Could morning light soothe your gut? new trial tests bright light therapy for Crohn's

NCT ID NCT05579392

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether morning bright light therapy can help people with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis by reducing gut leaks and inflammation. About 30 adults with stable medication will use a light box each morning for 8 weeks. Researchers will check changes in gut barrier function, gut bacteria, and quality of life.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Crohn disease inflammatory bowel disease ulcerative colitis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Medical University of South Carolina

    RECRUITING

    Charleston, South Carolina, 29425, United States

    Contact

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  • Rush University Medical Center

    RECRUITING

    Chicago, Illinois, 60068, United States

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