Laser vs shock waves: which zaps shoulder pain best?
NCT ID NCT07615920
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two non-invasive treatments—high-intensity laser therapy and shock wave therapy—for people with chronic shoulder pain from supraspinatus tendinitis. Researchers will measure pain and disability in 48 adults over several weeks to see which approach works better. Neither treatment involves surgery or medication.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- High-Intensity Laser Therapy and Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy
- What this could lead to
- If one therapy works better, it could offer a more effective, non-surgical option for easing chronic shoulder pain.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 48 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Both treatments are generally safe but may not provide lasting relief.
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