Red Light Therapy for Autism
PBM improved autism symptoms measured by Aberrant Behavior Checklist in a placebo-controlled randomized study (Leisman 2020). In a small single-arm study, PBM was associated with improved symptoms and quality of life in autism spectrum disorder (Ceranoglu 2022).
Evidence Summary
1 human RCT 1 human non-RCT
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Research Basis
This content is informed by 47+ published peer-reviewed studies on photobiomodulation.
RedLightOS Research Team
Photobiomodulation Research
The RedLightOS team reviews over 9,500 published photobiomodulation studies to deliver evidence-based red light therapy guidance.
Reviewed by RedLightOS Research Team. Last reviewed: . Based on published photobiomodulation research. For educational purposes only — not a substitute for professional medical advice. See our methodology.
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