The role of photobiomodulation when associated with microneedling in female pattern hair loss
March 2019
in “Medicine”
TLDR Combining light therapy and microneedling shows promise for treating female hair loss.
This document discusses the potential benefits of combining photobiomodulation (PBM) with microneedling for the treatment of female pattern hair loss (FPHL). The authors review several studies that suggest PBM and microneedling may be effective treatments for FPHL, although more research is needed to determine the optimal treatment parameters and long-term outcomes. Overall, the authors suggest that combining PBM with microneedling may be a promising approach for treating FPHL. Additionally, there are several clinical studies outlined in the document that aim to investigate the effectiveness of combining PBM with microneedling in treating FPHL.
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