Randomised controlled trial of the effectiveness of low level laser therapy given by District Nurses in the treatment of chronic wounds and ulcers on the lower leg

Completed

• Conditions: Cardiovascular: Leg ulcer; Circulatory System; Leg ulcer

• Registration Number: ISRCTN21741608
• Lead Sponsor: Record Provided by the NHSTCT Register - 2005 Update - Department of Health (UK)

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2005-09-30
• Last Update Posted: 13 January 2015

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Completed
• Sex: Not specified
• Target Recruitment: 135

Inclusion Criteria

1. Age > 18
2. Lower leg wound or ulcer for > 6 weeks not responding to conventional treatment.

Exclusion Criteria

1. Pregnant
2. Known or suspected lower leg malignancy
3. Photosensitivity
4. Transplant patient
5. Laser treatment to affected leg in last 6 months

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified