Light therapy tested to reverse radiation damage in head and neck cancer patients
NCT ID NCT06708754
First seen Apr 05, 2026 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This study tests whether a special light therapy called photobiomodulation (PBM) can reduce swelling and tissue hardening caused by radiation treatment in head and neck cancer survivors. Sixty participants who completed radiation at least 3 months ago will be randomly assigned to receive either real PBM or a sham device. Researchers will measure changes in soft tissue thickness using ultrasound to see if the light therapy helps.
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RECRUITINGNew York, New York, 10016, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
Photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy using a light-emitting diode (LED) device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a non-invasive way to ease chronic swelling and stiffness after radiation for head and neck cancer.
What could go wrong
This is a small early feasibility study, not a large definitive trial. The sham control means some participants may not benefit, and results may not apply to all patients.
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