Low-Level Light Therapy for Dry Eye Syndrome
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Overseen ByEric Ritchey, OD, PhD
Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Academic
Sponsor: University of Houston
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The goal of this clinical trial is to determine if there is a difference in eyelid temperature after low-level light therapy (LLLT) in individuals with different amounts of skin pigmentation and dry eye/meibomian gland disease. Participants will have 3 fifteen minute in office LLLT therapy sessions over a period of approximately 7 to 14 days.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for individuals with dry eye conditions like Dry Eye Syndrome, Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, and Blepharitis. It's specifically looking at how skin pigmentation affects the outcome of low-level light therapy on eyelid temperature.Inclusion Criteria
Ability to read and understand the study informed consent in English
I am 18 years old or older.
I have been diagnosed with MGD based on specific eye tests and symptoms.
Exclusion Criteria
History of LipiFlow, iLux, Meiboflow, IPL or LLLT within the last 12 months
Pregnant and/or lactating females, by self-report
I do not have an active eye infection.
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Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
1-2 weeks
Treatment
Participants receive low-level light therapy (LLLT) with 3 fifteen-minute sessions over 7 to 14 days
1-2 weeks
3 visits (in-person)
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
2-4 weeks
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Low Level Light Therapy
Trial Overview The study tests if three 15-minute sessions using LED lights (633nm wavelength) can affect eyelid temperature in people with varying skin tones who have certain dry eye conditions over about one to two weeks.
How Is the Trial Designed?
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Fitzpatrick skin tone V-VIExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Individuals with skin tones V-Vi on the Fitzpatrick scale will receive low-level light therapy
Group II: Fitzpatrick skin tone I-IVExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Individuals with skin tones I-IV on the Fitzpatrick scale will receive low-level light therapy
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Houston
Lead Sponsor
Trials
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Recruited
48,600+
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