HILT for Meralgia Paresthetica

Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of Meralgia Paresthetica, confirmed by a neurologist or a specialist in neuromuscular disorders, based on clinical signs and symptoms, and supported by nerve conduction studies. * Presence of pain, numbness, or tingling in the anterolateral thigh for at least three months. * Aged between 35 and 55 years. * Willing and able to provide informed consent. * Able to comply with the study protocol and attend all treatment sessions and follow-up assessments. Exclusion Criteria: * Previous surgical treatment for Meralgia Paresthetica. * Concomitant lower back or hip pain due to other causes, such as lumbar radiculopathy, hip joint pathology, or trochanteric bursitis. * Presence of other neuromuscular or nerve compression disorders such as diabetic neuropathy * Significant trauma or surgery to the affected thigh or lumbar spine within the past six months. * Pregnancy or planning to become pregnant during the study period. * Known contraindications to High-Intensity Laser Therapy, such as active skin infection, malignancy, or photosensitivity disorders. * Current use of anticoagulant medications or immunosuppressive therapy.