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Malavazzi TCDS, Andreo L, Martinelli A, Rodrigues MFSD, Horliana ACRT, Bussadori SK, Fernandes KPS, Nunes FD, Mesquita-Ferrari RA. Preventive and therapeutic vascular photobiomodulation decreases the inflammatory markers and enhances the muscle repair process in an animal model. JOURNAL OF PHOTOCHEMISTRY AND PHOTOBIOLOGY. B, BIOLOGY 2024; 256:112921. [PMID: 38714002 DOI: 10.1016/j.jphotobiol.2024.112921] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2024] [Accepted: 04/22/2024] [Indexed: 05/09/2024]
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Photobiomodulation therapy (PBM) has shown positive effects when applied locally to modulate the inflammatory process and facilitate muscle repair. However, the available literature on the mechanisms of action of vascular photobiomodulation (VPBM), a non-invasive method of vascular irradiation, specifically in the context of local muscle repair, is limited. Thus, this study aimed to assess the impact of vascular photobiomodulation (VPBM) using a low-level laser (LLL) on the inflammatory response and the process of skeletal muscle repair whether administered prior to or following cryoinjury-induced acute muscle damage in the tibialis anterior (TA) muscles. Wistar rats (n = 85) were organized into the following experimental groups: (1) Control (n = 5); (2) Non-Injury + VPBM (n = 20); (3) Injured (n = 20); (4) Pre-VPBM + Injury (n = 20); (5) Injury + Post-VPBM (n = 20). VPBM was administered over the vein/artery at the base of the animals' tails (wavelength: 780 nm; power: 40 mW; application area: 0.04 cm2; energy density: 80 J/cm2). Euthanasia of the animals was carried out at 1, 2, 5, and 7 days after inducing the injuries. Tibialis anterior (TA) muscles were collected for both qualitative and quantitative histological analysis using H&E staining and for assessing protein expression of TNF-α, MCP-1, IL-1β, and IL-6 via ELISA. Blood samples were collected and analyzed using an automatic hematological analyzer and a leukocyte differential counter. Data were subjected to statistical analysis (ANOVA/Tukey). The results revealed that applying VPBM prior to injury led to an increase in circulating neutrophils (granulocytes) after 1 day and a subsequent increase in monocytes after 2 and 5 days, compared to the Non-Injury + VPBM and Injured groups. Notably, an increase in erythrocytes and hemoglobin concentration was observed in the Non-Injury + VPBM group on days 1 and 2 in comparison to the Injured group. In terms of histological aspects, only the Prior VPBM + Injured group exhibited a reduction in the number of inflammatory cells after 1, 5, and 7 days, along with an increase in blood vessels at 5 days. Both the Prior VPBM + Injured and Injured + VPBM after groups displayed a decrease in myonecrosis at 1, 2, and 7 days, an increase in newly-formed and immature fibers after 5 and 7 days, and neovascularization after 1, 2, and 7 days. Regarding protein expression, there was an increase in MCP-1 after 1 and 5 days, TNF-α, IL-6, and IL-1β after 1, 2, and 5 days in the Injured + VPBM after group when compared to the other experimental groups. The Prior VPBM + Injured group exhibited increased MCP-1 production after 2 days, in comparison to the Non-Injury + VPBM and Control groups. Notably, on day 7, the Injured group continued to show elevated MCP-1 protein expression when compared to the VPBM groups. In conclusion, VPBM effectively modulated hematological parameters, circulating leukocytes, the protein expression of the chemokine MCP-1, and the proinflammatory cytokines TNF-α and IL-1β, ultimately influencing the inflammatory process. This modulation resulted in a reduction of myonecrosis, restoration of tissue architecture, increased formation of newly and immature muscle fibers, and enhanced neovascularization, with more pronounced effects when VPBM was applied prior to the muscle injury.
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- Tainá Caroline Dos Santos Malavazzi
- Postgraduate Program in Medicine-Biophotonics, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, São Paulo, SP 01504-001, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Medicine-Biophotonics, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, São Paulo, SP 01504-001, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, Sao Paulo, SP 01504-001, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Medicine-Biophotonics, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, São Paulo, SP 01504-001, Brazil; Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, Sao Paulo, SP 01504-001, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Medicine-Biophotonics, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, São Paulo, SP 01504-001, Brazil
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- Department of Stomatology, Discipline of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo (FOUSP), Sao Paulo, SP 05508-000, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Medicine-Biophotonics, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, São Paulo, SP 01504-001, Brazil; Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), 235/249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, Sao Paulo, SP 01504-001, Brazil.
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Özkan Karasu Y, Öner F, Kantarci A. Neutrophil response to Porphyromonas gingivalis is modulated by low-level laser application. Oral Dis 2024. [PMID: 38591787 DOI: 10.1111/odi.14954] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2024] [Revised: 03/21/2024] [Accepted: 03/27/2024] [Indexed: 04/10/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Neutrophil response is critical in inflammatory regulation and immune response to bacterial infections. During periodontal disease, pathogenic bacteria lead to exaggerated neutrophil responses. We hypothesized that low-level laser application (LLLT), therapeutic strategy for dampening inflammatory processes, will regulate neutrophil activity in response to periodontopathogens. MATERIALS AND METHODS The impact of LLLT on neutrophil responses was measured by light delivered at wavelength of 850 nm. The direct effect of LLLT on P. gingivalis A7436 was determined by flow cytometry using LIVE/DEADTM Cell Vitality kit. The phagocytosis of P. gingivalis A7436 by human neutrophils was measured using flow cytometry. Superoxide generation was measured by cytochrome-C-reduction in the presence of N-formyl-L-methionyl-L-leucyl-L-phenylalanine (fMLP; 1 mM). Cytokine release by neutrophils was measured by multiplex immunoassay. RESULTS The phagocytosis of P. gingivalis by primary human neutrophils was significantly reduced in response to LLLT (p < 0.05). While LLLT led to increased superoxide production in neutrophils that were not challenged by P. gingivalis, it dampened the increased superoxide and IL-6 release by the neutrophils in response to P. gingivalis. LLLT did not directly affect the viability of P. gingivalis. CONCLUSION These results suggested that LLLT can provide therapeutic strategy in periodontal disease, regulating the neutrophil response to P. gingivalis.
