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Lin LT, Li CJ, Chern CU, Lin PH, Lin PW, Chen YC, Tsai HW, Tsui KH. Intravascular Laser Blood Irradiation (ILIB) Enhances Antioxidant Activity and Energy Metabolism in Aging Ovaries. J Pers Med 2024; 14:551. [PMID: 38929772 PMCID: PMC11205042 DOI: 10.3390/jpm14060551] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2024] [Revised: 05/20/2024] [Accepted: 05/20/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Ovarian aging is characterized by the accumulation of free radicals, leading to tissue damage and affecting reproductive health. Intravascular laser irradiation of blood (ILIB, using a low-energy He-Ne laser) is known for its efficacy in treating vascular-related diseases by reducing free radicals and inflammation. However, its impact on ovarian aging remains unexplored. This study aimed to investigate the effects of ILIB on oxidative stress and energy metabolism in aging ovaries. METHODS Genetic analysis was conducted on 75 infertile patients with aging ovaries, divided into ILIB-treated and control (CTRL) groups. Patients underwent two courses of laser treatment, and clinical parameters were evaluated. Cumulus cells were collected for the genetic analysis of oxeiptosis, glycolysis, and the tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle. RESULTS The analysis of gene expression patterns revealed intriguing findings in ILIB-treated patients compared to the untreated group. Notably, ILIB treatment resulted in significant upregulation of oxeiptosis-related genes AIFM1 and NRF2, suggesting a potential protective effect against oxidative stress-induced cell death. Furthermore, ILIB treatment led to a downregulation of glycolysis-associated gene hexokinase 2 (HK2), indicating a shift away from anaerobic metabolism, along with an increase in PDHA levels, indicative of enhanced mitochondrial function. Consistent with these changes, ILIB-treated patients exhibited elevated expression of the key TCA cycle genes citrate synthase (CS), succinate dehydrogenase complex subunit A (SDHA), and fumarate hydratase (FH), signifying improved energy metabolism. CONCLUSION The findings from this study underscore the potential of ILIB as a therapeutic strategy for mitigating ovarian aging. By targeting oxidative stress and enhancing energy metabolism, ILIB holds promise for preserving ovarian function and reproductive health in aging individuals. Further research is warranted to elucidate the underlying mechanisms and optimize the application of ILIB in clinical settings, with the ultimate goal of improving fertility outcomes in women experiencing age-related ovarian decline.
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- Li-Te Lin
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung 813, Taiwan
- Department of Nursing, Shu-Zen Junior College of Medicine and Management, Kaohsiung 821, Taiwan
- Institute of Biopharmaceutical Sciences, National Sun Yat-sen University, Kaohsiung 804, Taiwan
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, National Yang-Ming University School of Medicine, Taipei 112, Taiwan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung 813, Taiwan
- Department of Nursing, Shu-Zen Junior College of Medicine and Management, Kaohsiung 821, Taiwan
- Institute of Biopharmaceutical Sciences, National Sun Yat-sen University, Kaohsiung 804, Taiwan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung 813, Taiwan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung 813, Taiwan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung 813, Taiwan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung 813, Taiwan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung 813, Taiwan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung 813, Taiwan
- Department of Nursing, Shu-Zen Junior College of Medicine and Management, Kaohsiung 821, Taiwan
- Institute of Biopharmaceutical Sciences, National Sun Yat-sen University, Kaohsiung 804, Taiwan
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, National Yang-Ming University School of Medicine, Taipei 112, Taiwan
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei 112, Taiwan
- Department of Medicine, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 114, Taiwan
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Meyer PF, Maia RR, de Morais Carreiro E, da Silva RMV, Farias SLQ, Picariello F, Medeiros CÉL, Silva DMPE, Barros DSS, Roque VS, de Sousa LP. Analysis of modified ilib therapy in patients submitted to plastic surgery. Lasers Med Sci 2024; 39:110. [PMID: 38649644 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-024-04057-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2023] [Accepted: 04/17/2024] [Indexed: 04/25/2024]
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The sample comprised 44 volunteers who had undergone some surgical procedure and were equally divided into four groups. G1 started the therapy 24 h after the surgical procedure with the device off. G2 followed the same time pattern, 24 h, but with the device turned on. G3 and G4 started therapy three days after the surgical procedure; in G3, the device was turned off, and in G4, the device remained on during therapy; each session lasted 30 min, using 660 nm (red), energy 180 J. For all groups, the therapy started with daily use for seven days and followed the interval use of three times a week until completed 21 days. The revaluation was performed after 7 and 21 days. The results found show changes in HR at rest, systolic and diastolic BP, and in peripheral oxygen saturation, which showed a significant difference in the groups that used on-therapy (p < 0.05). In the MCGILL Scale evaluation, the mean total score showed a more accentuated drop in the groups that used ILIB, (p < 0.05). ILIB may have prevented a more significant evolution of firosis levels; however, no changes were observed in the evaluation of sleep and anxiety. The application of the ILIB in patients undergoing plastic surgery was supported in terms of hemodynamics and pain; in addition, starting the ILIB application 24 h after the procedure proved to be more advantageous.
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- Patrícia Froes Meyer
- International Research Group (IRG), Natal, Brazil
- Federal University of Rio Grande Do Norte, Natal, Brazil
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Vasconcelos MR, Cardoso-Silva L, Barbosa ACL, Borsatto MC, Corona SAM. Influence of Intravascular Laser Irradiation of Blood (ILIB) on inflammatory cytokines and nitric oxide in vivo: a systematic review. Lasers Med Sci 2024; 39:85. [PMID: 38433159 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-024-04031-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2023] [Accepted: 02/22/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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The use of Intravascular Laser Irradiation of Blood (ILIB) as a treatment or adjunct tool has been used around the world since the 1980s. So that more professionals can deliver benefits to their patients in different areas of health, it is necessary to understand in depth the mechanisms of laser action at the molecular level, for correct indication and success in the treatment. To analyze works that evaluated the influence of ILIB on inflammatory cytokines and nitric oxide (NO) in animals and humans. The literature search was carried out between February and April 2023 in Pubmed, Medline, Web of Science, SciELO, Lilacs database. The risk of bias was assessed using the bias table where the authors performed the analyzes of all articles with the risk of bias domains. The methodology was defined following the PRISMA guidelines (Preferred Systematic Reviews and MetaAnalysis Report). The search retrieved 135 possibly relevant articles. After removing duplicates, according to the eligibility criteria, evaluation of titles and review of abstracts, in the end, 6 articles were included. An increase in anti-inflammatory cytokines, a decrease in pro-inflammatory cytokines and an increase in NO can be observed. The wavelengths used ranged from 660 to 808 nm when using a low intensity laser and when using a VIP light source 480-3400 nm, they also differed in terms of the light emission pattern. ILIB may be a complementary treatment option for patients who have comorbidities that lead to systemic inflammation.
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- Milena Rodrigues Vasconcelos
- Department of Clinical Oncology, Stem Cells and Cell Therapy, School of Medicine of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil.
