Low-Level Laser Therapy for Temporomandibular Disorders: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

We systematically reviewed randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of the effect of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) versus placebo in patients with temporomandibular disorder (TMD).

Methods

A systematic search of multiple online sources electronic databases was undertaken. The methodological quality of each included study was assessed using the modified Jadad scale, and the quality of evidence was evaluated using the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) system.

Results

A total of 31 RCTs were included. Total modified Jadad scale scores showed that the methodological quality was high in 30 studies and low in 1 study. Combining data from all clinically heterogeneous studies revealed positive effects of LLLT on pain relief, reg

SUBMITTER: Xu GZ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5971344 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature