Effects of High-Intensity Laser Therapy Combined With Exercise in Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis (NCT07630259) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Effects of High-Intensity Laser Therapy Combined With Exercise in Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis
Chile31 participantsStarted 2023-11-29
Plain-language summary
The goal of this clinical trial was to determine whether high-intensity laser therapy (HILT) combined with exercise improves pain, physical function, and muscle strength in people with knee osteoarthritis.
The main questions the study aimed to answer were:
* Did HILT combined with exercise lower pain more than sham laser combined with exercise?
* Did HILT combined with exercise improve physical function more than sham laser combined with exercise?
* Did HILT combined with exercise improve knee extensor muscle strength more than sham laser combined with exercise?
Researchers compared HILT plus exercise with sham laser plus exercise to determine whether HILT provided additional benefits beyond those achieved with exercise alone.
Participants:
* Received either HILT or sham laser treatment for four weeks.
* Participated in a standardized exercise program.
* Completed assessments of pain, physical function, and muscle strength before and after treatment.
Who can participate
Age range
45 Years – 77 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Clinical diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis.
* Age between 45 and 77 years.
* Pain intensity of at least 3 points on the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS).
Exclusion Criteria:
* Presence of other musculoskeletal conditions affecting the lower limbs.
* History of lower limb surgery.
* Tattoos in the laser application area.
* Recent intra-articular corticosteroid injection.
* Comorbidities limiting participation in physical exercise, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, stroke, or severe heart failure.
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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Change From Baseline in Knee Extensor Muscle Strength After 4 Weeks of Treatment
Timeframe: Baseline and Week 4
Trial details
NCT IDNCT07630259
SponsorUniversidad Metropolitana de Ciencias de la Educacion