Can radio waves zap dry eye away? new trial tests device for stubborn cases
NCT ID NCT06220474
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests whether a non-invasive radiofrequency device (Thermage FLX) plus eyelid gland expression can improve tear film stability better than gland expression alone in people with dry eye that hasn't responded to standard treatments. About 112 adults with moderate to severe meibomian gland dysfunction will be randomly assigned to receive either active radiofrequency or a sham procedure, followed by gland expression. The main goal is to see if tear breakup time improves over 24 weeks.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Radiofrequency treatment (Thermage FLX System)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a new non-invasive option to ease dry eye symptoms for people who haven't improved with standard care.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial (112 people) testing a device, not a drug. The sham control means the real benefit may be modest, and results may not apply to all dry eye patients.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Grantham Hospital
RECRUITINGHong Kong, Hong Kong
Contact
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HKU Eye Centre
RECRUITINGHong Kong, Hong Kong
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