Low-level laser/light therapy for androgenetic alopecia.
May 2014
in “PubMed”
TLDR Low-level laser or light devices could be a cheaper, side-effect free treatment for hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
The document from 2014 discusses the use of low-level laser or light (LLL) devices as a treatment for androgenetic alopecia (AGA), a common condition affecting men worldwide. Traditional treatments such as hair prosthetics, oral and topical medications, and surgical hair restoration have limitations including side effects and high costs. LLL devices, both clinic- and home-based, offer an alternative with fewer side effects and lower costs. A home-based laser comb device has set a standard, but requires careful use for effective laser penetration to the scalp. A new helmet-like LLL device for hair growth showed promise in preliminary trials and allows for hands-free use. However, the document highlights that there were few clinical trials conducted on LLL devices for AGA at the time and results were mixed. Further research was needed to establish the true efficacy of these devices for hair growth compared to existing alternative therapies.
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