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This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effectiveness of High-Intensity Laser Therapy (HILT) and Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) in patients with supraspinatus tendinitis.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
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| Group A: HILT + Conventional PT | Active Comparator |
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| Group B: ESWT + Conventional PT | Active Comparator |
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| Group C: Conventional Physical Therapy Only | Active Comparator |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
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| High-Intensity Laser Therapy | Device | High-Intensity Laser Therapy (HILT) is an advanced electrotherapy modality that uses high-power laser energy to penetrate deep musculoskeletal tissues and stimulate biological healing processes. The device emits laser wavelengths ranging between 808-1064 nm with high peak power output, allowing deeper tissue penetration compared to conventional low-level laser therapy. HILT provides analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and biostimulatory effects through increasing local blood circulation, enhancing cellular metabolism, stimulating collagen synthesis, and promoting tissue regeneration. The treatment is non-invasive, safe, and commonly used in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, particularly for tendinopathies and chronic pain conditions. |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Pain intensity measured using Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). | Pain intensity will be assessed using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), where 0 indicates no pain and 10 indicates worst imaginable pain. | At baseline and immediately after 4 weeks of intervention |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Shoulder Pain and Disability Measured by the Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI) | Shoulder pain and disability will be assessed using the Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI). The SPADI score ranges from 0 to 100, with higher scores indicating greater pain and disability. | At baseline and immediately after 4 weeks of intervention |
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| Name | Role | Phone | Extension | |
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| SAMI ABDU AKKUR, MASTER | Contact | +966500433558 | pt.sami558@gmail.com |
| Name | Affiliation | Role |
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| Yasmin Mohamed Mahmoud | Kafrelsheikh University Faculty of Physical Therapy Department of Basic Sciences for Physical Therapy | Study Director |
| Mahmoud Mohamed Ewida, PHD | Kafrelsheikh University Faculty of Physical Therapy Department of Basic Sciences for Physical Therapy |
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| ID | Term |
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| D000074059 | Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy |
| ID | Term |
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| D014464 | Ultrasonic Therapy |
| D003972 | Diathermy |
| D006979 | Hyperthermia, Induced |
| D013812 | Therapeutics |
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| Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy | Device | Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) is a non-invasive therapeutic modality that delivers high-energy acoustic waves to injured musculoskeletal tissues. The device generates focused or radial shock waves that stimulate tissue healing, neovascularization, pain reduction, and cellular repair mechanisms. ESWT is widely used in the management of tendinopathies, calcific disorders, and chronic musculoskeletal pain. Treatment parameters typically include energy flux density, frequency, number of impulses, and treatment sessions. The therapy is considered safe and effective, with minimal side effects |
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| Conventional Physical Therapy | Other | The conventional physical therapy program consisted of a combination of therapeutic exercises and physical therapy modalities aimed at reducing pain, improving shoulder range of motion, enhancing muscle strength, and restoring functional performance. The program included hot pack application, Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS), stretching exercises, range of motion exercises, strengthening exercises for the rotator cuff and scapular stabilizers, as well as a home exercise program. Treatment sessions were conducted three times per week according to the patient's tolerance and clinical condition |
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| Upper Extremity Function Measured by the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand Questionnaire (DASH) | Upper extremity function will be assessed using the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) questionnaire. DASH scores range from 0 to 100, with higher scores indicating greater disability. | Time Frame: Baseline and immediately after 4 weeks of intervention. |
| Shoulder Range of Motion Measured Using a Digital Goniometer | Shoulder range of motion (flexion, abduction, and external rotation) will be measured in degrees using a digital goniometer. Higher values indicate greater shoulder mobility. | Baseline and immediately after 4 weeks of intervention. |
| Quality of Life Measured by the Short Form-36 Health Survey (SF-36) | Quality of life will be assessed using the Short Form-36 Health Survey (SF-36). Scores range from 0 to 100, with higher scores indicating better health-related quality of life. | Baseline and immediately after 4 weeks of intervention. |
| Study Chair |
| Shaimaa Ramadan Eldeab, PHD | Kafrelsheikh University Faculty of Physical Therapy Department of Basic Sciences for Physical Therapy | Study Director |
| Sami ABDU Akkur, MASTER DEGREE STUDENT | Kafrelsheikh University Faculty of Physical Therapy Department of Basic Sciences for Physical Therapy | Principal Investigator |
| D026741 |
| Physical Therapy Modalities |
| D012046 | Rehabilitation |