scholarly journals Low-Level Laser Therapy for Temporomandibular Disorders: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gang-Zhu Xu ◽  
Jie Jia ◽  
Lin Jin ◽  
Jia-Heng Li ◽  
Zhan-Yue Wang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Laser Therapy ◽  
Methodological Quality ◽  
Low Level Laser Therapy ◽  
Low Level ◽  
Low Level Laser ◽  
Jadad Scale ◽  
Level Laser

Objectives. We systematically reviewed randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of the effect of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) versus placebo in patients with temporomandibular disorder (TMD). Methods. A systematic search of multiple online sources electronic databases was undertaken. The methodological quality of each included study was assessed using the modified Jadad scale, and the quality of evidence was evaluated using the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) system. Results. A total of 31 RCTs were included. Total modified Jadad scale scores showed that the methodological quality was high in 30 studies and low in 1 study. Combining data from all clinically heterogeneous studies revealed positive effects of LLLT on pain relief, regardless of the visual analogue scale (VAS) score or the change of VAS score between the baseline and the final follow-up time point, while dosage analyses showed discrepant results about the effects of high or low doses for patients with TMD. Follow-up analyses showed that LLLT significantly reduced pain at the short-term follow-up. Temporomandibular joint function outcomes indicated that the overall effect favored LLLT over placebo. Conclusion. This systematic review suggests that LLLT effectively relieves pain and improves functional outcomes in patients with TMD.

scholarly journals Low-level laser therapy for temporomandibular disorders (tmd) treatment: a systematic review of randomized trials

2014 ◽  
Vol 2 (5) ◽  
pp. 376
Author(s):  
Priscila Leite ◽  
Nicole Melo ◽  
Pâmela Silva ◽  
Robinsom Montenegro ◽  
Paulo Bonan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Temporomandibular Joint ◽  
Laser Therapy ◽  
Diagnostic Criteria ◽  
Temporomandibular Disorders ◽  
Low Level Laser Therapy ◽  
Low Level ◽  
Low Level Laser ◽  
Level Laser ◽  
Significant Difference

AIM: Conducting a systematic review of randomized clinical trials focusing on the efficacy of LLLT on pain control in patients with TMD, diagnosed by the Research Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders (RDC/TMD). MATERIAL AND METHODS: Search was performed at PubMed/MEDLINE database with the terms: (1) “Laser AND temporomandibular disorders”; (2) “Laser AND temporomandibular disorders AND RDC/TMD”; (3) “Low-level laser therapy AND temporomandibular disorders”; (4) “Low-level laser therapy AND temporomandibular disorders AND RDC/TMD”; (5) “Low-level laser therapy AND temporomandibular joint dysfuntion syndrome”; (6) “Low-level laser therapy AND temporomandibular joint dysfuntion syndrome AND RDC/TMD”; (7) “Laser AND temporomandibular joint dysfuntion syndrome” (8) “Laser AND RDC/TMD”; (9) “Low-level laser therapy AND RDC/TMD”. Inclusion criteria: articles need to be randomized clinical trial performed in humans; evaluate the effect of LLLT in the treatment of TMD diagnosed by the use of RDC/TMD; published in English or Portuguese in the last 10 years. Protocol studies and pilot studies were excluded. RESULTS: Ten studies were included. The type of laser used was Gallium Aluminum Arsenide (GaAlAs) diode, with exception of 1 paper, which used super pulsed Gallium Arsenide laser. Eight studies reported decreased in pain levels, in two articles there was no statistically significant difference between test and placebo groups. CONCLUSION: In most studies, LLLT was effective in pain remission, but there is no standardization in parameters like wavelength, output power and frequency. Studies with more complex experimental designs, standardized diagnostic criteria for TMD and defined protocols for the use of LLLT are needed to determine its efficacy in the treatment of TMD.

Effect of low-level laser therapy on pain and disability in patients with plantar fasciitis: A systematic review and meta-analysis

2021 ◽  
pp. 102478
Author(s):  
Janice S. Guimarães ◽  
Fabio L. Arcanjo ◽  
Gustavo Leporace ◽  
Leonardo F. Metsavaht ◽  
Cristiano Sena ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Laser Therapy ◽  
Plantar Fasciitis ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Low Level Laser Therapy ◽  
Low Level ◽  
Low Level Laser ◽  
Level Laser

Follow-up of pressure ulcer treatment with photodynamic therapy, low level laser therapy and cellulose membrane

2021 ◽  
Vol 30 (4) ◽  
pp. 304-310
Author(s):  
Luciano Pereira Rosa ◽  
Francine Cristina da Silva ◽  
Suzete Carvalho Landulfo Luz ◽  
Regiane Lima Vieira ◽  
Beatriz Rocha Tanajura ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Photodynamic Therapy ◽  
Laser Therapy ◽  
Pressure Ulcer ◽  
Low Level Laser Therapy ◽  
Cellulose Membrane ◽  
Low Level ◽  
Low Level Laser ◽  
Level Laser ◽  
Hospitalised Patients

Objective: A pressure ulcer (PU) is an area of tissue trauma caused by continuous and prolonged pressure, often associated with hospitalised patients immobilised due to neurological problems, negatively affecting their quality of life, and burdening the public budget. The aim of this study was to report the follow-up, for 45 weeks, of three patients with neurological lesions due to trauma who subsequently developed PUs, and who were treated with a combination of photodynamic therapy (PDT), low level laser therapy (LLLT) and cellulose membrane (CM). Method: PDT was mediated by the photosensitiser curcumin on a 1.5% emulsion base. Blue LED light at 450 nm was delivered continuously for 12 minutes at an irradiance of 30mW/cm2 and total energy delivered to the tissue was 22J/cm2. LLLT was performed with 660 nm laser, punctuated and continuous, twice a week with parameters: spot size 0.04cm2, power of 40mW, 10 seconds per point, fluence of 10J/cm2 and irradiance of 1000mW/cm2. Results: All PUs had a significant reduction (range: 95.2–100%) of their area after 45 weeks of follow-up and two PUs had complete healing at 20 weeks and 30 weeks. All of the PUs showed a reduction in contamination with the PDT treatments in different proportions. Conclusion: From the results obtained, we conclude that the combination of PDT, LLLT and CM is a promising treatment for PU healing.

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