Status:
NOT_YET_RECRUITING
Comparative Effects of Laser and Extracorpeal Shock Wave in Patients With Achilles Tendinopathy.
Lead Sponsor:
Riphah International University
Conditions:
Achilles Tendinopathy
Eligibility:
All Genders
18-40 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
Achilles tendinopathy is a prevalent condition characterized by pain, swelling, and impaired function of the Achilles tendon, commonly affecting athletes and active individuals. The disorder arises fr...
Detailed Description
This study is a randomized clinical trial aimed at comparing the effectiveness of laser therapy and extracorporeal shock wave therapy on pain, range of motion, and function in patients with Achilles t...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Age of patients 18-40.
- Diagnosed with chronic Achillis tendinopathy and NPRS rating more than 2.
- Both male and female.
- Patient must be diagnosed with Achillis Tendinopathy by single leg raise or Thompson test.
Exclusion
- contraindications to LLLT to the area of the Achilles tendon.
- comorbid musculoskeletal or serious conditions that may have confounded treatment or anticipated recovery .
- nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug use steroid injections or surgery for the condition; insertional tendinopathy or bursitis (retrocalcaneal or Achilles; determined by clinical examination.
- neurologic signs; and adverse neural tension affecting the sciatic or sural nerve.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
July 24 2025
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
October 20 2025
Estimated Enrollment :
44 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06986759
Start Date
July 24 2025
End Date
October 20 2025
Last Update
July 7 2025
Active Locations (1)
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Integrated Medical Care Hospital
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 54910