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NCT07615920
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HILT vs ESWT in Supraspinatus Tendinitis

Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University

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Summary

This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effectiveness of High-Intensity Laser Therapy (HILT) and Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) in patients with supraspinatus tendinitis.

Official title: Comparative Effectiveness of High-Intensity Laser Therapy Versus Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy in Patients With Supraspinatus Tendinitis

Key Details

Gender

All

Age Range

18 Years - 60 Years

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Enrollment

48

Start Date

2026-08-01

Completion Date

2027-12-30

Last Updated

2026-05-29

Healthy Volunteers

No

Interventions

DEVICE

High-Intensity Laser Therapy

High-Intensity Laser Therapy (HILT) is an advanced electrotherapy modality that uses high-power laser energy to penetrate deep musculoskeletal tissues and stimulate biological healing processes. The device emits laser wavelengths ranging between 808-1064 nm with high peak power output, allowing deeper tissue penetration compared to conventional low-level laser therapy. HILT provides analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and biostimulatory effects through increasing local blood circulation, enhancing cellular metabolism, stimulating collagen synthesis, and promoting tissue regeneration. The treatment is non-invasive, safe, and commonly used in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, particularly for tendinopathies and chronic pain conditions.

DEVICE

Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy

Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) is a non-invasive therapeutic modality that delivers high-energy acoustic waves to injured musculoskeletal tissues. The device generates focused or radial shock waves that stimulate tissue healing, neovascularization, pain reduction, and cellular repair mechanisms. ESWT is widely used in the management of tendinopathies, calcific disorders, and chronic musculoskeletal pain. Treatment parameters typically include energy flux density, frequency, number of impulses, and treatment sessions. The therapy is considered safe and effective, with minimal side effects

OTHER

Conventional Physical Therapy

The conventional physical therapy program consisted of a combination of therapeutic exercises and physical therapy modalities aimed at reducing pain, improving shoulder range of motion, enhancing muscle strength, and restoring functional performance. The program included hot pack application, Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS), stretching exercises, range of motion exercises, strengthening exercises for the rotator cuff and scapular stabilizers, as well as a home exercise program. Treatment sessions were conducted three times per week according to the patient's tolerance and clinical condition