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Low-Level Laser therapy is safe and improves pain and function in shoulder tendinopathy
March 2016
Low-Level Laser therapy is safe and improves pain and function in shoulder tendinopathy
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
The efficacy of low-level laser therapy for shoulder tendinopathy: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Physiother Res Int. 2015 Jun;20(2):108-25Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
17 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were included in this meta-analysis in order to assess the efficacy of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) in reducing pain and enhancing function and global improvement in patients with shoulder tendinopathy. Findings indicated outcomes were improved when LLLT was used alone and as an adjunct treatment. Active shoulder abduction was not benefited by treatment.
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