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- Yerda Özkan Karasu
- ADA Forsyth Institute, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
- Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Periodontology, Ataturk University, Erzurum, Turkey
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- ADA Forsyth Institute, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
- Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Periodontology, Bahcesehir University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- ADA Forsyth Institute, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
- School of Dental Medicine, Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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Sasun AR, Phansopkar P, Qureshi MI. Improving Healing: The Putative Effects of Low-Level Laser Therapy for Ulcer in Parkinson's Disease. Cureus 2024; 16:e56756. [PMID: 38650813 PMCID: PMC11033697 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.56756] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2024] [Accepted: 03/23/2024] [Indexed: 04/25/2024] Open
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The progressive nature of Parkinson's disease and its associated motor and non-motor symptoms can lead to various complications when patients experience immobilization, exacerbating existing motor impairments and potentially giving rise to secondary health issues. The variability, progression, and management of tremors in PD can be challenging. Due to low bone mass density, patients with Parkinson's disease are susceptible to vitamin D deficiency. The lack of movement can worsen muscle rigidity and stiffness, leading to contractures and a decreased range of motion in joints. Additionally, immobility may contribute to cardiovascular deconditioning, orthostatic hypotension, and an increased risk of pressure ulcers due to prolonged pressure on specific areas of the body. In this case report, we hereby report a case of Parkinson's disease further complicated by sinus discharge from the ulcer. This case report describes the putative effects of low-level laser therapy on discharging sinus from the wound secondary to a diabetic ulcer in idiopathic Parkinson's disease. Achieving an ideal level of functional independence and preventing problems associated with extended immobility are essential goals of structured physical therapy postoperative care. This may assist the patient in returning to their pre-injury position more quickly. Our patient underwent several interventions for wound healing, including proprioception training, tremor management, improving dynamic trunk balance, and pain control measures. Clinical outcome measures like the Barthel Index, lower extremity functional scale, and Visual-Analog Scale were used to assess the progress of the patient. Managing these interconnected conditions requires a multi-disciplinary approach.
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- Anam R Sasun
- Department of Neuro-Physiotherapy, Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research (DMIHER), Wardha, IND
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- Department of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research (DMIHER), Wardha, IND
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- Department of Neuro-Physiotherapy, Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research (DMIHER), Wardha, IND
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Wells A, Rigby J, Castel C, Castel D. Pulsed Red and Blue Photobiomodulation for the Treatment of Thigh Contusions and Soft Tissue Injury: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Sport Rehabil 2024; 33:20-26. [PMID: 37917978 DOI: 10.1123/jsr.2022-0334] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2022] [Revised: 05/09/2023] [Accepted: 08/19/2023] [Indexed: 11/04/2023]
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CONTEXT Contusion and soft tissue injuries are common in sports. Photobiomodultion, light and laser therapy, is an effective aid to increase healing rates and improve function after various injury mechanisms. However, it is unclear how well photobiomodulation improves function after a contusion soft tissue injury. This study aimed to determine the effects of a pulsed red and blue photobiomodulation light patch on muscle function following a human thigh contusion injury. DESIGN Single-blinded randomized control trial design. METHODS We enrolled 46 healthy participants. Participants completed 5 visits on consecutive days. On the first visit, participants completed a baseline isokinetic quadriceps strength testing protocol at 60°/s and 180°/s. On the second visit, participants were struck in the rectus femoris of the anterior thigh with a tennis ball from a serving machine. Immediately following, participants were treated for 30 minutes with an active or placebo photobiomodulation patch (CareWear light patch system, CareWear Corp). Following the treatment, participants completed the same isokinetic quadriceps strength testing protocol. Participants completed the treatment and isokinetic quadriceps strength test during the following daily visits. We normalized the data by calculating the percent change from baseline. We used a mixed model analysis of covariance, with sex as a covariate, to determine the difference between treatment groups throughout the acute recovery process. RESULTS We found the active photobiomodulation treatment significantly increased over the placebo group, quadriceps peak torque during the 180°/s test (P = .030), and average power during both the 60°/s (P = .041) and 180°/s (P ≤ .001) assessments. The mean peak torque and average power of 180°/s, at day 4, exceeded the baseline levels by 8.9% and 16.8%, respectively. CONCLUSIONS The red and blue photobiomodulation light patch improved muscle strength and power during the acute healing phase of a human thigh contusion injury model.
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- Aaron Wells
- Department of Exercise Sciences, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT, USA
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- Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training, University of Utah Health, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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Goo H, Lee YJ, Lee S, Hong N. The Anti-Inflammatory Effect of Multi-Wavelength Light-Emitting Diode Irradiation Attenuates Dry Eye Symptoms in a Scopolamine-Induced Mouse Model of Dry Eye. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:17493. [PMID: 38139321 PMCID: PMC10744116 DOI: 10.3390/ijms242417493] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2023] [Revised: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 12/13/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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Dry eye disease is a common condition in patients of all ages, causing discomfort and potential visual problems. Current treatments, including artificial tears and anti-inflammatory drugs, have certain limitations, encouraging research into alternative therapies. We investigated the therapeutic potential of multi-wavelength light-emitting diode (LED) irradiation of mice with dry eye. First, we showed that multi-wavelength LED irradiation was non-toxic to human corneal epithelial cells and improved cell viability. We then used a scopolamine-induced mouse model of dry eye to assess the effects of multi-wavelength LED irradiation on various clinical parameters. This treatment increased the tear volume and reduced corneal irregularity, thus improving dry eye. Histological analysis revealed that multi-wavelength LED irradiation protected against corneal epithelial damage and the associated reduction in epithelial thickness and would thus improve the corneal health of dry eye patients. Multi-wavelength LED irradiation significantly reduced the corneal levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines IL-6, IL-1β, and TNF-α; the treatment was thus anti-inflammatory. Our results suggest that multi-wavelength LED irradiation may serve as a safe and effective treatment for dry eye, alleviating symptoms, reducing inflammation, and promoting corneal health.
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- Hyeyoon Goo
- Department of Medical Laser, Graduate School of Medicine, Dankook University, Cheonan 31116, Republic of Korea;
- Beckman Laser Institute Korea, Dankook University, Cheonan 31116, Republic of Korea;
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- Beckman Laser Institute Korea, Dankook University, Cheonan 31116, Republic of Korea;
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- MEDI-IOT Co., Ltd., Seoul 02708, Republic of Korea;
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- Beckman Laser Institute Korea, Dankook University, Cheonan 31116, Republic of Korea;
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Lopez TCC, Malavazzi TCDS, Rodrigues MFSD, Bach EE, Silva DT, Hi EMB, França CM, Bussadori SK, Mesquita-Ferrari RA, Fernandes KPS. Histological and biochemical effects of preventive and therapeutic vascular photobiomodulation on rat muscle injury. JOURNAL OF BIOPHOTONICS 2022; 15:e202100271. [PMID: 34978386 DOI: 10.1002/jbio.202100271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2021] [Revised: 11/26/2021] [Accepted: 12/24/2021] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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The intravascular or transcutaneous application of photobiomodulation (PBM) over blood vessels (vascular photobiomodulation, VPBM) has been used for the treatment of inflammatory and chronic conditions with promising systemic results. This study evaluated the VPBM effects on a model of muscle regeneration after acute injury and compared the outcomes of preventive and therapeutic VPBM. Transcutaneous VPBM was administered over the rat's main tail vein. Serum levels of creatine kinase (CK), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), and lactate were evaluated and muscles were processed for macroscopic and microscopic analysis. Preventive and therapeutic VPBM led to decreased inflammatory infiltrate, edema, and myonecrosis but with an increase in immature muscle fibers. CK, AST, and lactate levels were lower in the groups treated with VPBM (lowest concentrations in preventive VPBM application). Preventive and therapeutic VPBM were capable of exerting a positive effect on acute muscle injury repair, with more accentuated results when preventive VPBM was administered.
