An Examination of Whether Infrared Light Therapy Can Reduce Stress in People With Epilepsy

Part of paid clinical trials in North Miami, Florida.

Sponsor
Cynthia Kerson
Study ID
NCT07509177
Status
Recruiting
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Conditions

Eligibility Criteria

Sex
ALL
Age
18 Years - N/A
Healthy Volunteers
Not accepted

Interventions

  • Photobiomodulation — OTHER
    Transcranial photobiomodulation emits low light (infrared) through the scalp and energizes mitochondria, which in turn produce more energy. It is assumed that many brain-related disorders are afflicted with this phenomenon.

Study Details

Do you have Epilepsy? Would you like to participate in a study using PhotoBioModulation (PBM)? PBM is being researched for potential benefits in resolving many stress-related brain disorders. It is a non-invasive technique that delivers light energy to cells and tissues that can promote brain stabilization and self-regulation, cell repair, reduce oxidative stress, and enhance cellular function. We ask you to participate for about 3-4 months and come to our facility for 30 minute sessions 3x a week for 15 weeks. You will receive extensive metabolic testing and an Õura ring for your participation.

Key Dates

Start date
Aug 11, 2025
Status verified
Apr 2026
Primary completion
Aug 11, 2026
Completion
Aug 11, 2027

Study Design

Enrollment
80 participants (estimated)
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT

Arms

  • Active Comparator: Active photobiomodulation sessions
    Participants will undergo 45 20-minute sessions of photobiomodulation. All other aspects of the study will be the same as the sham group. The Vielight Pro 2 PBM system we'll be using for this study emits pulsed 810nm near infra-red light through the nasal passage and cranium. It is a helmet that is placed on the head, and a light emitter is clipped onto the nostril. The participant will sit comfortably in a dimly-lit room, allow the helmet to be placed on their head and clip to be placed on the nostril (see below). The sessions last 20 minutes. They can read, listen to music, write, or draw during the session.
  • Sham Comparator: Control photobiomodulation sessions
    One third of the participants will undergo 45 20-minute 'fake' photobiomodulation sessions. All other aspects of the study will be the same as the active group.

Primary Outcome Measure

Subjective level of stress [ Time Frame: Start to post-intervention to 6-month follow-up ]

Central Contacts

Locations (4)

FacilityCityStateZIPSite coordinators
Brain Health Center MiamiNorth MiamiFlorida33162
Natasha Nesic, Co-Investigator, MA
[email protected]
786-333-9097
Cynthia Kerson, Principal Investigator, PhD
[email protected]
415-515-3243
Right Mind Wellness CenterCincinnatiOhio45227
Stephanie Ryall, MA
[email protected]
513-667-2165
Cynthia Kerson, PhD
[email protected]
415-515-3243
Holly Maggiano, MDWarrenOhio44484
Sue Joy, RN
[email protected]
330-307-0244
Cynthia Kerson, PhD
[email protected]
4155153243
Houston Neuroscience Brain CenterHoustonTexas77098
Alexandra Roark, Co-Invetsigator, MA
[email protected]
512-708-5551
Cynthia Kerson, PhD
[email protected]
415-515-3243

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