High-power laser treatment for meralgia paresthetica

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

In a randomized, sham-controlled, assessor-blinded design, adults with chronic meralgia paresthetica will receive either active high-power laser therapy or a sham procedure in addition to standard conservative care. Primary outcomes include changes in pain intensity, dysesthetic sensory symptoms, and functional capacity measured over the treatment and follow-up period. Eligible participants are 18–65 years old with at least three months of symptoms and a baseline pain score ≥4, while those with secondary causes, significant lumbar radiculopathy, bleeding disorders, pregnancy, or implanted pacemakers are excluded. The trial is conducted at Uşak University with collaboration from Balikesir University and uses standardized treatment protocols and blinded outcome assessment to limit bias.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Adults aged 18-65 years.
* Clinical diagnosis of MP (based on history: burning pain, tingling, numbness in the lateral thigh; tenderness over the inguinal ligament near the anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS); and a positive pelvic compression test or Tinel's sign over the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve (LFCN)).
* Symptoms persistent for at least 3 months (chronic).
* A baseline pain intensity of ≥4 on the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS).

Exclusion Criteria:

* Secondary MP (e.g., due to pelvic surgery, trauma, or tumor mass effect confirmed by imaging).
* Significant lumbar radiculopathy (L1-L2).
* Coagulopathy, use of anticoagulants.
* Pregnancy.
* Skin disease or infection in the treatment area.
* Presence of a cardiac pacemaker.
* Severe cognitive impairment.

Where it's running

• Usak University
  Uşak, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Ali Y Karahan, Prof.
• Email: ali.karahan@usak.edu.tr
• Phone: +9053869219134

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.