The role of matrix metalloproteinases in diabetic wound healing in relation to photobiomodulation

SM Ayuk, H Abrahamse… - Journal of diabetes …, 2016 - Wiley Online Library
The integration of several cellular responses initiates the process of wound healing. Matrix
Metalloproteinases (MMPs) play an integral role in wound healing. Their main function is …

Photobiomodulation in diabetic wound healing: A review of red and near‐infrared wavelength applications

O Oyebode, NN Houreld… - Cell Biochemistry and …, 2021 - Wiley Online Library
The development of a painless, non‐invasive, and faster way to diabetic wound healing is at
the forefront of research. The complexity associated with diabetic wounds makes it a cause …

[HTML][HTML] The role of photobiomodulation on gene expression of cell adhesion molecules in diabetic wounded fibroblasts in vitro

SM Ayuk, H Abrahamse, NN Houreld - Journal of Photochemistry and …, 2016 - Elsevier
Cell adhesion molecules (CAMs) are cell surface glycoproteins that facilitate cell-cell
contacts and adhesion with the extracellular matrix (ECM). Cellular adhesion is affected by …

[HTML][HTML] Topical application of propolis enhances cutaneous wound healing by promoting TGF-beta/Smad-mediated collagen production in a streptozotocin-induced …

WN Hozzein, G Badr, AA Al Ghamdi, A Sayed… - Cellular Physiology and …, 2015 - karger.com
Background/Aims: Impaired wound healing is considered to be one of the most serious
complications associated with diabetes as it significantly increases the susceptibility of …

Snowflake-inspired and blink-driven flexible piezoelectric contact lenses for effective corneal injury repair

G Yao, X Mo, S Liu, Q Wang, M Xie, W Lou… - Nature …, 2023 - nature.com
The cornea is a tissue susceptible to various injuries and traumas with a complicated
cascade repair process, in which conserving its integrity and clarity is critical to restoring …

Low-level laser therapy as an adjunct to conventional therapy in the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers

RK Mathur, K Sahu, S Saraf, P Patheja, F Khan… - Lasers in medical …, 2017 - Springer
Foot ulcers are serious complications of diabetes mellitus (DM) and are known to be
resistant to conventional treatment. This study was conducted to evaluate the efficacy of low …

Shedding light on a new treatment for diabetic wound healing: a review on phototherapy

NN Houreld - The Scientific World Journal, 2014 - Wiley Online Library
Impaired wound healing is a common complication associated with diabetes with complex
pathophysiological underlying mechanisms and often necessitates amputation. With the …

[HTML][HTML] Topical application of the bee hive protectant propolis is well tolerated and improves human diabetic foot ulcer healing in a prospective feasibility study

FR Henshaw, T Bolton, V Nube, A Hood… - Journal of Diabetes and …, 2014 - Elsevier
Aims Propolis is a naturally occurring anti-inflammatory bee derived protectant resin. We
have previously reported that topically applied propolis reduces inflammation and improves …

High Efficiency In Vitro Wound Healing of Dictyophora indusiata Extracts via Anti-Inflammatory and Collagen Stimulating (MMP-2 Inhibition) Mechanisms

Y Nazir, P Linsaenkart, C Khantham, T Chaitep… - Journal of Fungi, 2021 - mdpi.com
Dictyophora indusiata or Phallus indusiatus is widely used as not only traditional medicine,
functional foods, but also, skin care agents. Biological activities of the fruiting body from D …

Effect of low-level laser therapy on angiogenesis and matrix metalloproteinase-2 immunoexpression in wound repair

ML de Medeiros, I Araújo-Filho, EMN da Silva… - Lasers in medical …, 2017 - Springer
Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) induces anti-inflammatory and angiogenic activities in wound
healing. However, the mechanism of action and optimal parameters require further …