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
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- Department of Periodontics, School of Dentistry of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
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Parreira LFS, Pinheiro SL, Fontana CE. Photobiomodulation in the Treatment of Dysgeusia in Patients with Long COVID: A Single-Blind, Randomized Controlled Trial. Photobiomodul Photomed Laser Surg 2024; 42:215-224. [PMID: 38416635 DOI: 10.1089/photob.2023.0148] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/01/2024] Open
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Objective: The aim of this study is to evaluate local and systemic photobiomodulation (PBM) in patients with COVID-19-related dysgeusia, with the expectation of improving taste dysfunction. Background: PBM has garnered attention as a potential therapy in long COVID, a condition characterized by many persistent symptoms following the acute phase of COVID-19. Among these symptoms, dysgeusia, or altered taste perception, can significantly affect patients' quality of life. Emerging research suggests that PBM may hold promise in ameliorating dysgeusia by modulating cellular processes and reducing inflammation. Further clinical studies and randomized controlled trials are essential to establish the efficacy and safety of PBM for the treatment of dysgeusia in long COVID, but initial evidence suggests that this noninvasive modality may offer a novel avenue for symptom management. Methods: Seventy patients experiencing dysgeusia were randomly assigned to receive active local and systemic PBM (n = 34) or simulated PBM (n = 36). Low-power laser (red wavelength) was used at 18 spots on the lateral borders of the tongue (3 J per spot), salivary glands (parotid, sublingual, and submandibular glands-3 J per spot), and over the carotid artery for 10 min (60 J). Alongside laser therapy, all patients in both groups received weekly olfactory therapy for up to 8 weeks. Results: Dysgeusia improved in both groups. At weeks 7 and 8, improvement scores were significantly higher in the PBM group than in the sham group (p = 0.048). Conclusions: Combined local and systemic PBM, as applied in this study, proved effective and could serve as a viable treatment option for alleviating dysgeusia in long-COVID patients. Clinical Trial Registration: RBR-2mfbkkk.
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- Letícia Fernandes Sobreira Parreira
- Postgraduate Program in Health Sciences, Center for Life Sciences, Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Campinas (PUC-Campinas), Campinas, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Health Sciences, Center for Life Sciences, Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Campinas (PUC-Campinas), Campinas, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Health Sciences, Center for Life Sciences, Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Campinas (PUC-Campinas), Campinas, Brazil
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Pandolfo IL, Bonifacio M, Benfato ID, de Almeida Cruz M, Nagaoka MR, Carvalho CPDF, de Oliveira CAM, Renno ACM. Photobiomodulation in diabetic rats: Effects on morphological, pancreatic parameters, and glucose homeostasis. JOURNAL OF BIOPHOTONICS 2023; 16:e202300182. [PMID: 37528614 DOI: 10.1002/jbio.202300182] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2023] [Revised: 07/11/2023] [Accepted: 07/31/2023] [Indexed: 08/03/2023]
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Photobiomodulation (PBM) has therapeutic effects on wound healing, diabetic microangiopathy, and retinopathy. However, little is known about the use of PBM for the treatment of diabetes mellitus (DM). In this context, we aimed to evaluate the effects of PBM on pancreas morphology and insulin and glucose tolerance in an experimental model of DM. Thus, DM was induced by streptozotocin (STZ) (60 mg/kg). Subsequently, the rats were treated with PBM (808 nm and 30 J/cm2 ). After euthanasia, morphometric parameters and immunoreactivity for insulin and 8-OHdG were evaluated in the pancreas. The results showed that treated animals had higher values of body mass and higher values in the number of beta cells in the pancreas. In conclusion, PBM resulted in decreased weight loss in STZ-induced diabetic rats and presented a stimulatory effect on the pancreas of the treated animals, highlighting the promising effects of this therapy in the clinical condition of DM.
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- Isabella Liba Pandolfo
- Department of Biosciences, Institute of Health and Society, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Santos, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Institute of Health and Society, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Santos, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Institute of Health and Society, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Santos, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Institute of Health and Society, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Santos, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Institute of Health and Society, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Santos, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Institute of Health and Society, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Santos, Brazil
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Chen HH, Lin CY, Chen SJ, Huang WY, Kuo CW, Chang ST. Intravascular laser irradiation of blood as novel migraine treatment: an observational study. Eur J Med Res 2023; 28:457. [PMID: 37876003 PMCID: PMC10598972 DOI: 10.1186/s40001-023-01438-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2022] [Accepted: 10/09/2023] [Indexed: 10/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Migraine is one of four major chronic diseases that cause disability. Decreases in regional cerebral blood flow (rCBF) occur during migraine attacks. Laser therapy is extensively employed in treating other vascular diseases; nevertheless, its effectiveness in migraine management remains largely unknown. Therefore, we evaluated the effect of low-level intravascular laser irradiation of blood (ILIB) therapy in patients with migraine. METHODS We performed an observational case-control study in 24 patients suffering from migraine. Patients were divided into an ILIB treatment group and a traditional rehabilitation group. This study performed clinical assessments and single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) prior to and after the treatment and 1 month later. Changes in rCBF-SPECT between groups and between timepoints were compared to clinical outcomes. RESULTS Nine patients undergoing rehabilitation and fifteen patients undergoing ILIB were studied from baseline to 1 month follow-up. The ILIB group, visual analog scale for pain (P = 0.001), Montreal Cognitive Assessment (P = 0.003), and Athens Insomnia Scale (P < 0.001) symptom scores significantly improved after treatment. SPECT imaging showed a 1.27 ± 0.27 fold increase in rCBF after ILIB treatment, and no significant differences in the rehabilitation group. CONCLUSIONS Low-level ILIB therapy is associated with better clinical and vascular outcomes, and may be a feasible treatment option for migraine. Although our sample size was small, our data provide a starting point for migraine laser therapy research.
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- Hsin-Hung Chen
- Department of Medical Education and Research, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung, 813414, Taiwan
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- College of Photonics, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Tainan, 71150, Taiwan
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- College of Photonics, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Tainan, 71150, Taiwan
- Taiwan Instrument Research Institute, National Applied Research Laboratories, Hsinchu, 300092, Taiwan
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Zuoying Dist, # 386, Dazhong 1St Rd, Kaohsiung, 813414, Taiwan
- Institute of Allied Health Sciences, College of Medicine, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, 70119, Taiwan
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, Pingtung Veterans General Hospital, Pingtung 900, Taiwan
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Zuoying Dist, # 386, Dazhong 1St Rd, Kaohsiung, 813414, Taiwan.
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Tri-Service General Hospital, School of Medicine, National Defense Medical Center, Neihu District, # 161, Section 6, Minquan East Road, Taipei, 114201, Taiwan.
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de Moraes FB, Pinheiro SL. Photobiomodulation for Pain Relief After Third Molar Extraction: A Randomized Double-Blind Split-Mouth Clinical Trial. Photobiomodul Photomed Laser Surg 2023. [PMID: 37367209 DOI: 10.1089/photob.2022.0159] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/28/2023] Open
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Objective: To evaluate the local and systemic application of photobiomodulation (PBM) to reduce pain after third molar extraction. Background: PBM has been applied locally to reduce pain after third molar extraction, but there are no published studies evaluating its systemic application for this purpose. Methods: Thirty patients with two erupted third molars indicated for extraction were included in this split-mouth clinical trial. Extractions were performed 3 weeks apart in each patient, with one extraction socket being randomly assigned to local and systemic PBM (PBM group) and the other to no PBM (control group). Postoperative analgesia consisted of oral acetaminophen for 3 days. Outcomes included pain (visual analog scale), swelling, and quality of life (14-item Oral Health Impact Profile) assessed before and immediately, 24 h, 48 h, and 7 days after extraction. Results were analyzed by Kruskal-Wallis test, followed by Student-Newman-Keuls test. Results: In the control group, pain increased significantly at 24 and 48 h after extraction (p = 0.0000), decreasing after 7 days (before: 0.36; immediately after: 1.06; 24 h: 4.26; 48 h: 2.53; 7 days: 0.36). In the PBM group, patients reported no pain at all time points, indicating effectiveness of local and systemic PBM in relieving pain after third molar extraction (p = 0.2151) (before: 0.30; immediately after: 0.36; 24 h: 0.86; 48 h: 0.30; 7 days: 0.03). PBM also had a modulatory effect on the inflammatory process and improved comfort after extraction. Conclusions: Combined local and systemic PBM can be useful for pain relief, swelling control, and quality-of-life improvement in patients undergoing third molar extraction.
