Could an infrared hat tame epilepsy seizures?

NCT ID NCT07145489

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a hat that shines infrared light on the head for 30 minutes each day. The goal is to see if it can safely reduce seizures in people with drug-resistant epilepsy. Thirteen adults will try it for six months, and researchers will track seizure changes and comfort.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: infrared light hat (photobiomodulation device)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a non-invasive, drug-free way to reduce seizures for people with drug-resistant epilepsy.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early pilot study with only 13 people and no placebo group. It may not reduce seizures, and daily use might be uncomfortable or impractical.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Drug Resistant Epilepsy epilepsy visual epilepsy

As listed by the trial registrant

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

DRUG-RESISTANT EPILEPSY

Contacts and locations

Locations

BIDMC
RECRUITING

Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States

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