Abstract |
The effects of low level laser treatment in soldiers with achilles tendinitis were studied in a prospective, randomized and double blind trial. Eighty-nine soldiers were enrolled in the study. Forty-six were randomized to treatment with active laser and 43 to treatment with placebo laser. No statistically significant differences in the number of consultations, morning stiffness, tenderness, crepitation, swelling, redness, VAS-score of pain and degree of unfitness for duty were found between the two treatment groups.
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Authors | E M Darre, M Klokker, P Lund, J D Rasmussen, K Hansen, P E Vedtofte |
Journal | Ugeskrift for laeger
(Ugeskr Laeger)
Vol. 156
Issue 45
Pg. 6680-3
(Nov 07 1994)
ISSN: 0041-5782 [Print] Denmark |
Vernacular Title | Laserbehandling af akillessenetendinit. |
PMID | 7839480
(Publication Type: Clinical Trial, English Abstract, Journal Article, Multicenter Study, Randomized Controlled Trial)
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Topics |
- Achilles Tendon
(radiation effects)
- Adolescent
- Adult
- Double-Blind Method
- Humans
- Laser Therapy
- Male
- Military Personnel
- Prospective Studies
- Tendinopathy
(radiotherapy)
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