Unfortunately there are no published studies to show that LLLT (low level laser light therapy) works compared to placebo. There are several small series which demonstrated an improvement with the use of LLLT but they were small and not well controlled - did not compare the results to doing... more
Can a laser stimulate hair growth in women with thin hair?
I have been reading about a product called the HairMax LASER comb. Its technology was developed in 2006 by an Australian company called Lexington. The combs cost between $500 and $600. Could this product also alleviate scalp psoriasis? I am approved to receive a doctor-administered psoriasis treatment called the XTRAC Excimer LASER but don't live close to a doc who has one. I know the LASER comb wouldn't help psoriasis on other areas of my body but was wondering if it might on my scalp while also promoting hair growth.
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A: Hair Laser May Work for Women or in General. It is Unclear
So far no studies have been definitive about if the laser comb works or not to regrow hair in a woman or anyone for that matter. I personally believe that the results are not clear. However, you may have success with it. I think that in women with thin hair you have to do the proper... more
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