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Photobiomodulation in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome With Pain, Strength, And Functionality Analysis

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March 2025

Photobiomodulation in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome With Pain, Strength, And Functionality Analysis

Vol: 307| Issue: 3| Number:109| ISSN#: 2564-2537
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1

Photobiomodulation in carpal tunnel syndrome with pain, strength, and functionality analysis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Lasers Med Sci. 2025 Jan 8;40(1):12.

Contributing Authors:
AC Lauxen DR Machado DS Pereira LB de Medeiros D Bertoncello MR Buzanello GRF Bertolini

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Thirteen studies including 735 patients with carpal tunnel syndrome were included in this systematic review and meta-analysis comparing low-level laser therapy (LLLT) vs. placebo, wrist splints, or exercises. Pooled outcomes of interest included pain intensity, handgrip strength, pinch strength, and hand functionality. Meta-analysis revealed no significant differences in pain or handgrip strength ...

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