The effectiveness of low-level laser therapy for nonspecific chronic low back pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis

In recent decades, low-level laser therapy (LLLT) has been widely used to relieve pain caused by different musculoskeletal disorders. Though widely used, its reported therapeutic outcomes are varied and conflicting. Results similarly conflict regarding its usage in patients with nonspecific chronic low back pain (NSCLBP). This study investigated the efficacy of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) for the treatment of NSCLBP by a systematic literature search with meta-analyses on selected studies. MEDLINE, EMBASE, ISI Web of Science and Cochrane Library were systematically searched from January 2000... Mehr ...