High-Intensity Laser Therapy in Patients With Sacroiliitis

The Effectiveness of High-Intensity Laser Therapy in Reducing Pain and Improving Function in Patients With Sacroiliitis: A Sham-Controlled Randomized Trial

To investigate the effectiveness of High-Intensity Laser Therapy (HILT) in reducing pain and improving function in patients with sacroiliitis, aged 40-60 years.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age: Adults aged 40-60 years old

• Diagnosis: Confirmed diagnosis of sacroiliitis by a specialist (e.g., rheumatologist, orthopedic surgeon, or radiologist) based on a combination of clinical findings, laboratory tests, and imaging studies

• Clinical findings: Presence of at least one or more of the following clinical signs and symptoms suggestive of sacroiliitis:

  1. Low back pain, buttock pain, or hip pain, worsened by prolonged sitting, standing, or walking
  2. Stiffness in the lower back, buttock, or hip region, particularly in the morning or following prolonged inactivity
  3. Pain improvement with physical activity or exercise

• Duration of symptoms: Experiencing symptoms for at least 3 months

Exclusion Criteria:

• Previous surgery or invasive procedures targeting the sacroiliac joints
• Contraindications to physical interventions (e.g., spinal instability, fractures, or severe neurological deficits)
• Presence of other spinal pathologies or systemic inflammatory conditions that could confound the assessment of sacroiliitis (e.g., lumbar disc herniation, ankylosing spondylitis, or rheumatoid arthritis)
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women