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Dos Santos Malavazzi TC, Fernandes KPS, Lopez TCC, Rodrigues MFSD, Horliana ACRT, Bussadori SK, Mesquita-Ferrari RA. Effects of the invasive and non-invasive systemic photobiomodulation using low-level laser in experimental models: A systematic review. Lasers Med Sci 2023; 38:137. [PMID: 37318623 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-023-03799-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2022] [Accepted: 05/31/2023] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Systemic photobiomodulation (PBM) of the blood or over blood vessels has been associated with bio-stimulating, vasodilating, and anti-inflammatory properties. This treatment modality has been used for modulating inflammatory processes, tissue repair, atherosclerosis, and systemic arterial hypertension, and is described more often in clinical studies than experimental models. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to conduct a literature review regarding the effect of systemic PBM involving the intravascular laser irradiation of blood (ILIB) or non-invasive vascular photobiomodulation (VPBM) using low-level laser (LLL) in experimental (animal) models. The PubMed/MEDLINE®, Scopus, SPIE Digital Library, and Web of Science databases were searched for articles on the use of VPBM with LLL in animal models. Nine original articles met the inclusion criteria and were critically evaluated. The variables of interest were the dosimetric laser parameters, different methods for delivering energy, and the main results. The use laser in the red spectrum was more prevalent and VPBM (non-invasive) predominated over ILIB (invasive). No standardization was found in the dosimetric parameters. However, the studies showed the positive effects of VPBM on arterial pressure and blood circulation, the positive effects of ILIB on blood composition and hematological markers, as well as positive effects of both forms of systemic PBM (ILIB and VPBM) on the tissue repair process. In conclusion, the studies evaluated in the present review showed that the use of systemic PBM with ILIB or non-invasive VPBM induced positive effects, modulating metabolic conditions and tissue repair. However, there is a need for standardization in the dosimetric parameters for the different conditions and processes evaluated using experimental models.
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- Tainá Caroline Dos Santos Malavazzi
- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to the Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, São Paulo, SP, 01525-000, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to the Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, São Paulo, SP, 01525-000, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to the Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, São Paulo, SP, 01525-000, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to the Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, São Paulo, SP, 01525-000, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to the Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, São Paulo, SP, 01525-000, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to the Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, São Paulo, SP, 01525-000, Brazil
- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, UNINOVE, São Paulo, SP, 01525-000, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to the Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, São Paulo, SP, 01525-000, Brazil.
- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, UNINOVE, São Paulo, SP, 01525-000, Brazil.
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Lin YP, Ku CH, Chang CC, Chang ST. Effects of intravascular photobiomodulation on cognitive impairment and crossed cerebellar diaschisis in patients with traumatic brain injury: a longitudinal study. Lasers Med Sci 2023; 38:108. [PMID: 37076743 PMCID: PMC10115718 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-023-03764-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2022] [Accepted: 04/04/2023] [Indexed: 04/21/2023]
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The association between intravascular photobiomodulation (iPBM) and crossed cerebellar diaschisis (CCD) and cognitive dysfunction in patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI) remains unknown. We postulate that iPBM might enable greater neurologic improvements. The objective of this study was to evaluate the clinical impact of iPBM on the prognosis of patients with TBI. In this longitudinal study, patients who were diagnosed with TBI were recruited. CCD was identified from brain perfusion images when the uptake difference of both cerebella was > 20%. Thus, two groups were identified: CCD( +) and CCD( -). All patients received general traditional physical therapy and three courses of iPBM (helium-neon laser illuminator, 632.8 nm). Treatment assemblies were conducted on weekdays for 2 consecutive weeks as a solitary treatment course. Three courses of iPBM were performed over 2-3 months, with 1-3 weeks of rest between each course. The outcomes were measured using the Rancho Los Amigos Levels of Cognitive Functioning (LCF) tool. The chi-square test was used to compare categorical variables. Generalized estimating equations were used to verify the associations of various effects between the two groups. p < 0.05 indicated a statistically significant difference. Thirty patients were included and classified into the CCD( +) and CCD( -) groups (n = 15, each group). Statistics showed that before iPBM, CCD in the CCD( +) group was 2.74 (exp 1.0081) times higher than that of CCD( -) group (p = 0.1632). After iPBM, the CCD was 0.64 (exp-0.4436) times lower in the CCD( +) group than in the CCD( -) group (p < 0.0001). Cognitive assessment revealed that, before iPBM, the CCD( +) group had a non-significantly 0.1030 lower LCF score than that of CCD( -) group (p = 0.1632). Similarly, the CCD( +) group had a non-significantly 0.0013 higher score than that of CCD( -) after iPBM treatment (p = 0.7041), indicating no significant differences between the CCD( +) or CCD( -) following iPBM and general physical therapy. CCD was less likely to appear in iPBM-treated patients. Additionally, iPBM was not associated with LCF score. Administration of iPBM could be applied in TBI patients to reduce the occurrence of CCD. The study failed to show differences in cognitive function after iPBM, which still serves as an alternative non-pharmacological intervention.
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- Yen-Po Lin
- Department of Medical Education and Research, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Department of Medical Education and Research, National Cheng Kung University Hospital, Tainan, Taiwan
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- School of Public Health, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, School of Medicine, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Neihu District, # 161, Section 6, Minquan East Road, Taipei, 114201, Taiwan
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, School of Medicine, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Neihu District, # 161, Section 6, Minquan East Road, Taipei, 114201, Taiwan.
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Zuoying Dist., # 386, Dazhong 1st Rd., 813414, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
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Schapochnik A, Alonso PT, de Souza V, Rodrigues V, Quintela K, Cruz MDP, Ferreira CM, Cecatto RB, Rodrigues MFSD, Hamblin MR, Lino-Dos-Santos-Franco A. Intravascular laser irradiation of blood (ILIB) used to treat lung diseases: a short critical review. Lasers Med Sci 2023; 38:93. [PMID: 36964849 PMCID: PMC10039675 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-023-03750-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2022] [Accepted: 03/10/2023] [Indexed: 03/26/2023]
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Intravascular laser irradiation of blood (ILIB) was developed to treat cardiovascular diseases due to its rheological effects. In its original form, ILIB was applied by an intravenous optical fiber, restricting its application. However, this technique was modified to non-invasive irradiation through the radial artery, now called vascular photobiomodulation (VPBM). Many studies have used both, ILIB and VPBM, to treat lung diseases. It is well established that lung diseases affect more than 300 million people worldwide with high morbidity and mortality rates. In this short critical review, we discuss the potential benefits of photobiomodulation to treat lung diseases using these two approaches. The search was performed in the electronic database of MEDLINE (Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System Online) via PubMed. The data search was carried out from 1991 to 2017. We selected a total of 10 clinical studies using either ILIB or VPBM, in addition to 2 experimental studies in animals. The respiratory diseases treated in these studies included bronchitis, asthma, pneumonia, and tuberculosis. The results showed overall beneficial effects on lung diseases, characterized by a reduction in the inflammatory cascade and antioxidant effects, improvement of hemodynamic parameters, the efficiency of gas exchange, and reduction of hospitalization periods. In conclusion, all studies showed promising effects of ILIB in both animal and human studies. The studies did not discuss any disadvantages or contraindications. However, further studies are needed in order to understand the dosimetry, and the literature is lacking in randomized, controlled clinical trials. Thus, this review highlights the need for additional studies using this approach.
