Effect of Low-Power Laser Therapy on Pain and Functional Outcomes in Patients With Thoracic Outle… (NCT07535853) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effect of Low-Power Laser Therapy on Pain and Functional Outcomes in Patients With Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
40 participantsStarted 2026-04-20
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of low-power laser therapy on pain intensity and functional outcomes in patients diagnosed with Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS). Participants will be randomly assigned to either receive the active laser therapy combined with a physical therapy program or a control group. The study aims to determine if adding laser therapy provides better relief and improves daily physical functions compared to conventional treatment alone.
Who can participate
Age range
30 Years – 50 Years
Sex
ALL
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Age
Inclusion Criteria:
* Age between 35-50 years.
* Clinically diagnosed with Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) by a physician based on standard diagnostic criteria.
* Presence of neurogenic symptoms such as pain, paraesthesia, numbness, or --
* weakness in the upper extremity.
* Symptoms lasting for at least 3 months.
Exclusion Criteria:
* History of cervical disc herniation or cervical radiculopathy.
* Previous surgical intervention in the cervical or thoracic outlet region.
* Severe cardiovascular or systemic diseases that may interfere with treatment. --Pacemakers or other implanted electronic devices.
* Skin conditions or infections in the treatment area.
* Receiving any other form of laser therapy or conflicting treatment during the study.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.