NCT07196709

Effect of High-power Laser Acupuncture on Fatigue and Proprioception in Low Back Pain

Effect of High-power Laser Acupuncture on Fatigue and Proprioception in Chronic Non-specific Low Back Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trail

• Status: Recruiting
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 60 (estimated)
• Sponsor: Cairo University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 20 Years – 40 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

To investigate the effect of high-intensity laser acupuncture on fatigue, proprioception, back pain and Pain self-efficacy in patients with chronic nonspecific low back pain (CNLBP).

Detailed description

Chronic non-specific low back pain (CNSLBP) is a persistent back pain that affects people of all ages and significantly impacts individuals' functional activities. Fatigue and impaired proprioception are common complaints associated with CNSLBP, contributing to diminished physical performance and exacerbation of symptoms. While various treatment modalities exist, there is ongoing interest in exploring novel approaches to manage this condition effectively.Laser photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy is a noninvasive that stimulates cells, pain receptors, and the immune system and can cause analgesic effects. Recently, high-power lasers have been used for managing musculoskeletal dysfunction that allows for more energy deposition in deep tissues, resulting in both biological and thermal effects. High-power laser acupuncture (HPLA) has emerged as a promising intervention that combines the therapeutic effects of high-power laser therapy and the principles of acupuncture point stimulation on the body (acupoints) to induce physiological effect. However, there is limited evidence supporting this combined approach. For that, this study aims to investigate the effect of HPLA on fatigue, proprioception back pain and Pain self-efficacy in patients with CNSLBP. With this current randomized controlled trial, we seek to provide evidence-based insights into the potential effects of this combined approach on measurements of fatigue, proprioception, back pain and Pain self-efficacy.

Conditions

• Chronic Nonspecific Low-back Pain

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
DEVICE	high-power laser acupuncture and the exercise program	The experimental group will receive high-power lasers, and the treatment will be performed at 15 acupuncture points: unilateral GV3, GV4, and GV5, and bilateral BL 20, BL23, BL24, BL25, BL40, and GB30. Exercises program: The patients will perform this exercise program in the form of: strengthening exercises for abdominal and back muscles; lumbar stabilization exercises; and stretching exercises
DEVICE	sham laser acupuncture and the exercises program	The patients will receive a sham laser acupuncture and the exercise program in the form of: strengthening exercises for abdominal and back muscles; lumbar stabilization exercises and stretching exercises.

Timeline

• Start date: 2025-11-30
• Primary completion: 2026-06-01
• Completion: 2026-06-01
• First posted: 2025-09-29
• Last updated: 2026-03-03

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Egypt