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- Talita Christine Camillo Lopez
- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to the Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to the Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Experimental Biochemistry Academic Nucleum (NABEX), UNILUS (Centro Universitário Lusiada), Santos, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Division of Biomaterials and Biomechanics, Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, Oregon, USA
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to the Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, UNINOVE, São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to the Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, UNINOVE, São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to the Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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Lyu K, Liu X, Jiang L, Chen Y, Lu J, Zhu B, Liu X, Li Y, Wang D, Li S. The Functions and Mechanisms of Low-Level Laser Therapy in Tendon Repair (Review). Front Physiol 2022; 13:808374. [PMID: 35242050 PMCID: PMC8886125 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2022.808374] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2021] [Accepted: 01/24/2022] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Tendon injury is a common disease of the musculoskeletal system, accounting for roughly 30%–40% of sports system disorder injuries. In recent years, its incidence is increasing. Many studies have shown that low-level laser therapy (LLLT) has a significant effect on tendon repair by firstly activating cytochrome C oxidase and thus carrying out the photon absorption process, secondly acting in all the three phases of tendon repair, and finally improving tendon recovery. The repair mechanisms of LLLT are different in the three phases of tendon repair. In the inflammatory phase, LLLT mainly activates a large number of VEGF and promotes angiogenesis under hypoxia. During the proliferation phase, LLLT increases the amount of collagen type III by promoting the proliferation of fibroblasts. Throughout the remodeling phase, LLLT mainly activates M2 macrophages and downregulates inflammatory factors, thus reducing inflammatory responses. However, it should also be noted that in the final phase of tendon repair, the use of LLLT causes excessive upregulation of some growth factors, which will lead to tendon fibrosis. In summary, we need to further investigate the functions and mechanisms of LLLT in the treatment of tendon injury and to clarify the nature of LLLT for the treatment of diverse tendon injury diseases.
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- Kexin Lyu
- Institute of Physical Education, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
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- Institute of Physical Education, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
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- Institute of Physical Education, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
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- Institute of Physical Education, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
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- Institute of Physical Education, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
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- Institute of Physical Education, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
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- Institute of Physical Education, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
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- Institute of Physical Education, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
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- Institute of Physical Education, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
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- Spinal Surgery Department, The Affiliated Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
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Photobiomodulation effect in tumoral necrosis factor-alpha(TNF-α) on the viability of random skin flap in rats. Lasers Med Sci 2022; 37:1495-1501. [PMID: 35015175 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-021-03303-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2020] [Accepted: 03/22/2021] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of red laser (660 nm) photobiomodulation (PBM) with different energies on tumor necrosis factor-alpha(TNF-α) expression for random skin flap viability in rats. Twenty-four Wistar rats were divided into three groups: sham group (SG), PBM laser group with an energy dose of 0.29 J (0.29G), and PBM laser group with an energy dose of 7.30 J (7.30G). A cranially based dorsal skin flap measuring 10 × 4 cm was raised and a plastic barrier was placed between the flap and its bed. PBM was applied in 3 timepoints: in the immediate postoperative period, in the 1st and in the 2nd postoperative days; the animals were euthanized on the 7th postoperative day. The assessments included: TNF-α expression of 3 different flap areas (proximal, medial and distal), by immunohistochemistry; percentage of skin flap necrosis area, by the paper template method. The statistical analysis was performed through the Kruskal-Wallis and Mann-Whitney tests, the level of significance adopted was 5% (p < 0.05). TNF-α expression was significantly lower for 7.30G in the proximal area, reduced for SG in the medial point, and larger for 7.30G in the distal area. The percentage of flap necrosis area was significantly reduced for 7.30G. Higher energy doses are more efficacious than lower energy doses for modulating TNF-α expression. PBM with an energy dose of 7.30 J was effective in reducing the expression of TNF-α and increase skin flap viability.
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Karoussis IK, Kyriakidou K, Psarros C, Afouxenides P, Vrotsos IA. Dosage Effects of an 810 nm Diode Laser on the Proliferation and Growth Factor Expression of Human Gingival Fibroblasts. J Lasers Med Sci 2021; 12:e25. [PMID: 34733748 DOI: 10.34172/jlms.2021.25] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2020] [Accepted: 12/12/2020] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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Introduction: A substantial amount of evidence supports the positive effect of photobiomodulation on the proliferation and differentiation of various cell types. Several laser wavelengths have been used for wound healing improvement, and their actual outcome depends on the settings utilized during irradiation. However, the heterogeneous wavelengths and laser settings applied in the existing literature make it difficult to draw solid conclusions and comparison of different studies. The aim of the present study is to evaluate and compare the effects of various doses of laser energy, provided by an 810 nm diode, on human gingival fibroblasts in terms of proliferation and expression of growth factors with a pivotal role in wound healing. Methods: Human gingival fibroblasts were cultured on plastic tissue culture and irradiated with 2, 4, 6 or 12 J/cm2. The effects of the low-level laser therapy (LLLT) using an 810 nm diode laser on growth factor expression (EGF, TGF and VEGF) were evaluated by qPCR at 72 hours and 7 days after irradiation. Cell proliferation was evaluated at 24, 48 and 72 hours after LLLT using MTT assay. Results: Energy density of 12 J/cm2 provoked irradiated gingival fibroblasts to demonstrate significantly higher proliferation as well as higher gene expression of Col1, VEGF and EGF. LLLT positive effects were obvious up to 7 days post-irradiation. Conclusion: LLLT with 810 nm presents beneficial effects on proliferation, collagen production and growth factor expression in human gingival fibroblast cells. The application of 12 J/cm2 can be suggested as the optimal energy density for the enhancement of the wound healing process.
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- Ioannis K Karoussis
- Department of Periodontology, Dental School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece
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- Department of Periodontology, Dental School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece
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- Department of Periodontology, Dental School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece
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- Department of Periodontology, Dental School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece
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- Department of Periodontology, Dental School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece
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Meibomian Gland Dysfunction: Intense Pulsed Light Therapy in Combination with Low-Level Light Therapy as Rescue Treatment. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2021; 57:medicina57060619. [PMID: 34198493 PMCID: PMC8231972 DOI: 10.3390/medicina57060619] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2021] [Revised: 05/24/2021] [Accepted: 06/02/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Background and Objectives: Evaporative dry eye disease is frequently associated with meibomian gland dysfunction. Patients are often unhappy because of daily drops, care burden, and suboptimal conventional treatments. In this study, we assessed the efficacy of a novel device, the Eye-light®, a combination of intense pulsed light therapy and low-level light therapy, as a novel treatment for meibomian gland dysfunction and dry eye disease. Materials and Methods: This was a retrospective, single-center study carried out over a 6-week period, in which 22 eyes from 11 patients were included. Each patient received four combined light therapy treatment sessions, once weekly over 4 weeks. Patients underwent a clinical examination and filled out a standardized questionnaire to evaluate symptoms one week prior to treatment, and one week after the fourth session. Results: Combined light therapy improved several ocular surface outcome measures in our patients. This study demonstrates that this adjunctive treatment significantly improves the ocular surface and quality of life of patients with dry eye disease and meibomian gland dysfunction. Conclusions: Combined light therapy may be included in meibomian gland dysfunction treatment protocols as an adjunctive rescue treatment.
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Xu QH, Li Y, Yu JH, Liao HF. Biological role of postoperative low level laser therapy in preventing hydroxyapatite orbital implantation exposure: A case report. Exp Ther Med 2021; 21:314. [PMID: 33717257 PMCID: PMC7885064 DOI: 10.3892/etm.2021.9745] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2017] [Accepted: 11/25/2019] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Conjunctival sac stenosis is the contraction of the conjunctival sac as a result of trauma or disease. The aim of the present study was to observe the clinical effects of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) combined with hydroxyapatite (HA) orbital implantation as a treatment strategy for conjunctival sac stenosis. A total of 10 patients with conjunctival sac stenosis were treated with scleral graft transplantation in conjunction with HA implantation and postoperative LLLT. In addition, a rabbit model was used to investigate the biological mechanism underlying the effects of LLLT with the aim of preventing and treating orbital implantation exposure. The right eyeball was removed, orbital implantation performed and LLLT applied to experimental groups. 99mTc-Methyl diphosphonate scanning methods were performed at different timepoints to compare the average radioactivity count of the region of interest between surgical (right) and control (left) eyes (R/L). Histopathological examination was performed 8 weeks post-surgery, followed by analysis of fiber vascularization. Following LLLT, moderate conjunctival wounds were completely healed within 2 weeks and severe stenosis wounds healed within 3 weeks. Following prosthesis implantation in the rabbit model, a significantly elevated R/L ratio was observed after 4 weeks, whereas no significant difference was observed compared with the control group at 6 and 8 weeks postoperatively. Histopathological examination revealed that all implants were fibrotic. Overall, the present study demonstrated that LLLT promoted the survival of conjunctival grafts, stimulated conjunctival incision healing and promoted early vascularization of HA implants. Clinical trial registration no: ChiCTR-DDT-12002660 (www.chictr.org/cn/).
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- Qi-Hua Xu
- The Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi 330046, P.R. China
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- The Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi 330046, P.R. China
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- The Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi 330046, P.R. China
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- The Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi 330046, P.R. China
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Effects of 830 nm Light-Emitting Diode Therapy on Delayed-Onset Muscle Soreness. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2021. [DOI: 10.1155/2021/6690572] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Objectives. Our study investigated the effects of 830 nm light-emitting diode therapy (LEDT) for postexercise delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS). Methods. In this randomized control study, healthy participants were randomized into LEDT and placebo groups. LEDT (output frequency = 10 Hz; wavelength = 830 nm; total output power = 210 mW; and dose = 315 J/cm2) was applied to six sites in the damaged quadriceps for 10 min. The placebo group received sham LEDT with no energy output. The nondominant leg was chosen for DOMS induction, using an eccentric exercise. Visual analog scale (VAS) scores for muscle soreness, pressure pain threshold (PPT), thigh circumference, joint range of motion, and muscle strength were assessed before and immediately after exercise and at 24, 48, 72, and 96 h postexercise. Results. Forty participants were divided into the LEDT group (n = 20) and the placebo group (n = 20). Compared with the placebo group, the LEDT group exhibited significant increases in PPT values at 48, 72, and 96 h postexercise (
). The joint range of motion was significantly different between the LEDT and placebo groups at 72 and 96 h postexercise (
). No significant intergroup differences were noted in thigh circumference and muscle strength (
). Conclusion. The application of 830 nm LEDT on postexercise DOMS pain exerted an analgesic effect but did not affect the muscle repair process. Future studies should elucidate the beneficial effects of 830 nm LEDT on muscle recovery or performance.
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Effects of photobiomodulation and swimming on gene expression in rats with the tibialis anterior muscle injury. Lasers Med Sci 2020; 36:1379-1387. [PMID: 33106989 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-020-03168-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2020] [Accepted: 10/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effects of photobiomodulation (low-level laser therapy (LLLT)) and aquatic exercise on the expression of genes related to muscle regeneration in rats. Wistar rats were divided into five groups: control group (n = 15), non-treated injury group (n = 15), injury+LLLT group (n = 15), injury+aquatic exercise group (n = 15), and injury+LLLT+aquatic exercise group (n = 15). Cryoinjury was performed on the belly of the tibialis anterior (TA) muscle. LLLT was performed daily with an AlGaAs laser (830 nm; beam spot of 0.0324 cm2, output power of 100 mW, energy density of 180 J/cm2, and 58-s exposure time). Animals were euthanized at 7, 14, and 21 days. The TA muscles were removed for gene expression analysis of TGF-β, Myogenin, and MyoD. The results were statistically analyzed at a significance level of 5%. The cryoinjury increased the expression of genes related to muscle regeneration-MyoD, Myogenin, and TGF-β-compared to the control group (p < 0.05); the photobiomodulation increased the expression of these genes at day 7 (p < 0.05), decreasing until day 21; and the aquatic exercise increases the expression of the three genes over time. When the two treatments were combined, the expression of the analyzed genes also increased over time. In summary, the results of our study suggest that photobiomodulation (LLLT), when applied alone in cryoinjury, is able to increase the gene expression of MyoD, Myogenin, and TGF-β at the acute phase, while when combined with aquatic exercises, there is an increase in expression of these genes specially at the long-term treatment.
