HILT vs ESWT in Supraspinatus Tendinitis

Comparative Effectiveness of High-Intensity Laser Therapy Versus Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy in Patients With Supraspinatus Tendinitis

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.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Male and female participants aged between 18 and 60 years.
• Clinically diagnosed supraspinatus tendinitis confirmed by ultrasound imaging.
• Shoulder pain duration greater than 3 months.
• Ability to understand and follow study instructions.
• Willingness to participate and provide informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Full-thickness rotator cuff tear.
• Previous shoulder surgery.
• Pregnancy.
• Neurological disorders affecting the upper limb.
• Corticosteroid injection within the previous 3 months.
• Shoulder fracture or dislocation.
• Systemic inflammatory diseases.
• Participation in other physical therapy programs during the study period