Prospects for the Use of Physiotherapy Methods in the Treatment of Telogen Alopecia

November 2025 in “ Medical alphabet ”

A. V. Bezborodova, E. A. Shatokhina, L. V. Terentieva

telogen alopecia telogen effluvium low-intensity laser therapy high-intensity lasers radiofrequency electrical stimulation ATP synthesis signalling pathways transdermal drug delivery cell proliferation growth factor expression tissue regeneration laser therapy radiofrequency therapy electrical stimulation therapy

Studysummary This study highlights that physiotherapeutic methods like low-intensity laser therapy, radiofrequency, and electrical stimulation show promising effectiveness in stimulating hair growth and treating telogen effluvium by enhancing cell activity, ATP synthesis, and transdermal drug delivery. Our plain-language summary of this paper — not a Tressless recommendation.

Physiotherapy methods, such as low-intensity laser therapy, high-intensity lasers, radiofrequency, and electrical stimulation, show promise in treating telogen effluvium by stimulating hair growth and enhancing cell activity and energy metabolism. These methods increase ATP synthesis, activate signalling pathways, and improve transdermal drug delivery, while also promoting cell proliferation, growth factor expression, and tissue regeneration. Scientific studies support their effectiveness, suggesting potential for use in both standalone and combined treatment protocols, offering a pathogenetically sound approach to managing telogen alopecia.

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