None listed
Conditions
Brief summary
The aim of the research project will be to observe the obtained results of therapy using high energy laser therapy and ultrasound. Conducting studies on a uniform, randomized group of patients, with an analogous development statistical analysis in accordance with the guidelines of evidence-based medicine (EBM), will help to answer questions about the effectiveness of treatments in a given disease unit. Research using a high-energy laser will be characterized by a high degree of innovation. To document the obtained results, it is planned to use non-invasive methods of measurement.
Interventions
60 patients with diagnosis of calcaneal spurs (basic group and placebo) intend to acquire research. Therapy will take place in the Clinical Research Laboratory at the State Medical University of Applied Sciences in Opole.
In the research project, it is planned to create 2 homogeneous comparative groups, using the principles of randomization patients will be assigned to particular groups:
• Group 1: the study (n = 30) will be administered in the form of 15 treatment sessions using a high-energy l
60 patients with diagnosis of calcaneal spurs (basic group and placebo) intend to acquire research. Therapy will take place in the Clinical Research Laboratory at the State Medical University of Applied Sciences in Opole. In the research project, it is planned to create 2 homogeneous comparative groups, using the principles of randomization patients will be assigned to particular groups: • Group 1: the study (n = 30) will be administered in the form of 15 treatment sessions using a high-energy laser and standard therapy in the case of heel spur, it is ultrasounds (UD). Each treatment will be characterized by a contact method using labile movements in the area of the greatest pain. HILT parameters: 7W, dose 149.9J / cm2, time 11 minutes and 53 seconds, spot applicator with 30cm2 cone breaker, wavelength 1064 nm (GaAlAs laser), 90% duty cycle, total energy 4496. Treatments will be carried out 5 times a week for a period of 3 weeks with the need to maintain continuity of therapy (excluding weekends). In order to follow the methodology of the scientific project, patients will be asked to sign up for the attendance list. The results will be saved on the patient's card and a computer file. One physical therapist with 2 years of experience will deliver each treatment in each group
Sponsors
Opole Medical School, Department of Physiotherapy
Study design
Allocation
Randomised controlled trial
Intervention model
Parallel
Primary purpose
Treatment
Masking
Blinded (masking used) (Subject, Investigator, Outcomes Assessor)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
- diagnosed heel spur, - adult person, - current X-ray examination, - participants suffering from pain for at least 3 months with no prior physical therapy for at least 3 months prior to the study and an unsuccessful treatment using non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID).
Exclusion criteria
- heart stimulator, - cancer, pregnancy, - implants from foreign bodies in the area of applicationlaser radiation, - no pain, - skin diseases, - application area, - acute infections, - blood clotting disorders, arrhythmias and conduction disorders heart, - other foot disorders, - mental disorder, abolished or disturbed feeling, - lack of cooperation.
Outcome results
None listed