Low level laser treatments have been used to treat painful trigger points in myofascial pain syndrome (MPS), but the effectiveness of the appropriate laser type and parameters is still uncertain. The aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness of different types of low level laser treatment (LLLT) in reducing pain levels, changing oxygen saturation and bite force in patients with MPS.
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change from baseline in pain on the 10 point visual analogue scale (VAS) at week 3
Timeframe: baseline and week 3
change from baseline in oxygen concentration in the massater muscle at week 3
Timeframe: baseline and week 3
change from baseline in bite force values at week 3
Timeframe: baseline and week 3