Comparison of Laser and Shockwave Therapy for Piriformis Syndrome With Adjunctive Exercise

This study is a prospective randomized controlled trial comparing the effectiveness of low-level laser therapy combined with exercise versus radial extracorporeal shockwave therapy combined with exercise in patients with piriformis syndrome. The interventions were applied over four weeks, and outcomes included pain intensity, functional disability, range of motion, and quality of life.

NCT Number	NCT07567703
Lead Sponsor	Beni-Suef University
Conditions	Piriformis Syndrome
Enrollment	70 participants
Start Date	2025-10-04
Primary Completion	2026-01-15 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-04-20 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-05-05