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Filter by:This double-blind, randomized controlled clinical study aims to evaluate the effects of PBM on the functional recovery of participants with surgically treated PHF using special locking plates. The 42 participants will be randomized (1:1) into two groups: the Control group (standard physical therapy combined with simulated PBM) and the PBM group (standard physical therapy combined with active PBM). Participants will apply PBM at home daily for 10 minutes using a device containing 318 light-emitting diodes (LEDs), with 159 LEDs at 660 nm (28.5 mW; 12 J/cm2; 17 J per LED) and 159 LEDs at 850 nm (23 mW; 10 J/cm2; 14 J per LED). PBM and physical therapy sessions (30 minutes, twice a week) will be conducted over 12 weeks. Participants will be unaware of their group allocation and will be assessed at 24 hours, 1, 2, 4, 8, and 12 weeks after surgery by four examiners who are also blinded to each participant's allocation. The primary outcome, assessed at all time points, will be shoulder function recovery using the Quick-DASH functional scale. Secondary outcomes will include shoulder range of motion assessments with a digital goniometer, quality of life using the SF-6 questionnaire, and the occurrence of adverse effects at all time points. Spontaneous pain, pressure pain (measured with a dolorimeter), nighttime pain, and analgesic use will be evaluated at 1, 2, 4, 8, and 12 weeks. Fracture consolidation will be assessed at 4, 8, and 12 weeks through radiographic examinations, and muscle strength will be evaluated by progressive dumbbell support at 8 and 12 weeks. In addition to the scheduled assessments, participants will be contacted daily by phone.
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