N/A
Completed N=70
Laser CO2 Versus TENS After Reconstruction of the Rotator Cuff
Rotator Cuff Injury
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT01391000 ↗
Enrolled (actual)
70
Serious AEs
0.0%
Results posted
Aug 2017
Primary outcomePrimary: Visual Analogue Scale Mean Score — 1.40; 1.20 units on a scale
Summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the most effective method between Transcutaneous Electrical Stimulation and Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation therapy carbon dioxide therapy for pain control in the post-surgical rehabilitation of patients treated with reconstruction of the rotator cuff.
Outcome Measures
| Outcome | Result | p-value |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMARY Visual Analogue Scale Mean Score |
1.40; 1.20 | — |
| SECONDARY Constant Murley Score for Range of Motion and Shoulder Function Assessment. |
42.12; 41.69 | — |
| SECONDARY Short Form 12-PCS for Quality of Life Assessment |
41.07; 41.35 | — |
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- subjects after surgery for rotator cuff injury of traumatic and / or degenerative
Exclusion Criteria
- concomitant fractures of the humerus, pace-maker, diseases for which treatments are contraindicated.
Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT01391000). Outcome figures and adverse-event rates are extracted automatically from the registry's posted results and are provided for clinician reference, not as a substitute for the primary publication. Informational only — not medical advice.