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- Adriana Schapochnik
- Post Graduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, University Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 239/245, São Paulo, SP, 01504-000, Brazil
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- Post Graduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, University Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 239/245, São Paulo, SP, 01504-000, Brazil
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- Post Graduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, University Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 239/245, São Paulo, SP, 01504-000, Brazil
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- Post Graduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, University Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 239/245, São Paulo, SP, 01504-000, Brazil
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- Post Graduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, University Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 239/245, São Paulo, SP, 01504-000, Brazil
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- Post Graduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, University Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 239/245, São Paulo, SP, 01504-000, Brazil
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- Post Graduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, University Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 239/245, São Paulo, SP, 01504-000, Brazil
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- Post Graduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, University Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 239/245, São Paulo, SP, 01504-000, Brazil
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- Laser Research Centre, Faculty of Health Science, University of Johannesburg, Doornfontein, 2028, South Africa
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- Post Graduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, University Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 239/245, São Paulo, SP, 01504-000, Brazil.
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da Silva Tonetto L, da Silva CCF, Gonzatti N, Guex CG, Hartmann DD, Boschi ES, Lago PD, Trevisan ME, de Freitas Bauermann L, Jaenisch RB. Effects of photobiomodulation on oxidative stress in rats with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Lasers Med Sci 2023; 38:90. [PMID: 36947266 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-023-03745-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2022] [Accepted: 02/18/2023] [Indexed: 03/23/2023]
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The present study aimed to evaluate photobiomodulation effects on oxidative stress in type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM2). Thirty-one male Wistar rats were used and divided into 4 groups: group 1 - animals without diabetes mellitus 2 without laser 21 J/cm2 (C-SHAM), group 2 - animals with diabetes mellitus 2 without laser 21 J/cm2 (C-DM2), group 3 - animals without diabetes mellitus 2 with laser 21 J/cm2 (L-SHAM), group 4 - animals with diabetes mellitus 2 with laser 21 J/cm2 (L-DM2). The protocol was performed 5 days/week, for 6 weeks. The animals that received photobiomodulation had one dose irradiated at two spots in the right gastrocnemius muscle. Twenty-four hours after the last intervention, the animals were euthanized. Heart, diaphragm, liver, right gastrocnemius, plasma, kidneys, weighed, and stored for further analysis. In rats with DM2, photobiomodulation promoted a decrease in thiobarbituric acid reactive substance assay (TBARS) in plasma levels. On the other hand, photobiomodulation demonstrated an increase in non-protein thiol levels (NPSH) in the heart, diaphragm and gastrocnemius. Moreover, photobiomodulation produced in the heart, diaphragm and plasma levels led to an increase in superoxide dismutase (SOD). Interestingly, photobiomodulation was able to increase superoxide dismutase in rats without DM2 in the heart, diaphragm, gastrocnemius and kidneys. These findings suggested that 6 weeks of photobiomodulation in rats with DM2 promoted beneficial adaptations in oxidative stress, with a decrease in parameters of oxidant activity and an increase in antioxidant activity.
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- Larissa da Silva Tonetto
- Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Postgraduate Program in Movement and Rehabilitation Sciences, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, Brazil
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- Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Postgraduate Program in Movement and Rehabilitation Sciences, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, Brazil
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- Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Postgraduate Program in Movement and Rehabilitation Sciences, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, Brazil
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- Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemical Sciences, Postgraduate Program in Toxicological Biochemistry, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande Do Sul, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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- Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Postgraduate Program in Movement and Rehabilitation Sciences, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, Brazil
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- Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Postgraduate Program in Movement and Rehabilitation Sciences, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, Brazil.
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Kurhaluk N, Tkachenko H, Tomin V. Invitro impact of a combination of red and infrared LEDs, infrared laser and magnetic field on biomarkers of oxidative stress and hemolysis of erythrocytes sampled from healthy individuals and diabetes patients. JOURNAL OF PHOTOCHEMISTRY AND PHOTOBIOLOGY. B, BIOLOGY 2023; 242:112685. [PMID: 36921401 DOI: 10.1016/j.jphotobiol.2023.112685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2022] [Revised: 02/24/2023] [Accepted: 03/06/2023] [Indexed: 03/18/2023]
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AIMS Low-intensity infrared laser irradiation with output emissions of the laser and LED for in vitro irradiation of plasma and erythrocyte samples collected from healthy individuals and diabetes mellitus (DM) patients was used in the current study. METHODS The generated emission was in the range 0.85-0.89 nm with pulse duration near 130 ns and repetition rates of pulses 50, 150, 600, and 1500 Hz, average power 0, 50, or 100 mW, in the range of 1-9 min for different 30 variants of irradiation. The levels of 2-thiobarbituric-acid reactive substances (TBARS), aldehydic and ketonic derivatives of oxidatively modified proteins (OMP), total antioxidant capacity (TAC), acid-induced resistance of erythrocytes, and activities of the main antioxidant enzymes were assessed in erythrocyte and plasma samples after irradiation. RESULTS The low-intensity infrared laser irradiation and low-intensity light emitted by a red LED decreased the lipid peroxidation levels in the erythrocytes of both healthy individuals and DM patients. A statistically significant decrease in TBARS and OMP levels and an increase in the TAC level were observed at the irradiation energy of 34.39 and 68.79 J/cm2 for samples collected from both healthy individuals and DM patients. The effects of the irradiation were accompanied by a statistically significant decrease in catalase activity of both healthy individuals and DM patients. CONCLUSIONS In many variants of the laser irradiation and low-intensity light emitted by a red LED used in our study, a decrease in the percent of hemolyzed erythrocytes was observed, suggesting that laser therapy protocols should take into account fluencies, frequencies, and wavelengths of the laser before the beginning of treatment, especially in DM patients.
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- Natalia Kurhaluk
- Department of Biology, Institute of Biology and Earth Sciences, Pomeranian University in Słupsk, Słupsk, Poland.
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- Department of Biology, Institute of Biology and Earth Sciences, Pomeranian University in Słupsk, Słupsk, Poland
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- Department of Physics, Institute of Science and Technology, Pomeranian University in Słupsk, Słupsk, Poland
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Araujo T, Andreo L, Tobelem DDC, Silva T, Malavazzi TCDS, Martinelli A, Lemes B, Fernandes KPS, Bussadori SK, Mesquita-Ferrari RA. Effects of systemic vascular photobiomodulation using LED or laser on sensory–motor recovery following a peripheral nerve injury in Wistar rats. Photochem Photobiol Sci 2022; 22:567-577. [PMID: 36348256 DOI: 10.1007/s43630-022-00335-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2022] [Accepted: 10/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Peripheral nerve injury (PNI) is associated with considerable functional impairment. Photobiomodulation (PBM) has demonstrated positive effects regarding neuromuscular repair after PNI when applied locally to the nerve or injured muscle. However, the effects of systemic PBM with transcutaneous application over an important artery, which is also denominated vascular PBM (VPBM), remain unclear. The aim of the study was to compare the effects of VPBM with low-level laser (LLL) and light-emitting diode (LED) on gait, sensitivity and muscle morphology following a PNI. PNI was induced on Wistar rats using the sciatic nerve crushing technique. VPBM was performed over the rat's artery tail region with LED (850 nm, 40 mW, 3.2 J) and LLL (780 nm, 40 mW, 3.2 J). Gait functionality, mechanical (nociceptive) sensitivity, and morphology of the tibialis anterior muscle were evaluated at 7, 14, and 21 days after injury. An improvement in functional gait was shown in the VPBM-LLL group in all periods. Motor sensitivity was found after 14 days in the VPBM-LLL group. The left/right (L/R) muscle mass ratio revealed a reduction in muscle atrophy in the VPBM-LLL group at 7 days. Muscle fiber diameter increased in the VPBM-LED group at 14 days and increases in the cross-section area were found in the VPBM-LED and VPBM-LLL groups at 7 days. VPBM with both light sources (LED and LLL) positively modulated functioning and neuromuscular recovery following sciatic nerve injury in rats, with more pronounced results when using LLL.
