Could a light cap ease autism symptoms in young children?

NCT ID NCT04660552

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: JelikaLite LLC Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 07, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether a device called Cognilum, which shines light on the head (transcranial photobiomodulation), can reduce autism symptoms in children aged 2 to 6 with moderate to severe autism. Children wear the device for up to 15 minutes twice a week for 8 weeks. Researchers measure changes using a standard autism rating scale and brain activity readings.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Cognilum device (transcranial photobiomodulation)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a non-invasive, drug-free way to ease core autism symptoms in young children.
What could go wrong: This is a small early-stage trial with only 34 children. The effect may be small or not last, and the device requires twice-weekly sessions for 8 weeks.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autism spectrum disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER

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Locations

Dr. Steingold Psychology PC

Brooklyn, New York, 11229, United States
Dr. Steingold Psychology PC

New York, New York, 10019, United States

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