Light therapy to boost brain energy and improve thinking
This trial tests a light treatment on the head, called transcranial photobiomodulation, which may boost brain cell energy and improve memory and thinking. It could help people who want to sharpen their cognitive function.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 85 years old.
- Your vision, hearing, and movement are good enough to perform thinking tasks.
- You have not had head light therapy in the last six weeks.
- You do not have diabetes, depression, or a psychotic disorder.
- You are not pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
- You have not had head trauma or serious liver problems.
- You are not on a keto diet or planning major surgery in the next three months.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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