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Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) vs placebo in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis
October 2014
Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) vs placebo in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Efficacy of low-level laser therapy applied at acupuncture points in knee osteoarthritis: a randomised double-blind comparative trial
Physiotherapy. 2014 Sep;100(3):242-8Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
49 patients with knee osteoarthritis were randomized to evaluate the efficacy of Active Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) against a placebo over 6 months. Patients were assessed using VAS, the Saudi Knee Function Scale (SKFS), and active range of motion (ROM). The evidence presented in this trial demonstrated that LLLT was associated with significantly superior VAS pain compared to placebo at 6 weeks...
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