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Frozen (capsulitis) of shoulder Treated by LED Red light: A case report
Keyvan Moghissi1, Kate Dixon1, Andrew Edwards2
1The Yorkshire Laser Centre, 3 West Leys Park, Swanland, HU14 3LS UK.
Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy
|September 3, 2023
Summary
Red light therapy (630nm LED) shows promise for chronic shoulder capsulitis, significantly reducing pain and improving shoulder mobility in a single case study. Further research is warranted to confirm these positive short-term effects.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Photomedicine
- Orthopedics
Background:
- Shoulder capsulitis, characterized by pain and limited shoulder joint mobility, affects patient quality of life.
- Chronic shoulder capsulitis presents a significant clinical challenge, often requiring prolonged treatment.
- Non-invasive therapeutic modalities are sought for managing shoulder joint conditions.
Observation:
- A single case study evaluated the short-term effects of red light therapy (630nm LED) on chronic shoulder capsulitis.
- Treatment involved 12 sessions over four weeks, targeting the affected shoulder joint.
- Subjective and objective parameters were assessed using the Oxford Shoulder Score.
Findings:
- The patient experienced notable improvements in several assessed parameters.
- Significant pain reduction and near pain-free essential shoulder movement were observed.
- The patient achieved functional improvement without the need for Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAID) gel.
Implications:
- Red light therapy demonstrates potential as a safe and effective treatment for shoulder capsulitis.
- The findings suggest the need for larger pilot studies to validate reproducibility and optimize treatment protocols.
- This approach may offer a novel, non-pharmacological option for managing shoulder joint pain and stiffness.
