Photomedicine and laser surgery
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Photomed Laser Surg · Feb 2007
Randomized Controlled TrialLaser therapy in the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome: a randomized controlled trial.
This prospective, randomized, placebo-controlled trial aimed to investigate the efficacy of laser therapy in the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). ⋯ In using LLLT, (1) there was no difference relative to pain relief and functional capacity during the follow-up in CTS patients; (2) there were positive effects on hand and pinch grip strengths.
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Photomed Laser Surg · Feb 2007
Randomized Controlled TrialLaser acupuncture in knee osteoarthritis: a double-blind, randomized controlled study.
The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects and minimum effective dose of laser acupuncture in knee osteoarthritis (KOA), and to determine if it is superior to placebo treatment (sham) in the evaluation of clinical-functional outcome and quality of life. ⋯ Laser acupuncture was found to be effective only in reducing periarticular swelling when compared with placebo laser.