Effect of Low-Power Laser Therapy on Pain and Functional Outcomes in Patients With Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

About this trial

Last updated 2 months ago

Study ID

TOS-LASER-1996

Status

Not yet recruiting

Type

Interventional

Phase

N/A

Placebo

Accepting

30 to 50 Years

All Sexes

Trial Timing

Started 2 months ago

What is this trial about?

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of low-power laser therapy on pain intensity and functional outcomes in patients diagnosed with Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS). Participants will be randomly assigned to either receive the active laser therapy combined with a physical therapy program or a control group. The study aims to determine if adding laser therapy provides better relief and improves daily physical functions compared to conventional treatment alone.

What are the Participation Requirements?

Inclusion Criteria: * Age Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 35-50 years. * Clinically diagnosed with Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) by a physician based on standard diagnostic criteria. * Presence of neurogenic symptoms such as pain, paraesthesia, numbness, or -- * weakness in the upper extremity. * Symptoms lasting for at least 3 months. Exclusion Criteria: * History of cervical disc herniation or cervical radiculopathy. * Previous surgical intervention in the cervical or thoracic outlet region. * Severe cardiovascular or systemic diseases that may interfere with treatment. --Pacemakers or other implanted electronic devices. * Skin conditions or infections in the treatment area. * Receiving any other form of laser therapy or conflicting treatment during the study.