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Gentle Wounding for Hair Growth
Study Summary
This trial will test whether gentle wounding of the scalp can cause the generation of new hair follicles in humans.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowTimeline
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Side effects data
From 2017 Phase 3 trial • 384 Patients • NCT02259088Trial Design
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- I have a health condition that could make participating risky.I have had issues with blood clotting in the past.I am willing and able to follow all study requirements, including visit schedules and instructions.I have had issues with abnormal scarring or keloids in the last 10 years.I am willing to avoid certain hair treatments like dyes or perms.I have a skin condition that might affect the study's tests.I have scars, sunburn, cuts, or tattoos on my scalp where treatment is planned.I am allergic to certain local anesthetics or antiseptics used in medical procedures.I am an adult under guardianship or currently institutionalized or deprived of freedom.My CCCA is graded between 2 and 4.I am over 18 years old.I have a condition that could affect how my wounds heal.I am unable to communicate or cooperate with my doctor due to language barriers or mental impairments.I have been diagnosed with CCCA.
- Group 1: Subjects with alopecia-- area treated
- Group 2: Subjects with alopecia-- area un-treated
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there still enrollments available for this clinical experiment?
"Unfortunately, this specific trial is no longer accepting candidates. Initially listed on the first of January 2018 and last updated nearly 4 years later on June 8th 2022, it has closed its recruitment period. However, there are currently a combined 106 trials recruiting patients with either alopecia areata or Laser-related conditions."
Who has the opportunity to partake in this research?
"This trial is currently enrolling 20 individuals aged 18-80 with alopecia areata. To participate, candidates must be able to follow the protocol's instructions and prohibitions, including any washout periods that may apply; they should also demonstrate good health as determined by a medical assessment of their CCCA grades (2, 3, or 4)."
Are individuals over a certain age permitted to participate in this clinical trial?
"As it stands, the eligibility criteria for this clinical trial necessitates that participants are aged 18-80. Conversely, there is a separate study available for those younger than 18 and another one open to individuals over 65 years of age."
What medical ailments is Laser commonly prescribed to treat?
"Severe, persistent cystic acne is typically treated with Laser therapy. This method of treatment has also been used to reduce the roughness of facial skin and assist in sun avoidance programs."
What is the current number of participants involved in this research?
"This trial has already concluded recruitment, with the initial posting occurring on January 1st 2018 and the last edit made on June 8th 2022. However, if you are exploring additional studies, there are 85 clinical trials devoted to alopecia areata still recruiting and 21 Laser-based studies that require patients."
Has there been any other research done utilizing Laser technology?
"Presently, there are 21 clinical trials assessing the efficacy of Laser. Of those studies, 4 have reached Phase 3 and many more are being conducted at 253 sites across America; particularly in Baltimore, Maryland."
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