Light therapy may speed C-Section wound healing

NCT ID NCT07693478

First seen Jul 09, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether Bioptron light therapy, a type of polarized light, can improve wound healing in women who have had a cesarean section. Thirty women will receive either standard postoperative care or standard care plus daily 15-minute light sessions for five days. Researchers will measure wound size and use a healing score to compare outcomes.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
Bioptron light therapy (polarized polychromatic non-coherent light)
What this could lead to
If effective, this light therapy could speed up recovery and reduce complications after cesarean section, offering a simple, non-invasive addition to standard care.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 30 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The therapy may not significantly improve healing over standard care alone.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • A specialized surgical hospital in Shebin El-kom

    Menouf, Egypt

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