Cleansing Device for the Treatment of Scalp and Hair Conditions

Description

The objective of this study is to evaluate an improvement of scalp health after the use of an investigational off-label WaterPik and brush device aimed to massage and cleanse the scalp.

Conditions

Dandruff, Seborrheic Dermatitis, Hair Loss

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Study overview

The objective of this study is to evaluate an improvement of scalp health after the use of an investigational off-label WaterPik and brush device aimed to massage and cleanse the scalp.

Cleansing Device for the Treatment of Scalp and Hair Conditions

Cleansing Device for the Treatment of Scalp and Hair Conditions

Condition
Dandruff
Intervention / Treatment

-

Contacts and Locations

Minneapolis

University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55455

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

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Eligibility Criteria

  • * Participants must qualify for one of the following scalp conditions based on clinical opinion of a board-certified dermatologist: healthy scalp, dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, or hair loss disease
  • * All Women of Child Bearing Potential must indicate use of two of the following contraceptive methods. The WaterPik device uses an ultrasonic technology which includes ultrasound. Unnecessary ultrasound is not recommended for pregnant women.
  • * Combined (estrogen and progestogen containing) hormonal contraception associated with inhibition of ovulation (oral, intravaginal, or transdermal)
  • * Progestogen-only hormonal contraception associated with inhibition of ovulation (oral, injectable, or implantable)
  • * Intrauterine device (IUD)
  • * Intraurerine hormone-releasing system (IUS)
  • * Vasectomized partner
  • * Sexual abstinence
  • * Barrier method, such as a condom
  • * Non-English speaking
  • * Exclusion related to pregnancy, lactation, or plans to become pregnant over the course of the study (based on self-report from the participant)
  • * Current clinical condition that, in the opinion of the site investigator, would interfere with adherence to study requirements

Ages Eligible for Study

18 Years to

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Collaborators and Investigators

University of Minnesota,

Ronda Farah, MD, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, University of Minnesota Medical School Department of Dermatology

Maria Hordinsky, MD, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, University of Minnesota Medical School Department of Dermatology

Study Record Dates

2025-11