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- Tamires Araujo
- Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, São Paulo, SP, 01525000, Brazil
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- Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, São Paulo, SP, 01525000, Brazil
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- Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, São Paulo, SP, 01525000, Brazil
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- Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, São Paulo, SP, 01525000, Brazil
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- Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, São Paulo, SP, 01525000, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Physiology and Cardiac Pathophysiology, Universidade Federal de São Paulo (UNIFESP), São Paulo, SP, 04040003, Brazil
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- Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, São Paulo, SP, 01525000, Brazil
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Hepburn J, Williams-Lockhart S, Bensadoun RJ, Hanna R. A Novel Approach of Combining Methylene Blue Photodynamic Inactivation, Photobiomodulation and Oral Ingested Methylene Blue in COVID-19 Management: A Pilot Clinical Study with 12-Month Follow-Up. Antioxidants (Basel) 2022; 11:2211. [PMID: 36358582 PMCID: PMC9686966 DOI: 10.3390/antiox11112211] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2022] [Revised: 11/02/2022] [Accepted: 11/04/2022] [Indexed: 08/26/2023] Open
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Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by SARS-CoV-2 virus was first recognized in late 2019 and remains a significant threat. We therefore assessed the use of local methylene blue photodynamic viral inactivation (MB-PDI) in the oral and nasal cavities, in combination with the systemic anti-viral, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant actions of orally ingested methylene blue (MB) and photobiomodulation (PBM) for COVID-19 disease. The proposed protocol leverages the separate and combined effects of MB and 660nm red light emitted diode (LED) to comprehensively address the pathophysiological sequelae of COVID-19. A total of eight pilot subjects with COVID-19 disease were treated in the Bahamas over the period June 2021-August 2021, using a remote care program that was developed for this purpose. Although not a pre-requisite for inclusion, none of the subjects had received any COVID-19 vaccination prior to commencing the study. Clinical outcome assessment tools included serial cycle threshold measurements as a surrogate estimate of viral load; serial online questionnaires to document symptom response and adverse effects; and a one-year follow-up survey to assess long-term outcomes. All subjects received MB-PDI to target the main sites of viral entry in the nose and mouth. This was the central component of the treatment protocol with the addition of orally ingested MB and/or PBM based on clinical requirements. The mucosal surfaces were irradiated with 660 nm LED in a continuous emission mode at energy density of 49 J/cm2 for PDI and 4.9 J/cm2 for PBM. Although our pilot subjects had significant co-morbidities, extremely high viral loads and moderately severe symptoms during the Delta phase of the pandemic, the response to treatment was highly encouraging. Rapid reductions in viral loads were observed and negative PCR tests were documented within a median of 4 days. These laboratory findings occurred in parallel with significant clinical improvement, mostly within 12-24 h of commencing the treatment protocol. There were no significant adverse effects and none of the subjects who completed the protocol required in-patient hospitalization. The outcomes were similarly encouraging at one-year follow-up with virtual absence of "long COVID" symptoms or of COVID-19 re-infection. Our results indicate that the protocols may be a safe and promising approach to challenging COVID-19 disease. Moreover, due its broad spectrum of activity, this approach has the potential to address the prevailing and future COVID-19 variants and other infections transmitted via the upper respiratory tract. Extensive studies with a large cohort are warranted to validate our results.
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- Juliette Hepburn
- Luminnova Health, 34 Harbour Bay Plaza, East Bay Street, Nassau P.O. Box N-1081, Bahamas
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- Centre De Haute Energie, Department of Oncology Radiology, 10 Boulevard Pasteur, 06000 Nice, France
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- Department of Surgical Sciences and Integrated Diagnostics, Laser Therapy Centre, University of Genoa, Vaile Benedetto XV, 6, 16132 Genoa, Italy
- Department of Restorative Dental Sciences, UCL-Eastman Dental Institute, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Rockefeller Building, London WC1E 6DE, UK
- Department of Oral Surgery, King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Denmark Hill, London SE5 9RS, UK
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Sertaje MRF, Gonçalves MLL, Gomes AO, Bruno LH, Fossati AL, Viarengo NO, Santos EM, Sobral APT, Mesquita-Ferrari RA, Fernandes KPS, Horliana ACRT, Motta LJ, Bussadori SK. Vascular photobiomodulation in the treatment of children with temporomandibular disorders: Study protocol for a randomized, controlled, blind, clinical trial. Medicine (Baltimore) 2022; 101:e31228. [PMID: 36281107 PMCID: PMC9592260 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000031228] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND This study aims to verify if the use of intravascular laser irradiation of blood (ILIB) influences the reduction of pain and increases the range of motion in opening and closing of the mouth in children and adolescents with temporomandibular disorders (TMD). METHODS This will be a blind, randomized, and controlled clinical trial, which will be carried out on children between 6 and 12 years of age who enter the Catholic University of Uruguay, Faculty of Health Sciences, Postgraduate School, for treatment. To be included, children must present temporomandibular disorders, based on the diagnostic criteria will be the Research Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders (RDC/TMD). Forty-five participants will be randomized to three groups: Group 1-ILIB with 2 sessions of 20 minutes for 12 weeks (n = 15); Group 2-Placebo laser application with 2 sessions of 20 minutes for 12 weeks (n = 15); Group 3-Control with no treatment (n = 15). Irradiation will be performed by continuous and direct transcutaneous application to the radial artery, by means of a bracelet that inserts the laser beam. The laser to be used is infrared, power 100 mW ± 20%, wavelength 808 nm ± 10 nm, continuous application. RDC/TMD and pain evaluated through a visual analog scale will be the outcome measures. DISCUSSION Due to the low level of evidence, new studies are needed on the effect of ILIB in children with TMD.
