Efficacy of Polarized Light in the Treatment of Pressure Ulcers
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2015, Vol 3, Issue 5
Abstract
Purpose: to evaluate the efficacy of the polarized light therapy in accelerating pressure ulcers healing. Methods of evaluation (wound surface area and wound volume). Methods:- Thirty patients (18 males and 12 females) with complete or incomplete spinal cord injury patients and complain from pressure ulcers were randomly divided into two groups. Group (A) received the polarized light therapy 10 minutes twice a day (session every 12 hours) for one month plus the regular wound care. Group (B) (Control group) received only the regular wound care. Results:- Result showed that the polarized light therapy was effective in decreasing ulcer surface area and ulcer volume as well as improving healing of pressure ulcers. Conclusion: - polarized light therapy was effective in accelerating pressure ulcer healing.
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Zakaria Mowafy Emam Mowafy
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