EFFECTS OF LASER THERAPY ON THE TISSUE HEALING PROCESS IN THE DIABETIC FOOT

• DOI: 10.22533/at.ed.1593722311099

• Palavras-chave: Diabetes. Diabetic foot. Lasertherapy. Photobiomodulation.

• Keywords: Diabetes. Diabetic foot. Lasertherapy. Photobiomodulation.

• Abstract:

  Chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs) constitute a global health challenge, being the main cause of morbidity and mortality and causing substantial economic and social impacts. In Brazil, in 2015, NCDs were responsible for 75% of deaths, and projections indicate an increase to 19.2 million cases by 2035. Additionally, approximately 15% of individuals with NCDs will develop diabetic foot ulcers during their lives. The main objective of the present study is to conduct a systematic review to evaluate the effectiveness of the clinical use of Low Intensity Laser Therapy (LLLT) in the process of repairing chronic wounds in patients with diabetic foot. The results to date have demonstrated that the application of laser therapy to chronic wounds associated with the diabetic foot is effective in accelerating the tissue repair process in a short period of time. The formation of epithelial tissue and a significant reduction in the area of the wounds were noted, with an approximate decrease of 30 to 50%, in around 15 days in patients undergoing laser therapy compared to those who did not receive this treatment. These results indicate that LLLT may be a promising therapeutic option for the treatment of chronic wounds in patients with diabetic foot. It is important to highlight that treatment with LLLT did not present significant side effects and promoted recovery from pain and sensitivity. However, we emphasize the need to conduct more clinical studies to consolidate these findings and establish effective therapeutic protocols that can benefit this growing population.