Control of Head Lice Infestations in Children and Adults

Control of Head Lice in Children and Adults

The goal of this study is to see if heated air will kill head lice and their eggs. The treatment visit is approximately 1 hour long with a follow up phone call.

Head lice strikes fear into the hearts of parents of school age children. Ridding a child of head lice is one of the most frustrating experiences a parent can face.

The objective of this project is to test whether louse desiccation using our prototype is an effective means of controlling head louse infestations in children.

Children age 6 and over are included in this study.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Must be at least 6 years old, male or female Parent to attend treatment Able to comb the hair with no problems

Exclusion Criteria:

• Chemical shampoos used within 14 days Open sores or wounds on the scalp Recent head radiation