Red light may ease radiation burns in children

NCT ID NCT07183267

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether daily red light therapy can prevent or reduce skin and mouth side effects in children aged 0-16 receiving radiation for cancer. About 248 kids will get a daily LED light treatment on the radiated area. Researchers will compare their side effects to those of similar past patients to see if the light therapy helps.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

red light therapy (photobiomodulation) via a LED device

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, painless way to prevent painful skin and mouth sores in children undergoing radiation therapy.

What could go wrong

This is an early study comparing results to past patients, not a randomized controlled trial. The treatment may not reduce side effects significantly, and daily sessions could be burdensome.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

esophagitis radiodermatitis stomatitis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

    Manchester, Cheshire, M20 4BX, United Kingdom

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