Laser light could ease sciatica pain without surgery
NCT ID NCT06151704
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether high-power laser therapy can reduce pain and disability in people with sciatica caused by a herniated disc. Thirty-six adults with at least 12 weeks of symptoms received either real or sham laser treatments. The goal was to see if the laser improves pain, movement, and daily function without the side effects of drugs or surgery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
high-power laser therapy
What this could lead to
If effective, this could provide a non-invasive, side-effect-free option to ease pain and improve mobility for people with sciatica from a herniated disc.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 36 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the benefit over sham laser is uncertain until published.
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School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences
Tehran, Tehran Province, P.O. Box 4391-15875, Iran