Single Session Combined Low-Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound (LIPUS), Magnetic Field, and Light Therapy by A Multifunctional Device in Pain Management After Acute Soft Tissue Injuries Among Athletes_ A Case-Control Study in Sweden

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Abstract Objective The objective of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of single-session combined LIPUS, magnetic field therapy, and the two light therapies (invisible infrared and Blue) using a multifunctional device in pain management after acute soft tissue injuries among athletes. Methods During the period of Feb-May 2023, a case-control study was conducted in Sweden among one hundred (100) athletes with various soft tissue injuries. The Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) measures pain intensity was used to compare between the LipusPlus therapy group and the Sham group. Results The analysis revealed that the LipusPlus therapy had a more pronounced impact on pain reduction compared to the Sham treatment. The LipusPlus group reported greater VAS reduction (2.460 on the VAS scale) compared to the Sham group (0.120 on the VAS scale). No adverse events were reported. Conclusion Combination therapy with devices like LipusPlus is a promising safe and effective alternative therapy for early pain management among athletes with acute soft tissue injuries which addresses the unique needs of athletes for rapid recovery by a potential synergic effect of multiple modalities. Combination therapy can be a valuable armament in physiotherapy and sports medicine arsenal.