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High-Intensity Laser Therapy Versus Multimodal Physiotherapy in Subacromial Impingement Syndrome
Sponsor: Tulay Yildirim
Summary
This randomized controlled trial aimed to compare the short-term effectiveness of high-intensity laser therapy (HILT) and a multimodal physiotherapy program in patients with subacromial impingement syndrome (SIS). Ninety-four participants were allocated to either HILT or combined physiotherapy, and both groups received an identical supervised exercise program. Primary outcome measures included shoulder pain assessed using the visual analogue scale (VAS). Secondary outcomes included shoulder function, disability, and quality of life. Outcomes were evaluated at baseline, post-treatment, and short-term follow-up.
Official title: Short-Term Effects of High-Intensity Laser Therapy Compared With Multimodal Physiotherapy in Subacromial Impingement Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
94
Start Date
2016-01-01
Completion Date
2017-12-01
Last Updated
2026-05-14
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
High-Intensity Laser Therapy
Class IV Nd:YAG laser therapy (1064 nm wavelength) administered to the shoulder region for treatment of subacromial impingement syndrome.
Multimodal Physiotherapy
Combined physiotherapy program consisting of hot pack therapy, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, and therapeutic ultrasound.