Randomized Controlled Trial for Treatment of Pain and Assessment of Wound Healing in Chronic Venous Leg Ulcers Using Near Infrared Laser Therapy
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Venous Leg Ulcer
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
Healthy Volunteers Welcome
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 20 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Wake Forest University Health Sciences · Other
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About This Trial
The laser emits an infrared light that heats the skin and underlying tissues with the purpose of temporary relief of minor muscle and joint pain, as well as stiffness associated with arthritis. The laser also causes a temporary increase in blood flow. The purpose of this study is to evaluate whether laser therapy can provide pain relief and speed the healing of venous leg ulcers.
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* 18 yo or older
* Venous insufficiency documented on basis of Venous Insufficiency US or on basis of skin changes c/w stasis
* Ulcer location in area of stasis present on lower limb
* Ulcer surface greater or equal to 5 cm2 but no larger than 140 cm2 after the initial debrideme…
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