An Examination of Whether Infrared Light Therapy Can Reduce Stress in People With Epilepsy
Photobiomodulation Radiant Intervention for Stress in Epilepsy
Who can join
Ages 18 and older · All sexes
Full eligibility criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * • \>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: * \< 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 Exclusion Criteria: \-
About the study
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.
What is being tested
- Photobiomodulation (other)
Sponsor: Cynthia Kerson · Participants: 80 · Started: Aug 11, 2025
Contact the study team
- Cynthia Kerson, PhD · Phone: 415-515-3243
- Stephanie Ryall, MS · Phone: 513-667-2165
Official record on ClinicalTrials.gov — NCT07509177
Locations in the U.S.
| Florida | Brain Health Center Miami, North Miami |
| Ohio | Right Mind Wellness Center, Cincinnati Holly Maggiano, MD, Warren |
| Texas | Houston Neuroscience Brain Center, Houston |
Conditions
From ClinicalTrials.gov, data retrieved Sep 30, 2026. Each study sets its own eligibility; the study team decides who can join.