after.
AucklandAges 18 years+ - NCT06351605Recruiting
Light therapy for dry age-related macular degeneration
This study is testing whether shining a special light on the eye, called photobiomodulation, can help people with dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD). If you have dry AMD and are willing to participate, you will receive the light treatment and be monitored.
Beverly Hills, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT06282770Recruiting
Light therapy belt for lower back pain after spine surgery
This trial tests whether a special light therapy belt can help reduce long-term lower back pain you still have 1 to 5 years after spinal fusion or decompression surgery.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT05916235Recruiting
Laser light treatment for jaw pain from TMJ disorder
This trial tests whether a specific type of light therapy (called photobiomodulation/laser) can reduce pain from temporomandibular disorder (TMJ) affecting the jaw muscles. If you have jaw muscle pain for at least 3 months, the study will compare your symptoms while you follow the treatment and diary requirements.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–99 - NCT05573074Recruiting
Light treatment trial for brain blood flow in depression
This study tests whether shining near-infrared light through the head can change brain blood flow and reduce depression symptoms. If you have major depression, you may be offered a non-drug, device-based approach to see how well it helps.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT05459935Recruiting
Light treatment for enlarged tonsils in children
This trial studies whether a light-based treatment (called photobiomodulation) can help children with very enlarged tonsils. It may improve breathing and sleep symptoms, and you’d have before-and-after checkups, including sleep testing.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 6–12
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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.