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Martinelli A, Andreo L, Alves AN, Terena SML, Santos TC, Bussadori SK, Fernandes KPS, Mesquita-Ferrari RA. Photobiomodulation modulates the expression of inflammatory cytokines during the compensatory hypertrophy process in skeletal muscle. Lasers Med Sci 2020; 36:791-802. [PMID: 32638240 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-020-03095-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2019] [Accepted: 07/01/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Compensatory hypertrophy (CH) occurs due to excessive mechanical load on a muscle, promoting an increase in the size of muscle fibers. In clinical practice, situations such as partial nerve injuries, denervation, and muscle imbalance caused by trauma to muscles and nerves or diseases that promote the loss of nerve conduction can induce CH in muscle fibers. Photobiomodulation (PBM) has demonstrated beneficial effects on muscle tissue during CH. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effect of PBM on the inflammatory cytokines interleukin-6 (IL-6) and tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α) as well as type 2 metalloproteinases (MMP-2) during the process of CH due to excessive load on the plantaris muscle in rats. Forty-five Wistar rats weighing 250 g were divided into three groups: control group (n = 10), hypertrophy (H) group (n = 40), and H + PBM group (n = 40). CH was induced through the ablation of synergist muscles of the plantaris muscle. The tendons of the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles were isolated and sectioned to enable the partial removal of each of muscle. The preserved plantaris muscle below the removed muscles was submitted to excessive functional load. PBM was performed with low-level laser (AsGaAl, λ = 780 nm; 40 mW; energy density: 10 J/cm2; 10 s on each point, 8 points; 3.2 J). Animals from each group were euthanized after 7 and 14 days. The plantaris muscles were carefully removed and sent for analysis of the gene and protein expression of IL-6 and TNF-α using qPCR and ELISA, respectively. MMP-2 activity was analyzed using zymography. The results were submitted to statistical analysis (ANOVA + Tukey's test, p < 0.05). The protein expression analysis revealed an increase in IL-6 levels in the H + PBM group compared to the H group and a reduction in the H group compared to the control group. A reduction in TNF-α was found in the H and H + PBM groups compared to the control group at 7 days. The gene expression analysis revealed an increase in IL-6 in the H + PBM group compared to the H group at 14 days as well as an increase in TNF-α in the H + PBM group compared to the H group at 7 days. Increases in MMP-2 were found in the H and H + PBM groups compared to the control group at both 7 and 14 days. Based on findings in the present study, it is concluded that PBM was able to modulate pro-inflammatory cytokines that are essential for the compensatory hypertrophy process. However, it has not shown a modulation effect directly in MMP-2 activity during the same period evaluated.
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- A Martinelli
- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 349, São Paulo, SP, 01504001, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 349, São Paulo, SP, 01504001, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 349, São Paulo, SP, 01504001, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 349, São Paulo, SP, 01504001, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 349, São Paulo, SP, 01504001, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 349, São Paulo, SP, 01504001, Brazil.,Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 349, São Paulo, SP, 01504001, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 349, São Paulo, SP, 01504001, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 349, São Paulo, SP, 01504001, Brazil. .,Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 349, São Paulo, SP, 01504001, Brazil.
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Tam M, Arany PR, Robijns J, Vasconcelos R, Corby P, Hu K. Photobiomodulation Therapy to Mitigate Radiation Fibrosis Syndrome. PHOTOBIOMODULATION PHOTOMEDICINE AND LASER SURGERY 2020; 38:355-363. [PMID: 32460618 DOI: 10.1089/photob.2019.4766] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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Objective: We evaluated the role of photobiomodulation (PBM) in radiation fibrosis syndrome (RFS). Background: Radiation therapy (RT) is an important treatment utilized in over half of newly diagnosed cancers. Despite its benefits, patients treated with RT may experience acute and chronic significant side effects depending on both treatment- and patient-related factors. RFS is an important long-term side effect of RT, which can adversely impact patient's quality of life and organ function. With improved oncologic outcomes and survival for cancer patients after radiation, there is an unmet need to address long-term side effects of RT, particularly RFS. Results: Photobiomodulation (PBM) using low energy, nonionizing light primarily in the visible (especially red) or near-infrared spectrum has been demonstrated to decrease acute side effects of radiation in rigorously conducted phase III randomized studies; however, its potential benefit in ameliorating chronic radiation side effects, particularly RFS remains to be investigated. Conclusions: This review summarizes the in vitro data, preclinical animal studies and clinical reports, which showcase the potential benefits of PBM treatments in preventing and reversing RFS.
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- Moses Tam
- Department of Radiation Oncology, School of Medicine, New York University, New York, New York, USA.,Department of Radiation Oncology, New York University Perlmutter Cancer Center, New York, New York, USA
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- Department of Oral Biology, School of Dental Medicine, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York, USA.,Department of Biomedical Engineering, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York, USA
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- Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences, Hasselt University, Hasselt, Belgium
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, School of Medicine, New York University, New York, New York, USA.,Department of Radiation Oncology, New York University Perlmutter Cancer Center, New York, New York, USA
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- Associate Dean for Translational Research, University of Pennsylvania of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, School of Medicine, New York University, New York, New York, USA.,Department of Radiation Oncology, New York University Perlmutter Cancer Center, New York, New York, USA
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Camacho MA, Herrera E, Barela JA, Delgado-Diaz DC. Kinesiotaping Diminishes Delayed Muscle Soreness but does not Improve Muscular Performance. Int J Sports Med 2020; 41:596-602. [PMID: 32396966 DOI: 10.1055/a-1088-5223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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This study aimed at determining the effect of kinesio-taping (KT) on muscle performance and delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) after exercise induced muscle damaged. Sixty-six healthy men volunteered to participate (age:18-25 y/o), who performed 200 isokinetic lengthening contractions of the dominant quadriceps. Then subjects were randomized to either control (no treatment), sham (no tape tension), or KT (10% tape tension) groups. Muscle performance was assessed by peak torque and muscular work during maximal isometric and concentric isokinetic contractions. DOMS intensity was assessed using a visual analog scale. Measurements were taken pre-exercise (Pre), 48 h and 96 h post-exercise. Repeated measures ANOVA was used for comparisons within group, and ANCOVA for comparisons among groups. Muscle damage was confirmed in all participants by an increase in CK activity level (p<0.01). Decrease in isometric and isokinetic peak torque was detected at 48 h in the control and sham groups (p<0.01). Muscular work decreased in all groups at 48 h (p<0.01). No differences between groups were detected in muscular performance variables. Increase in DOMS intensity was determined in all groups at 48 h. Comparisons between groups showed lower DOMS intensity in the KT group at 48 h. KT decreased DOMS intensity perception after exercise-induced muscle damage; however, it did not impact muscular performance.
