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J Biophotonics June 2023 PMID 36929335

Can photobiomodulation restore anosmia and ageusia induced by COVID-19? A pilot clinical study.

Vitor Hugo Panhoca, Laís Tatiane Ferreira, Viviane Brocca de Souza, Simone Aparecida Ferreira, Gabriely Simão, Antonio Eduardo de Aquino Junior, Vanderlei Salvador Bagnato, Reem Hanna

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10
Peak: 5 in Mar 2023
across 2 sources since Mar 2023

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Mar 2023 – Feb 2025

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What people are saying

The overall tone demonstrates support and curiosity, with posts highlighting the significance of Dr. Reem Hanna’s work and emphasizing the potential of photobiomodulation in alleviating symptoms like anosmia and ageusia. Words like 'successfully' and phrases such as 'significant improvement' reflect optimism, while references to ongoing research indicate recognition of its current preliminary status.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions show strong support or interest in the study’s promising results, such as mentions of significant improvements and potential clinical applications.

InterestHigh interest

The posts express high curiosity and enthusiasm, especially with comments about the therapy's effectiveness and future research prospects.

EngagementModerate engagement

While some posts briefly mention the study, others reference specific details like the role of researchers and potential benefits, indicating moderate engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

Posts suggest that this research could have meaningful implications for treating Long Covid symptoms, though they acknowledge that further studies are needed.

Abstract in brief

  • * It involved 20 Caucasian participants receiving targeted PBM treatments both intranasally for smell and intraorally for taste, with specific laser settings and treatment sessions.
  • * Results indicated a significant improvement in both olfactory and gustatory functions, but more extensive research with larger groups is needed.
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Vitor Hugo Panhoca
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Can photobiomodulation restore anosmia and ageusia induced by COVID-19? A pilot clinical study https://t.co/p9dXGfch0k

Feb 21, 2025 · 1 like · 77 followers View post →
LongCovidPapers
@LongCovidPapers · X

Can Photobiomodulation Restore Anosmia and Ageusia Induced by COVID-19? A Pilot Clinical Study https://t.co/2d1UKBSQG7 #LongCovid #pwLC

Mar 17, 2023 · 2,144 followers View post →
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Can Photobiomodulation Restore Anosmia and Ageusia Induced by COVID‐19? A Pilot Clinical Study https://t.co/XvlzJv3OmM #biophotonics #biomedicaloptics

Mar 18, 2023 · 2 shares · 1,528 followers View post →
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RT @biophotonicat: Can Photobiomodulation Restore Anosmia and Ageusia Induced by COVID‐19? A Pilot Clinical Study https://t.co/XvlzJv3OmM #…

Mar 31, 2023 · 2 shares · 1,528 followers View post →
William Rand
@rand_rand17 · X

Loss of ability to smell (anosmia),& loss of taste(ageusia) are very common in #LongCovid. In this trial Reem Hanna et al successfully used photobiomodulation to significantly improve these symptoms. They are going to do more tests. https://t.co/gZYMmbUgsu

May 19, 2023 · 836 followers View post →
William Rand
@rand_rand17 · X

@ShaneyWright @AaronCa11 Dr Reem Hanna at Dept of Oral Surgery, at Kings College Hospital London, is a researcher, clinician & a leading authority on the safe, & very effective therapy of photobiomodulation. Here's a paper she co-authored on loss of taste & smell in Long Covid https://t.co/gZYMmbUgsu

May 19, 2023 · 836 followers View post →

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Vitor Hugo Panhoca
@PanhocaHugoV55 · X

Can photobiomodulation restore anosmia and ageusia induced by COVID-19? A pilot clinical study https://t.co/p9dXGfch0k

Feb 21, 2025 · 1 like · 77 followers View post →
William Rand
@rand_rand17 · X

@ShaneyWright @AaronCa11 Dr Reem Hanna at Dept of Oral Surgery, at Kings College Hospital London, is a researcher, clinician & a leading authority on the safe, & very effective therapy of photobiomodulation. Here's a paper she co-authored on loss of taste & smell in Long Covid https://t.co/gZYMmbUgsu

May 19, 2023 · 836 followers View post →
William Rand
@rand_rand17 · X

Loss of ability to smell (anosmia),& loss of taste(ageusia) are very common in #LongCovid. In this trial Reem Hanna et al successfully used photobiomodulation to significantly improve these symptoms. They are going to do more tests. https://t.co/gZYMmbUgsu

May 19, 2023 · 836 followers View post →
biophotonicat
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RT @biophotonicat: Can Photobiomodulation Restore Anosmia and Ageusia Induced by COVID‐19? A Pilot Clinical Study https://t.co/XvlzJv3OmM #…

Mar 31, 2023 · 2 shares · 1,528 followers View post →
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Mar 24, 2023 · 134 followers View post →
Verlight
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RT @biophotonicat: Can Photobiomodulation Restore Anosmia and Ageusia Induced by COVID‐19? A Pilot Clinical Study https://t.co/XvlzJv3OmM #…

Mar 20, 2023 · 2 shares · 134 followers View post →
biophotonicat
@biophotonicat · X

Can Photobiomodulation Restore Anosmia and Ageusia Induced by COVID‐19? A Pilot Clinical Study https://t.co/XvlzJv3OmM #biophotonics #biomedicaloptics

Mar 18, 2023 · 2 shares · 1,528 followers View post →
LongCovidPapers
@LongCovidPapers · X

Can Photobiomodulation Restore Anosmia and Ageusia Induced by COVID-19? A Pilot Clinical Study https://t.co/2d1UKBSQG7 #LongCovid #pwLC

Mar 17, 2023 · 2,144 followers View post →