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- María Roxana Ferreira Sertaje
- Universidad Católica del Uruguay (UCU), Montevideo, Uruguay
- Post Graduation Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Post Graduation Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
- Postgraduation Program in Health and Environment, Universidade Metropolitana de Santos, Santos, SP, Brazil
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- Post Graduation Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Universidad Católica del Uruguay (UCU), Montevideo, Uruguay
- Post Graduation Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Universidad Católica del Uruguay (UCU), Montevideo, Uruguay
- Post Graduation Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Universidad Católica del Uruguay (UCU), Montevideo, Uruguay
- Post Graduation Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduation Program in Health and Environment, Universidade Metropolitana de Santos, Santos, SP, Brazil
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- Post Graduation Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
- Postgraduation Program in Health and Environment, Universidade Metropolitana de Santos, Santos, SP, Brazil
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- Post Graduation Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Post Graduation Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
- *Correspondence: Sandra Kalil Busssadori, Postgraduate Program on Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Nove de Julho University, Vergueiro Street, 235/249 – Liberdade, ZIP 01504-001, São Paulo, SP, Brazil (e-mail address: )
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Lai MW, Yang CH, Sung PY, Tsai SW. Intravascular Laser Irradiation of Blood Improves Functional Independence in Subacute Post-Stroke Patients: A Retrospective Observational Study from a Post-Stroke Acute Care Center in Taiwan. Photobiomodul Photomed Laser Surg 2022; 40:691-697. [DOI: 10.1089/photob.2022.0042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/25/2023] Open
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- Ming-Wei Lai
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Taichung Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Taichung City, Taiwan
- Department of Post-Acute Care Center, Taichung Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Taichung City, Taiwan
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Taichung Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Taichung City, Taiwan
- Department of Post-Acute Care Center, Taichung Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Taichung City, Taiwan
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Taichung Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Taichung City, Taiwan
- Department of Post-Acute Care Center, Taichung Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Taichung City, Taiwan
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, School of Medicine, Tzu Chi University, Hualien, Taiwan
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Taichung Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Taichung City, Taiwan
- Department of Post-Acute Care Center, Taichung Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Taichung City, Taiwan
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, School of Medicine, Tzu Chi University, Hualien, Taiwan
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Lan CH, Wu YC, Chiang CC, Chang ST. Effects of intravascular photobiomodulation on motor deficits and brain perfusion images in intractable myasthenia gravis: A case report. World J Clin Cases 2022; 10:8718-8727. [PMID: 36157830 PMCID: PMC9453358 DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v10.i24.8718] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2022] [Revised: 05/24/2022] [Accepted: 07/17/2022] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disorder caused by neuromuscular junction failure characterized by muscle weakness and fatigability. We herein report a case of MG that received intravascular laser irradiation of blood (ILIB) interventions and regained muscle power and better quality of life. To our knowledge, no previous study has investigated the benefits of ILIB treatment on patients with MG. We also evaluated the changes in brain perfusion scan and the MG activities of daily living (MG-ADL) and quantitative MG (QMG) scales.
CASE SUMMARY A 59-year-old man presented to our outpatient hospital experiencing ptosis, diplopia, fibromyalgia, muscle fatigue, and fluctuating weakness in his limbs for 1 year. Based on his history, physical examination, and laboratory investigations, the final diagnosis was a flare-up of MG with poor endurance and muscle fatigue. The patient agreed to receive ILIB. Brain single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) was performed both before and after ILIB therapy. After receiving three courses of ILIB, the brain SPECT images showed greatly increased perfusion of the frontal lobe and anterior cingulate gyri. The patient’s MG-ADL scale score decreased markedly from 17/24 to 3/24. The QMG scale score also decreased remarkably from 32/39 to 9/39. The symptoms of MG became barely detectable and the patient was able to perform his activities of daily living and regain muscle power.
CONCLUSION ILIB might have beneficial effects on MG, and brain SPECT images provided direct evidence of a positive correlation between ILIB and clinical performance.
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- Chiao-Hsin Lan
- School of Medicine, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 114201, Taiwan
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- Department of Medical Education and Research, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung 813414, Taiwan
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- School of Medicine, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 114201, Taiwan
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- School of Medicine, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 114201, Taiwan
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung 813414, Taiwan
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Tri-Service General Hospital, Taipei 114202, Taiwan
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The Adjuvant Therapy of Intravenous Laser Irradiation of Blood (ILIB) on Pain and Sleep Disturbance of Musculoskeletal Disorders. J Pers Med 2022; 12:jpm12081333. [PMID: 36013282 PMCID: PMC9410510 DOI: 10.3390/jpm12081333] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2022] [Revised: 08/11/2022] [Accepted: 08/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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(1) Background: Musculoskeletal pain is both intractable and irritating. Intravenous Laser Irradiation of Blood (ILIB) therapy has been used as pain control treatment for this condition. However, there remains a lack of clear evidence regarding ILIB on pain control. This study aimed to reveal the result of changes in patient pain intensity after receiving ILIB therapy. (2) Methods: We conducted a retrospective analysis of pain scores and sleep quality from 76 patients diagnosed with musculoskeletal disease who received three courses of ILIB therapy. Each course included ten sessions of ILIB treatment over ten consecutive days. During ILIB therapy, patients were inserted with a laser fiber optic needle which irradiated blood cells via a 632.8 nm Helium-Neon laser light over a period of 60 min. Pain scores were evaluated using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), whereas sleep quality was assessed by the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). These scores would be recorded both before and after each ILIB treatment course. (3) Results: The mean of all patients’ initial VAS score was 5.35. After completing three courses of ILIB treatment, the mean VAS score decreased to 2.2, which indicated a significant reduction in pain intensity. Additionally, patients experienced sleep quality improvement levels from PSQI 8.97 to 5.53 upon completion of three courses of ILIB treatment. (4) Conclusions: Intravenous Laser Irradiation of Blood (ILIB) resulted in a positive pain control effect on patients with musculoskeletal disease, especially for those with moderate to severe pain intensity (initial VAS score >4). Additionally, patients experienced better sleep quality as a result of their pain relief after receiving ILIB treatment.
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Gavish L, Gilon D, Beeri R, Nachman D, Gertz SD. Photobiomodulation for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: Can It Work? Photobiomodul Photomed Laser Surg 2022; 40:519-521. [DOI: 10.1089/photob.2022.0046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- Lilach Gavish
- The Saul and Joyce Brandman Hub for Cardiovascular Research and the Department of Medical Neurobiology, Institute for Medical Research (IMRIC), Faculty of Medicine, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel
- Institute for Research in Military Medicine (IRMM), Faculty of Medicine, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the Israel Defense Forces Medical Corps, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Heart Institute, Hadassah Hebrew University Hospital, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Heart Institute, Hadassah Hebrew University Hospital, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Heart Institute, Hadassah Hebrew University Hospital, Jerusalem, Israel
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- The Saul and Joyce Brandman Hub for Cardiovascular Research and the Department of Medical Neurobiology, Institute for Medical Research (IMRIC), Faculty of Medicine, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel
- Institute for Research in Military Medicine (IRMM), Faculty of Medicine, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the Israel Defense Forces Medical Corps, Jerusalem, Israel
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Silva PH, Silva PH, Facco GG, Corazza AV, da Silva JG, Silva IS. Effect of electrophysical resources on healing of neurotendinous injury in an experimental model of type I diabetes and kidney disease. Acta Cir Bras 2022; 37:e370402. [PMID: 35766669 PMCID: PMC9239559 DOI: 10.1590/acb370402] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2021] [Revised: 02/26/2022] [Accepted: 03/27/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To evaluate and describe the effect of electrophysical resources laser therapy (LLLT), intravascular laser blood irradiation (ILIB), and cryotherapy on the healing process of neurotendinous injury, as well as possible systemic changes, in the experimental model of type 1 diabetes associated with kidney injury. METHODS The animals were randomized into four groups: G1) healthy control with untreated injury; G2) healthy control with injury and treatment; G3) disease control with untreated lesion; G4) disease with injury and treatment. Furthermore, the treated groups were divided into three, according to the type of treatment. All animals were induced to neurotendinous injury and treated according to the therapeutic protocols. Healing and inflammation were analyzed by semiquantitative histopathological study. RESULTS It was observed in sick animals treated with cryotherapy and ILIB reduction of inflammatory exudate, presence of fibroblasts and organization of collagen, when compared to the effects of LLLT. Moreover, there was reduction in glycemic levels in the group treated with ILIB. CONCLUSIONS Cryotherapy promoted reduction in inflammatory exudate and organization of collagen fibers, in addition to the absence of signs of tissue necrosis, in the groups treated with and without the disease. ILIB therapy showed the same findings associated with significant reduction in glycemic levels in the group of diseased animals. The application of LLLT showed increased inflammatory exudate, low organization of collagen fibers and low sign of tissue degeneration and necrosis. This study in a model of associated diseases (diabetes and kidney disease) whose effects of electrophysical resources studied after neurotendinous injury allows us to verify histopathological variables suggestive of patients with the same comorbidities.