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- Physical Therapy School, Universidad Industrial de Santander, Bucaramanga, Colombia
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- Instituto de Biociências, Universidade Estadual Paulista Julio de Mesquita Filho, Instituto de Biociência Campus de Rio Claro, Rio Claro, Brazil
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Katagiri W, Lee G, Tanushi A, Tsukada K, Choi HS, Kashiwagi S. High-throughput single-cell live imaging of photobiomodulation with multispectral near-infrared lasers in cultured T cells. JOURNAL OF BIOMEDICAL OPTICS 2020; 25:1-18. [PMID: 32193907 PMCID: PMC7081057 DOI: 10.1117/1.jbo.25.3.036003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2019] [Accepted: 02/18/2020] [Indexed: 05/11/2023]
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SIGNIFICANCE Photobiomodulation is a well-established therapeutic modality. However, the mechanism of action is poorly understood, due to lack of research in the causal relationship between the near-infrared (NIR) light irradiation and its specific biological effects, hindering broader applications of this technology. AIM Since biological chromophores typically show several absorption peaks, we determined whether specific effects of photobiomodulation are induced with a combination of two wavelengths at a certain range of irradiance only, rather than a single wavelength of NIR light. APPROACH In order to analyze a wide array of combinations of multispectral NIR light at various irradiances efficiently, we developed a new optical platform equipped with two distinct wavelengths of NIR lasers by high-throughput multiple dosing for single-cell live imaging. Two wavelengths of 1064 and 1270 nm were selected based on their photobiomodulatory effects reported in the literature. RESULTS A specific combination of wavelengths at low irradiances (250 to 400 mW / cm2 for 1064 nm and 55 to 65 mW / cm2 for 1270 nm) modulates mitochondrial retrograde signaling, including intracellular calcium and reactive oxygen species in T cells. The time-dependent density functional theory computation of binding of nitric oxide (NO) to cytochrome c oxidase indicates that the illumination with NIR light could result in the NO release, which might be involved in these changes. CONCLUSIONS This optical platform is a powerful tool to study causal relationship between a specific parameter of NIR light and its biological effects. Such a platform is useful for a further mechanistic study on not only photobiomodulation but also other modalities in photomedicine.
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- Wataru Katagiri
- Massachusetts General Hospital, Gordon Center for Medical Imaging, Department of Radiology, Charlestown, Massachusetts, United States
- Keio University, Graduate School of Science and Technology, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Korea University, KU-KIST Graduate School of Converging Science and Technology, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Department of Chemistry, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
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- Keio University, Graduate School of Science and Technology, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Massachusetts General Hospital, Gordon Center for Medical Imaging, Department of Radiology, Charlestown, Massachusetts, United States
- Address all correspondence to Satoshi Kashiwagi, E-mail: ; Hak Soo Choi, E-mail:
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- Massachusetts General Hospital, Gordon Center for Medical Imaging, Department of Radiology, Charlestown, Massachusetts, United States
- Address all correspondence to Satoshi Kashiwagi, E-mail: ; Hak Soo Choi, E-mail:
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da Silva EM, Mesquita-Ferrari RA, Rodrigues MFSD, Magalhães EMR, Bussadori SK, De Brito A, Messias FDM, Souza NHC, Alves AN, Fernandes KPS. The Effects of Photobiomodulation on Inflammatory Infiltrate During Muscle Repair in Advanced-Age Rats. J Gerontol A Biol Sci Med Sci 2020; 75:437-441. [PMID: 30891589 DOI: 10.1093/gerona/glz076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2018] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Photobiomodulation (PBM) enhances muscle repair in aged animals, but its effect on the modulation of the phenotype of immune cells has not yet been determined. Rats (20-month-old) were submitted to cryoinjury of the tibialis anterior muscle and were treated with PBM. After 1, 3, and 7 days, the muscles were submitted to immunohistochemical analysis for the determination of neutrophils and macrophage phenotypes. The muscles treated with PBM exhibited a smaller number of neutrophils after 1 day of treatment and a greater number of both M1 and M2 macrophages after 3 days of treatment. The irradiated tissues exhibited a smaller amount of both macrophage phenotypes after 7 days of treatment. PBM produced temporal alterations in the phenotype of the inflammatory cells during muscle repair process in advanced-age animals, indicating that these mechanisms may contribute to the beneficial effects of this therapy in the treatment of muscle injuries.
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- Evaldo Moreira da Silva
- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, Sao Paulo, Brazil.,Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, Sao Paulo, Brazil.,Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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Oliveira BMD, Moschini GADL, Dias RDJD, Tenorio PR, Pacagnelli FL, Freitas CEAD. Evaluation by fractal dimension of muscle regeneration after photobiomodulation. FISIOTERAPIA EM MOVIMENTO 2020. [DOI: 10.1590/1980-5918.033.ao39] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Abstract Introduction: Many treatment modalities are used for muscle tissue recovery. Photobiomodulation is a modality that can be employed to improve the quality of tissue repair. The use of fractal dimension (FD) is an innovative methodology in the quantitative evaluation of treatment efficacy. Objective: Use FD as a quantitative analysis method to evaluate the effect of photobiomodulation of 904 nanometers (nm) in the initial phase of the muscle regeneration process. Method: Thirty male Wistar rats were divided into three groups: Control Group (CG), Injured and Untreated Group (IUT), and Injured and Treated Group (IT). Muscle injury was induced by cryoinjury in the central region of the anterior tibial (AT) belly of the left posterior limb. This was performed by an iron rod that was previously immersed in liquid nitrogen. Applications started 24 hours after the injury and occurred daily for five days. They were performed at two points in the lesion area. The rats were euthanized on the seventh day. The AT muscles were removed and frozen in liquid nitrogen. Then, the histological sections were stained using the Hematoxylin-Eosin (HE) technique and submitted to FD analysis performed by the box-counting method using ImageJ software. The Kolmogorov-Smirnov test was used for data normality, and the Kruskall-Wallis test and Dunn's post-test were used for group comparison (p<0.05%). Results: Differences between IT and IUT groups were statistically significant, and it was possible to observe the reduction of fractability with p=0.0034. Conclusion: FD is a useful tool for the analysis of skeletal muscle disorganization in the initial phase of regeneration and confirms the potentially beneficial effects of photobiomodulation to this process.
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Razzaghi M, Rostami-Nejad M, Rezaei-Taviran M, Zamanian Azodi M, Okhovatian F, Mansouri V, Ahmadi N. Muscle Recovery Is Highlighted by IR Laser Therapy. J Lasers Med Sci 2019; 10:S49-S53. [PMID: 32021673 DOI: 10.15171/jlms.2019.s9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Introduction: In sports medicine, laser application has been well-established for the recovery of muscles. The mechanisms by which benefits of this kind of therapy can be studied is molecular research approach. Protein-protein interaction network analysis as one of the important complementary studies of proteomics can accelerate this goal by the identification of novel contributing markers. Methods: By the use of Cytoscape V3.7.1 and its applications, a network of differential expressed proteins (DEPs) from IR laser treatment samples were constructed and analyzed. Six hub-bottlenecks were determined, 4 of which were from differentially expressed proteins. Results: ClueGO discovered 4 biological processes related to these hub-bottlenecks that their function could alter due to IR laser therapy. Conclusion: In fact, by the expression changes of hub-bottlenecks including the up-regulation of HSP90s, one of the prominent biological processes in muscle recovery could be activated. This process is called nitric oxide synthase (NOS) activation that could be proposed as one of the underlying mechanisms of IR laser treatments in muscle recovery.
