High-Intensity Laser Therapy Versus Multimodal Physiotherapy in Subacromial Impingement Syndrome (NCT07586800) | Clinical Trial Compass
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High-Intensity Laser Therapy Versus Multimodal Physiotherapy in Subacromial Impingement Syndrome
94 participantsStarted 2016-01-01
Plain-language summary
This randomized controlled trial aimed to compare the short-term effectiveness of high-intensity laser therapy (HILT) and a multimodal physiotherapy program in patients with subacromial impingement syndrome (SIS). Ninety-four participants were allocated to either HILT or combined physiotherapy, and both groups received an identical supervised exercise program. Primary outcome measures included shoulder pain assessed using the visual analogue scale (VAS). Secondary outcomes included shoulder function, disability, and quality of life. Outcomes were evaluated at baseline, post-treatment, and short-term follow-up.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 65 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:Inclusion Criteria:
* Adults aged 18 to 65 years
* Clinically and radiologically confirmed subacromial impingement syndrome
* Shoulder pain lasting at least 1 month and less than 6 months
* At least one positive impingement test (Neer, Hawkins-Kennedy, painful arc, or Jobe test)
* MRI findings consistent with stage I-II rotator cuff changes
Exclusion Criteria:
* Previous shoulder surgery or trauma
* Inflammatory rheumatic disease
* Recent myocardial infarction
* Active infection
* Previous physiotherapy or corticosteroid injection within the last 6 months
* Pregnancy
* Calcific tendinitis
* Adhesive capsulitis
* Cervical radiculopathy
* Neurological disorders affecting the shoulder
* Full-thickness rotator cuff tear
* Contraindications to electrotherapy or laser therapy
Exclusion Criteria:
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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?
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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.
What they're measuring
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Shoulder Pain Intensity Assessed by Visual Analogue Scale (VAS)