Placebo-Controlled Investigation of Low-Level Laser Therapy to Treat Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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Authors

Milica Lazović

Olivera Ilić-Stojanović

Mirjana Kocić · University of Nis

Vesna Živković · University of Nis

Marija Hrković

Natasa Radosavljevic

Abstract

This study has observed and documented the statistically significant short-term effects of LLLT on CTS patients in comparison with a placebo group. The results support this conclusion, especially if the LLLT is applied in the earlier stages of CTS, and with mild to moderate cases.

Topics & Keywords

Peripheral Nerve Disorders Myofascial pain diagnosis and treatment Shoulder Injury and Treatment

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Photomedicine and Laser Surgery

Volume 32, Issue 6, pp. 336-344

DOI: 10.1089/pho.2013.3563

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