An Examination of Whether Infrared Light Therapy Can Reduce Stress in People With Epilepsy
Photobiomodulation Radiant Intervention for Stress in Epilepsy
Cynthia Kerson
80 participants
Aug 11, 2025
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
Do you have Epilepsy? Would you like to participate in a study using PhotoBioModulation (PBM)? PBM is being researched for potential benefits in resolving many stress-related brain disorders. It is a non-invasive technique that delivers light energy to cells and tissues that can promote brain stabilization and self-regulation, cell repair, reduce oxidative stress, and enhance cellular function. We ask you to participate for about 3-4 months and come to our facility for 30 minute sessions 3x a week for 15 weeks. You will receive extensive metabolic testing and an Õura ring for your participation.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria5
- >18 YO
- Epilepsy - medical diagnosis with at least one seizure within the past 6 months: diagnosis to be obtained from medical records from the treating physician by signature of HIPAA-compliant medical release form
- Agreement to maintain or reduce medication regimen (based upon prescribers' advice)
- Available for intake, baseline, post-treatment, 6-month follow-up assessments, and 45 sessions of PBM
- Willingness to wear an Õura ring at all times (except for charging) for the duration of the study.
Exclusion Criteria16
- < 17 YO
- Substance use
- Personality disorders
- Heavy metal toxicity
- Mold toxicity
- Metabolic measures thresholded based on participant type
- Increase in current medication (dosage and/or type)
- No new medications prescribed (reduction as prescribed by prescribing physician OK)
- Current brain bleed
- Acute TBI within the last 12 months
- History of neuromodulation, including ECT
- Brain implants/pumps/shunts
- History of brain surgery
- Hormone replacement therapy for menopause or gender transition
- Untreated sleep disorders
- \-
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Interventions
Transcranial photobiomodulation emits low light (infrared) through the scalp and energizes mitochondria, which in turn produce more energy. It is assumed that many brain-related disorders are afflicted with this phenomenon.
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NCT07509177