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- Patrícia Henrique Silva
- Fellow Master’s degree. Universidade Federal do Mato Grosso do Sul – Postgraduate Program in Health and Development – Campo Grande (MS), Brazil
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- Fellow Master’s degree. Universidade Federal do Mato Grosso do Sul – Postgraduate Program in Health and Development – Campo Grande (MS), Brazil
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- PhD. Universidade Anhanguera – Postgraduate Program in Environments and Regional Development – Campo Grande (MS), Brazil
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- PhD. Universidade Federal do Mato Grosso do Sul – Postgraduate Program in Health and Development – Campo Grande (MS), Brazil
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- PhD. Universidade Federal do Mato Grosso do Sul – Postgraduate Program in Health and Development – Campo Grande (MS), Brazil
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Effect of photobiomodulation on fatigue in individuals with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis: a pilot study. Lasers Med Sci 2022; 37:3107-3113. [PMID: 35499744 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-022-03567-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2021] [Accepted: 04/23/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease of the central nervous system characterized by inflammation and destruction of the myelin sheath. Fatigue is one of the main symptoms of this disease, with a negative impact on quality of life and few treatment options. Photobiomodulation is used for several inflammatory conditions and may be beneficial for the treatment of fatigue in individuals with multiple sclerosis. Conduct a pilot study to analyze the effect of photobiomodulation on fatigue in individuals with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis. The participants were recruited from the UNINOVE Integrated Health Clinic and randomly allocated to two groups: group 1, administration of photobiomodulation (808 nm, 36 J for 360 s) under the tongue and group 2, administration of photobiomodulation over the radial artery. Fatigue was measured using the Modified Fatigue Impact Scale (MFIS). No significant differences were found regarding the total MFIS score or subscale scores (p < 0.05, two-way ANOVA). Photobiomodulation with the parameters employed in the present study had no effect on fatigue in individuals with multiple sclerosis. ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT03360487.
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Moskvin SV, Strazhev SV. [Low-level laser therapy in oncology - what's new? Analysis of 2018-2021 publications]. VOPROSY KURORTOLOGII, FIZIOTERAPII, I LECHEBNOI FIZICHESKOI KULTURY 2022; 99:56-66. [PMID: 36538405 DOI: 10.17116/kurort20229906156] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is included in the Federal project «Fight against oncological diseases», which provides for equipping all specialized medical institutions in Russia with the appropriate devices until 2026. PURPOSE OF THE STUDY Publications analysis on the use of LLLT in oncology. MATERIAL AND METHODS To search for publications, databases and libraries were used: PubMed, Scopus, ResearchGate, Google Scholar, J-STAGE, eLibrary.ru for the period 2018-2021. For analysis, publications were selected that are of interest from the point of view of improving the methodology of LLLT, the prospects for the development of this method in the prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of patients. A total of 223 publications were found, including 39 reviews and meta-analyses, mostly in English (165) and Portuguese (41). RESULTS AND DISCUSSION The inclusion of LLLT in the ISOO/MASCC/ASCO recommendations for the treatment of complications such as mucositis, salivary gland hypofunction and xerostomia caused by non-surgical methods of treating cancer patients should be considered as a promising trend. An extremely low level of quality of LLLT techniques was noted, most often the replacement with meaningless «doses», «fluences» instead of the necessary parameters: wavelength, operating mode, power, frequency, exposure, etc. The use of only local illumination instead of systemic methods of LLLT does not allow obtaining the best results of treatment and prevention. Eliminating the shortcomings of treatment protocols with a focus on Russian experience, when laser blood illumination (intravenously or externally) and laser acupuncture are also necessarily carried out with local illumination of the lesion, will bring the effectiveness of LLLT to a qualitatively new, higher level.
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- S V Moskvin
- Academy of Postgraduate Education of Federal Scientific and Clinical Center for Specialized Types of Medical Care and Medical Technologies of the Federal Medical and Biological Agency, Moscow, Russia
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- City Polyclinic No.212 of the Department of Health of the City of Moscow - Branch No. 70, Moscow, Russia
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da Silva Júnior FL, de Araújo Silva DN, da Silva Azevedo ML, da Silva NT, Almeida HC, da Silva RCM, de Lima KC, da Silveira ÉJD, de Aquino Martins ARL. Efficacy of ILIB on periodontal clinical parameters and glycemic control in patients with periodontitis and type II diabetes-randomized clinical trial. Lasers Med Sci 2021; 37:1945-1952. [PMID: 34787762 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-021-03455-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2021] [Accepted: 10/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Our study aimed to study the efficacy of ILIB on periodontal parameters and glycemic control in patients with periodontitis and type II diabetes. Twenty-one patients in a randomized clinical trial were divided into 2 groups: control group (CG), conventional periodontal therapy, and test group (TG), conventional periodontal treatment associated with 10 laser applications by the ILIB-Modified (ILIB-M) technique. Fasting blood glucose levels and glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), visible plaque index (VPI), gingival bleeding index (GBI), and periodontal clinical parameters were evaluated at baseline and after 4 months (T4). Regarding periodontal parameters, the intragroup analysis showed a statistically significant reduction (p < 0.05) between baseline and T4, for the VPI, GBI, BOP, PD, and CAL indexes. However, in the intergroup analysis, no statistically significant improvements (p > 0.05) were observed between the TG and CG for the VPI, GBI, BOP, PD, and CAL indexes. Regarding HbA1C and fasting blood glucose values, no statistically significant improvements were observed in intergroup and intragroup analyses (p > 0.05). The Modified ILIB did not improve the periodontal clinical parameters and glycemic control in patients with type II diabetes.
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- Francisco Leonardo da Silva Júnior
- Dentistry Department, Rio Grande Do Norte Federal University, Av. Senador Salgado Filho, 1787, Lagoa Nova, Natal, RN, CEP 59056-000, Brazil
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- Dentistry Department, Rio Grande Do Norte Federal University, Av. Senador Salgado Filho, 1787, Lagoa Nova, Natal, RN, CEP 59056-000, Brazil
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- Dentistry Department, Rio Grande Do Norte Federal University, Av. Senador Salgado Filho, 1787, Lagoa Nova, Natal, RN, CEP 59056-000, Brazil
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- Dentistry Department, Rio Grande Do Norte Federal University, Av. Senador Salgado Filho, 1787, Lagoa Nova, Natal, RN, CEP 59056-000, Brazil
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- Dentistry Department, Rio Grande Do Norte Federal University, Av. Senador Salgado Filho, 1787, Lagoa Nova, Natal, RN, CEP 59056-000, Brazil
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- Dentistry Department, Rio Grande Do Norte Federal University, Av. Senador Salgado Filho, 1787, Lagoa Nova, Natal, RN, CEP 59056-000, Brazil
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- Dentistry Department, Rio Grande Do Norte Federal University, Av. Senador Salgado Filho, 1787, Lagoa Nova, Natal, RN, CEP 59056-000, Brazil
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- Dentistry Department, Rio Grande Do Norte Federal University, Av. Senador Salgado Filho, 1787, Lagoa Nova, Natal, RN, CEP 59056-000, Brazil
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- Dentistry Department, Rio Grande Do Norte Federal University, Av. Senador Salgado Filho, 1787, Lagoa Nova, Natal, RN, CEP 59056-000, Brazil.
