Novel Approach to Treating Androgenetic Alopecia in Females With Photobiomodulation (Low-Level Laser Therapy)

    March 2017 in “ Dermatologic Surgery
    Shelly A. Friedman, P. W. Schnoor
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    TLDR Low-level laser therapy effectively treats female hair loss, increasing hair count by 51%.
    A study conducted on 44 female participants found that low-level laser therapy (LLLT) at 650 nm using the Capillus272 Pro device is a safe and effective treatment for androgenetic alopecia in healthy females between the ages of 18 to 60 with Fitzpatrick skin Types I to IV and Ludwig-Savin Baldness Scale I-2 to II-2 baldness patterns. The treatment resulted in a 51% increase in terminal hair counts in the laser group as compared to the control or sham treatment group. The study suggests that LLLT may play a potentially significant role in healthcare providers' armamentarium for androgenic alopecia.
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      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The review discusses traditional hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, and newer options like Low-Level Laser Therapy, microneedling, and platelet-rich plasma for androgenetic alopecia. It highlights the need for more high-quality trials to assess these treatments' effectiveness and standardized protocols for emerging therapies.

      community What else is good. Besides the big 3.

      in Chat  35 upvotes 11 months ago
      Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.

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