Examining how light reflects off human skin during whole-body photobiomodulation therapy

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effects of photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) on human skin by measuring the reflection of light from different skin phototypes. Participants aged 18 to 30 will be divided into three groups based on their skin type and will undergo whole-body PBMT using red and infrared light. The study aims to quantify the amount of light reflected from the skin during this therapy, which has not been previously established. The findings could provide insights into optimizing PBMT for various skin types.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* male and female
* age between 18 and 30 years
* body mass index (BMI) between 18.5 and 29.9 kg/m2.

Exclusion Criteria:

* tattoo in the light reflection assessment areas
* history of skin cancer
* skin lesions such as open wounds in the mid-thigh, abdomen, biceps brachii, back and calf
* patients with cognitive difficulty reporting thermal sensation

Where it's running

• Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar)
  São Carlos, São Paulo, Brazil Recruiting

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.