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- Mohammadreza Razzaghi
- Laser Application in Medical Sciences Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases Research Center, Research Institute for Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Proteomics Research Center, Faculty of Paramedical Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Proteomics Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Physiotherapy Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Proteomics Research Center, Faculty of Paramedical Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Proteomics Research Center, Faculty of Paramedical Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Macedo AB, Mizobuti DS, Hermes TDA, Mâncio RD, Pertille A, Kido LA, Cagnon VHA, Minatel E. Photobiomodulation Therapy for Attenuating the Dystrophic Phenotype of Mdx Mice. Photochem Photobiol 2019; 96:200-207. [PMID: 31733143 DOI: 10.1111/php.13179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2019] [Accepted: 10/17/2019] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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This study analyzed photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) effects on regenerative, antioxidative, anti-inflammatory and angiogenic markers in the dystrophic skeletal muscle of mdx mice, the experimental model of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), during the acute phase of dystrophy disease. The following groups were set up: Ctrl (control group of normal wild-type mice; C57BL/10); mdx (untreated mdx mice); mdxPred (mdx mice treated with prednisolone) and mdxLA (mdx mice treated with PBMT). The PBMT was carried out using an Aluminum Gallium Arsenide (AIGaAs; IBRAMED® laserpulse) diode, 830 nm wavelength, applied on the dystrophic quadriceps muscle. The mdxLA group showed a degenerative and regenerative area reduction simultaneously with a MyoD level increase, ROS production and inflammatory marker reduction and up-regulation in the VEGF factor. In addition, PBMT presented similar effects to prednisolone treatment in most of the parameters analyzed. In conclusion, our results indicate that PBMT in the parameters selected attenuated the dystrophic phenotype of mdx mice, improving skeletal muscle regeneration; reducing the oxidative stress and inflammatory process; and up-regulating the angiogenic marker.
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- Aline Barbosa Macedo
- Departamento de Biologia Estrutural e Funcional, Instituto de Biologia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biologia Estrutural e Funcional, Instituto de Biologia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biologia Estrutural e Funcional, Instituto de Biologia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biologia Estrutural e Funcional, Instituto de Biologia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Science of Human Movement, Universidade Metodista de Piracicaba (UNIMEP), Piracicaba, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biologia Estrutural e Funcional, Instituto de Biologia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biologia Estrutural e Funcional, Instituto de Biologia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biologia Estrutural e Funcional, Instituto de Biologia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, SP, Brazil
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Astuti SD, Victory VS, Mahmud AF, Putra AP, Winarni D. The effects of laser diode treatment on liver dysfunction of Mus musculus due to carbofuran exposure: An in vivo study. J Adv Vet Anim Res 2019; 6:499-505. [PMID: 31819878 PMCID: PMC6882707 DOI: 10.5455/javar.2019.f374] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2019] [Revised: 09/25/2019] [Accepted: 09/25/2019] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
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Objective: The aim of this study is to determine the effect of laser diode as an alternative treatment on liver dysfunction (in vivo study) that is caused by carbofuran using male mice (Mus musculus) strain Balb/C. Materials and Methods: The samples were divided into three groups, namely, Group C–L– (control group, no treatment), Group C+L– (only treated by carbofuran treatment), and Group C+L+ (treatment group, treated by carbofuran and laser-puncture) with five replications each. After being treated, each liver slice of samples was observed using microscope to get the histology result and then scored. Results: Carbofuran contamination can lead to inflammation of cells and necrosis. The histology results and the scoring test showed that the liver cells repair with the energy dose of laser diode at 0.5 and 1.0 Joule. Conclusion: The optimum energy dose in this study was 1.0 Joule which had the closest score of inflammatory cells and necrosis to normal liver cells.
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- Suryani Dyah Astuti
- Department of Physics, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java 60115, Indonesia
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- Department of Physics, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java 60115, Indonesia
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- Biomedical Engineering Study Program, Department of Physics, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java 60115, Indonesia
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- Biomedical Engineering Study Program, Department of Physics, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java 60115, Indonesia
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java, 60115, Indonesia
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de Brito Sousa K, Rodrigues MFSD, de Souza Santos D, Mesquita-Ferrari RA, Nunes FD, de Fátima Teixeira da Silva D, Bussadori SK, Fernandes KPS. Differential expression of inflammatory and anti-inflammatory mediators by M1 and M2 macrophages after photobiomodulation with red or infrared lasers. Lasers Med Sci 2019; 35:337-343. [DOI: 10.1007/s10103-019-02817-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2019] [Accepted: 05/23/2019] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Effects of Laser Acupuncture on Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness of the Biceps Brachii Muscle: A Randomized Controlled Trial. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2019; 2019:6568976. [PMID: 30755776 PMCID: PMC6348906 DOI: 10.1155/2019/6568976] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2018] [Revised: 11/22/2018] [Accepted: 12/19/2018] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Objectives The aim of this study was to explore the effects of laser acupuncture on improvement of recovery and muscle performance in delayed muscle soreness (DOMS) when applied before exercise. Methods This randomized, blinded, and controlled study included healthy participants (n = 40) who were randomized into laser acupuncture and placebo groups. Laser acupuncture was applied to the Tianquan (PC2) and Chihtseh acupoints (LU5) at a dose of 36 J and energy density of 9.7 J/cm2 before inducing DOMS. The placebo group received sham laser acupuncture with no laser output. Visual analog scale (VAS), proprioception, pressure pain threshold (PPT), arm circumference, and muscle strength were observed at the baseline and 24, 48, 72, and 96 h after induction of DOMS. Results Significant changes in the VAS (F4, 43.96 = 31.47; p = 0.001), PPT (F4, 1.35 = 35.07; p = 0.001), normalized arm circumference (F4, 0.001 = 3.87; p = 0.005), and normalized muscle strength (F4, 0.31 = 24.99; p = 0.001) were observed within the groups over time (p < 0.05), but there were no significant differences between the two groups (p > 0.05). Normalized arm circumference was significantly different between the two groups at 48 and 72 h after induction of DOMS (p < 0.05). Conclusion Photobiomodulation therapy on Tianquan (PC2) and Chihtseh acupoints (LU5) before the exercise did not significantly decrease DOMS and increase muscle performance. Laser acupuncture as a supplemental therapy seemed to have no effect on DOMS prevention.
