Photobiomodulation Radiant Intervention for Stress in Epilepsy
Do you have Epilepsy? Would you like to participate in a study using PhotoBioModulation (PBM)? PBM is being researched for potential benefits in resolving many stress-related brain disorders. It is a non-invasive technique that delivers light energy to cells and tissues that can promote brain stabilization and self-regulation, cell repair, reduce oxidative stress, and enhance cellular function. We ask you to participate for about 3-4 months and come to our facility for 30 minute sessions 3x a week for 15 weeks. You will receive extensive metabolic testing and an Õura ring for your participation.
• • \>18 YO
‣ Epilepsy - medical diagnosis with at least one seizure within the past 6 months: diagnosis to be obtained from medical records from the treating physician by signature of HIPAA-compliant medical release form
⁃ Agreement to maintain or reduce medication regimen (based upon prescribers' advice)
⁃ Available for intake, baseline, post-treatment, 6-month follow-up assessments, and 45 sessions of PBM
⁃ Willingness to wear an Õura ring at all times (except for charging) for the duration of the study.
∙ Exclusion:
• \< 17 YO
• Substance use
• Personality disorders
• Heavy metal toxicity
• Mold toxicity
• Metabolic measures thresholded based on participant type
• Increase in current medication (dosage and/or type)
• No new medications prescribed (reduction as prescribed by prescribing physician OK)
• Current brain bleed
• Acute TBI within the last 12 months
• History of neuromodulation, including ECT
• Brain implants/pumps/shunts
• History of brain surgery
• Hormone replacement therapy for menopause or gender transition
• Untreated sleep disorders