Light therapy app aims to ease dry mouth for cancer survivors
NCT ID NCT05106608
First seen Jan 06, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 22 times
Summary
This study tests whether a special light therapy (photobiomodulation) combined with a mobile health app can improve dry mouth and quality of life in people who have had head and neck cancer and completed radiation. Sixty participants will receive either real light therapy or a sham placebo, plus the app, over 3 months. Researchers will measure changes in dry mouth, swallowing, mouth opening, and overall well-being.
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What this could mean
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Active substance
photobiomodulation (light therapy) device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-drug way to reduce dry mouth and improve quality of life for head and neck cancer survivors after radiation.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 people. The light therapy may not provide lasting relief, and results may not apply to all patients.
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