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Low level laser therapy provides significant pain relief for plantar fasciitis by 8 weeks
December 2015
Low level laser therapy provides significant pain relief for plantar fasciitis by 8 weeks
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Low-Level Laser Therapy at 635 nm for Treatment of Chronic Plantar Fasciitis: A Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Study
J Foot Ankle Surg. 2015 Sep-Oct;54(5):768-72Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
69 patients with unilateral plantar fasciitis were randomized to receive either low level laser therapy (LLLT) or placebo treatment. The purpose of the study was to determine if LLLT resulted in improved patient pain management compared to placebo up to 8 weeks after treatment. The primary outcome of interest was VAS heel pain score, and secondary outcomes included plantar fascia thickness, qualit...
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