Efficacy of 904 nm laser therapy in the management of musculoskeletal disorders: a systematic review

摘要: Abstract This systematic review was undertaken to assess the effectiveness of 904nm low level laser therapy (LT) in musculoskeletal disorders. In order retrieve randomized trials, computer-aided searches databases and bibliographic indexes were performed. Furthermore, congress reports, reviews handbooks all checked for relevant citations. Subsequently, retrieved studies scored on methodological quality. found 25 that investigated effects LT versus placebo or any other intervention, subjects with a condition which thought feasible intervention. Of these, 21 fulfilled entry criteria this review, assessed blinded manner criteria. Overall, study quality ranged from ‘poor’ ‘reasonable’. classification material into diseases studied, no clear evidence LT, except perhaps knee problems myofascial pain. It is concluded LTdoes not se...