Cicatrix
Conditions
Interventions
This is a clinical trial involving 53 women with post-pregnancy acne scars. Participants will undergo a split-face intervention, where microneedling will be performed on one side of the face while pla
Sponsors
Departamento de Fisioterapia - Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde do Trairí - Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte - UFRN/FACISA
Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde do Trairí - Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte - UFRN/FACISA
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
Female
Age
18 Years to 35 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Women who have post-pregnancy acne scars; Between 18 and 35 years old; Date of last birth more than six months ago; Not being lactating; Women who agree to participate in the research, agreeing to sign the Free and Informed Consent Form (FICF)
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Pregnant women; Dermatological changes such as: Solar keratosis, Warts, skin inflammation, Skin infections, Rosacea and acne in active phases; History of keloid and hypertrophic scars; Presence of neoplasia; Patients undergoing chemotherapy, radiotherapy; Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus; Patients using anticoagulants or corticosteroids; Use of oral isotretinoin with a break of less than six months; Sunburned skin; People with pacemakers and/or metal implants in the treatment area; Individuals with a history of epilepsy
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| To compare the effectiveness of microneedling versus plasma jet techniques in the treatment of post-acne scars in terms of scar quantity and diameter, using the split-face evaluation technique. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Analyze sociodemographic data and personal history.;Assess the patient's skin phototype using the Fitzpatrick Scale.;Classify skin type in relation to oiliness, resistance, pigmentation, and firmness using the Baumann Scale.;Assess the patient's perception of pain and preference when comparing the two techniques.;Verify the change perceived by patients when comparing the two techniques.; Verify the impact on quality of life in postpartum women with acne scars.;Compare the degree of scarring after microneedling and plasma jet treatments.; Analyze the likelihood of possible adverse effects when comparing the therapies. | — |
Countries
Brazil
Contacts
Public ContactVívian Dantas da Silva
Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde do Trairí - Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte - UFRN/FACISA
Outcome results
None listed