Review on Clinical Trial Results of Red and Near Infrared LED Photobiomodulation

Photobiomodulation therapy (PBMt) has played beneficial roles as non-invasive modalities for pain relief, wound healing, skin rejuvenation, hair regrowth, treatment for oral mucositis, and etc. for more than 50 years. Recently, there have been many PB Mt clinical trials for brain care. Recent results of PBMt clinical trials performed at Dankook University using red and near infrared LEDs include fat loss and reduction of symptoms on allergic rhinitis. Detailed processes, conditions of PBMt applications, and test results are summarized. PBMt using red and near infrared LEDs were found effective for fat loss and relief from allergic rhinitis. A potential application of PBMt using red and near infrared LEDs for brain care is also proposed.