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International Journal of Biology Sciences

Vol. 7, Issue 1, Part A (2025)

Synergistic healing: Efficacy of extracorporeal shock wave therapy and low level laser therapy in managing plantar fasciitis heel pain: A pilot Study

Author(s):

Sourav Mitra, Satyen Bhattacharyya, Amartya Mallick and Priyanka Das

Abstract:

Background: Plantar heel pain, a common regional pain condition, can cause significant discomfort and interfere with patients' typical activities. Walking discomfort can have a detrimental impact on a patient's quality of life, and the first step in the morning can yield diagnostic information for Plantar Fasciitis patients.
Objectives: The purpose of this study was to assess the efficacy of extracorporeal shock wave treatment (ESWT) combined with low level laser therapy (LLLT) in alleviating heel pain in Plantar Fasciitis patients.
Materials and Methods: Plantar fasciitis was identified in 15 patients ranging in age from 45 to 52 years. Clinical symptoms and anamnesis confirm the diagnosis, with pain on the first step in the morning and discomfort after exercise being the most typically reported symptoms. This treatment session lasted four days a week for four weeks total. The patient was examined using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS).
Results: Participants showed significant improvement in pre-test and post-test scores for Numeric Pain rating scale (NPRS)which was considered as statistically significant.
Conclusion: This study suggests that extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) combined with low level laser therapy (LLLT) reduces heel pain in Plantar Fasciitis patients.
 

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International Journal of Biology Sciences
How to cite this article:
Sourav Mitra, Satyen Bhattacharyya, Amartya Mallick and Priyanka Das. Synergistic healing: Efficacy of extracorporeal shock wave therapy and low level laser therapy in managing plantar fasciitis heel pain: A pilot Study. Int. J. Biol. Sci. 2025;7(1):17-19. DOI: 10.33545/26649926.2025.v7.i1a.266
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