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Silva LAD, Pinheiro SL. Clinical Evaluation of Intravascular Blood Irradiation with Laser, Photobiomodulation, and Photodynamic Therapy in Cancer Patients with Mucositis. Photobiomodul Photomed Laser Surg 2021; 39:687-695. [DOI: 10.1089/photob.2021.0031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- Lucas Augusto da Silva
- Center for Life Sciences, Postgraduate Program in Health Sciences, Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Campinas (PUC Campinas), Campinas, Brazil
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- Center for Life Sciences, Postgraduate Program in Health Sciences, Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Campinas (PUC Campinas), Campinas, Brazil
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de Matos BTL, Buchaim DV, Pomini KT, Barbalho SM, Guiguer EL, Reis CHB, Bueno CRDS, da Cunha MR, Pereira EDSBM, Buchaim RL. Photobiomodulation Therapy as a Possible New Approach in COVID-19: A Systematic Review. Life (Basel) 2021; 11:580. [PMID: 34207199 PMCID: PMC8233727 DOI: 10.3390/life11060580] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2021] [Revised: 06/10/2021] [Accepted: 06/16/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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COVID-19 is a viral disease characterized as a pandemic by the World Health Organization in March 2020. Since then, researchers from all over the world have been looking for ways to fight this disease. Many cases of complications arise from insufficient immune responses due to low immunity, with intense release of pro-inflammatory cytokines that can damage the structure of organs such as the lung. Thus, the hypothesis arises that photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) with the use of a low-level laser (LLLT) may be an ally approach to patients with COVID-19 since it is effective for increasing immunity, helping tissue repair, and reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines. This systematic review was performed with the use of PubMed/MEDLINE, Web of Science, Scopus and Google Scholar databases with the following keywords: "low-level laser therapy OR photobiomodulation therapy AND COVID-19". The inclusion criteria were complete articles published from January 2020 to January 2021 in English. The exclusion criteria were other languages, editorials, reviews, brief communications, letters to the editor, comments, conference abstracts, and articles that did not provide the full text. The bibliographic search found 18 articles in the Pubmed/MEDLINE database, 118 articles on the Web of Science, 23 articles on Scopus, and 853 articles on Google Scholar. Ten articles were included for qualitative synthesis, of which four commentary articles discussed the pathogenesis and the effect of PBMT in COVID-19. Two in vitro and lab experiments showed the effect of PBMT on prevention of thrombosis and positive results in wound healing during viral infection, using the intravascular irradiation (ILIB) associated with Phthalomethyl D. Two case reports showed PBMT improved the respiratory indexes, radiological findings, and inflammatory markers in severe COVID-19 patients. One case series reported the clinical improvement after PBMT on 14 acute COVID-19 patients, rehabilitation on 24 patients, and as a preventive treatment on 70 people. One clinical trial of 30 patients with severe COVID-19 who require invasive mechanical ventilation, showed PBMT-static magnetic field was not statistically different from placebo for the length of stay in the Intensive Care Unit, but improved diaphragm muscle function and ventilation and decreased the inflammatory markers. This review suggests that PBMT may have a positive role in treatment of COVID-19. Still, the necessity for more clinical trials remains in this field and there is not sufficient research evidence regarding the effects of PBMT and COVID-19 disease, and there is a large gap.
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- Brenda Thaynne Lima de Matos
- Department of Biological Sciences, Bauru School of Dentistry (FOB/USP), University of São Paulo, Bauru 17012-901, SP, Brazil; (B.T.L.d.M.); (K.T.P.); (C.H.B.R.); (C.R.d.S.B.)
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- Postgraduate Program in Structural and Functional Interactions in Rehabilitation, Postgraduate Department, University of Marilia (UNIMAR), Marília 17525-902, SP, Brazil; (D.V.B.); (S.M.B.); (E.L.G.); (E.d.S.B.M.P.)
- Department of Human Anatomy and Neuroanatomy, University Center of Adamantina (UniFAI), Medical School, Adamantina 17800-000, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Bauru School of Dentistry (FOB/USP), University of São Paulo, Bauru 17012-901, SP, Brazil; (B.T.L.d.M.); (K.T.P.); (C.H.B.R.); (C.R.d.S.B.)
- Postgraduate Program in Structural and Functional Interactions in Rehabilitation, Postgraduate Department, University of Marilia (UNIMAR), Marília 17525-902, SP, Brazil; (D.V.B.); (S.M.B.); (E.L.G.); (E.d.S.B.M.P.)
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- Postgraduate Program in Structural and Functional Interactions in Rehabilitation, Postgraduate Department, University of Marilia (UNIMAR), Marília 17525-902, SP, Brazil; (D.V.B.); (S.M.B.); (E.L.G.); (E.d.S.B.M.P.)
- Department of Biochemistry and Nutrition, School of Food Technology of Marília, Marília 17506-000, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Structural and Functional Interactions in Rehabilitation, Postgraduate Department, University of Marilia (UNIMAR), Marília 17525-902, SP, Brazil; (D.V.B.); (S.M.B.); (E.L.G.); (E.d.S.B.M.P.)
- Department of Biochemistry and Nutrition, School of Food Technology of Marília, Marília 17506-000, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Bauru School of Dentistry (FOB/USP), University of São Paulo, Bauru 17012-901, SP, Brazil; (B.T.L.d.M.); (K.T.P.); (C.H.B.R.); (C.R.d.S.B.)
- Postgraduate Program in Structural and Functional Interactions in Rehabilitation, Postgraduate Department, University of Marilia (UNIMAR), Marília 17525-902, SP, Brazil; (D.V.B.); (S.M.B.); (E.L.G.); (E.d.S.B.M.P.)
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Bauru School of Dentistry (FOB/USP), University of São Paulo, Bauru 17012-901, SP, Brazil; (B.T.L.d.M.); (K.T.P.); (C.H.B.R.); (C.R.d.S.B.)
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- Postgraduate Program in Structural and Functional Interactions in Rehabilitation, Postgraduate Department, University of Marilia (UNIMAR), Marília 17525-902, SP, Brazil; (D.V.B.); (S.M.B.); (E.L.G.); (E.d.S.B.M.P.)
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Bauru School of Dentistry (FOB/USP), University of São Paulo, Bauru 17012-901, SP, Brazil; (B.T.L.d.M.); (K.T.P.); (C.H.B.R.); (C.R.d.S.B.)
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Fernandes KPS, Ferrari RM, Bussadori SK, Franca CM. Vascular Photobiomodulation. Photobiomodul Photomed Laser Surg 2021; 39:143-144. [DOI: 10.1089/photob.2020.4965] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022] Open
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- Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences Postgraduation Program, Nove de Julho University, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences Postgraduation Program, Nove de Julho University, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Biomaterials and Biomechanics, School of Dentistry, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, Oregon, USA
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