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Goulart CP, Otto G, Lima N, Neves M, Guimarães ATB, Bertolini GRF. Efeitos adversos da eletrotermofototerapia em clínicas da cidade de Cascavel - PR. FISIOTERAPIA E PESQUISA 2018. [DOI: 10.1590/1809-2950/17001725042018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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RESUMO Esta pesquisa teve como objetivo identificar os principais efeitos adversos observados por fisioterapeutas com o uso de aparelhos de eletrotermofototerapia em clínicas da cidade de Cascavel, Paraná. A amostra contou com 35 clínicas e destas, 25 foram alvo de coleta após triagem, cujos dados foram obtidos por questionários em forma de entrevista semiestruturada. Nestes se questionava aos responsáveis pelo serviço de eletrotermofototerapia sobre a ocorrência de efeitos adversos experienciados durante atividades laborais na clínica. Observou-se que a Neuroestimulação Elétrica Transcutânea (TENS) apresentou problemas em 64% dos casos, com 36% devido a irritações cutâneas e 28% a dor. O aparelho de ondas curtas apresentou efeitos adversos em 60%, em que 40% foram queixas de dor e 20% causaram queimaduras leves. Já acerca do ultrassom terapêutico foram relatados efeitos adversos em 52%, sendo 32% de quadros de dor e 20% de casos com náuseas. A laserterapia de baixa potência demonstrou efeito adverso em 36%, com relatos de aumento da sensibilidade local. Por fim, os aparelhos de média frequência apresentaram efeitos adversos em apenas 20% dos casos, de queixas de náuseas. A quantidade de tais efeitos encontrados foi importante, porém sua gravidade não causou grande preocupação.
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- Universidade Estadual do Oeste do Paraná, Brazil
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Souza NHC, Mesquita-Ferrari RA, Rodrigues MFSD, da Silva DFT, Ribeiro BG, Alves AN, Garcia MP, Nunes FD, da Silva Junior EM, França CM, Bussadori SK, Fernandes KPS. Photobiomodulation and different macrophages phenotypes during muscle tissue repair. J Cell Mol Med 2018; 22:4922-4934. [PMID: 30024093 PMCID: PMC6156453 DOI: 10.1111/jcmm.13757] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2018] [Accepted: 06/09/2018] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Macrophages play a very important role in the conduction of several regenerative processes mainly due to their plasticity and multiple functions. In the muscle repair process, while M1 macrophages regulate the inflammatory and proliferative phases, M2 (anti‐inflammatory) macrophages direct the differentiation and remodelling phases, leading to tissue regeneration. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of red and near infrared (NIR) photobiomodulation (PBM) on macrophage phenotypes and correlate these findings with the repair process following acute muscle injury. Wistar rats were divided into 4 groups: control; muscle injury; muscle injury + red PBM; and muscle injury + NIR PBM. After 2, 4 and 7 days, the tibialis anterior muscle was processed for analysis. Macrophages phenotypic profile was evaluated by immunohistochemistry and correlated with the different stages of the skeletal muscle repair by the qualitative and quantitative morphological analysis as well as by the evaluation of IL‐6,TNF‐α and TGF‐β mRNA expression. Photobiomodulation at both wavelengths was able to decrease the number of CD68+ (M1) macrophages 2 days after muscle injury and increase the number of CD163+ (M2) macrophages 7 days after injury. However, only NIR treatment was able to increase the number of CD206+ M2 macrophages (Day 2) and TGF‐β mRNA expression (Day 2, 4 and 7), favouring the repair process more expressivelly. Treatment with PBM was able to modulate the inflammation phase, optimize the transition from the inflammatory to the regeneration phase (mainly with NIR light) and improve the final step of regeneration, enhancing tissue repair.
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- Nadhia H C Souza
- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilition Sciences, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilition Sciences, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), São Paulo, Brazil.,Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilition Sciences, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilition Sciences, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), São Paulo, Brazil.,Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Departament of Oral Pathology, School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo (FOUSP), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilition Sciences, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), São Paulo, Brazil.,Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE), São Paulo, Brazil
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de Sousa MVP, Kawakubo M, Ferraresi C, Kaippert B, Yoshimura EM, Hamblin MR. Pain management using photobiomodulation: Mechanisms, location, and repeatability quantified by pain threshold and neural biomarkers in mice. JOURNAL OF BIOPHOTONICS 2018; 11:e201700370. [PMID: 29484823 PMCID: PMC6037550 DOI: 10.1002/jbio.201700370] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2017] [Accepted: 02/23/2018] [Indexed: 05/02/2023]
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Photobiomodulation (PBM) is a simple, efficient and cost-effective treatment for both acute and chronic pain. We previously showed that PBM applied to the mouse head inhibited nociception in the foot. Nevertheless, the optimum parameters, location for irradiation, duration of the effect and the mechanisms of action remain unclear. In the present study, the pain threshold in the right hind paw of mice was studied, after PBM (810 nm CW laser, spot size 1 or 6 cm2 , 1.2-36 J/cm2 ) applied to various anatomical locations. The pain threshold, measured with von Frey filaments, was increased more than 3-fold by PBM to the lower back (dorsal root ganglion, DRG), as well as to other neural structures along the pathway such as the head, neck and ipsilateral (right) paw. On the other hand, application of PBM to the contralateral (left) paw, abdomen and tail had no effect. The optimal effect occurred 2 to 3 hours post-PBM and disappeared by 24 hours. Seven daily irradiations showed no development of tolerance. Type 1 metabotropic glutamate receptors decreased, and prostatic acid phosphatase and tubulin-positive varicosities were increased as shown by immunofluorescence of DRG samples. These findings elucidate the mechanisms of PBM for pain and provide insights for clinical practice.
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- Marcelo Victor Pires de Sousa
- Wellman Center for Photomedicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston MA02114, USA
- Bright Photomedicine Ltd, Lineu Prestes St 2242, São Paulo, Brazil
- Laboratory of Radiation Dosimetry and Medical Physics, Institute of Physics, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
- Correspondence to ; Bright Photomedicine Ltd, Lineu Prestes St 2242, CIETEC, São Paulo, Brazil. Zip Code: 05508-000. Phone: +55 11 957008558. OR ; Wellman Center for Photomedicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, BAR414, 40 Blossom Street, Boston, MA 02114, USA. Phone: +1 617 726 6182
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- Wellman Center for Photomedicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston MA02114, USA
- Harvard Medical School, Department of Dermatology, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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- Wellman Center for Photomedicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston MA02114, USA
- Post-Graduation Program in Biotechnology, Federal University of São Carlos, São Paulo, Brazil
- Post-Graduation in Physical Therapy in Functional Health, Physical Therapy Department, Universidade do Sagrado Coração, Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil
- Post-Graduation Program in Biomedical Engineering, Universidade Brasil, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Wellman Center for Photomedicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston MA02114, USA
- Pharmacy School, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Clinical Research Platform, Vice-Presidency of Research and Biological Collections, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Radiation Dosimetry and Medical Physics, Institute of Physics, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Wellman Center for Photomedicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston MA02114, USA
- Harvard Medical School, Department of Dermatology, Boston, MA 02115, USA
- Harvard-MIT Division of Health Sciences and Technology, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA
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Photobiomodulation mechanisms in the kinetics of the wound healing process in rats. JOURNAL OF PHOTOCHEMISTRY AND PHOTOBIOLOGY B-BIOLOGY 2018; 183:22-29. [PMID: 29684717 DOI: 10.1016/j.jphotobiol.2018.04.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2018] [Revised: 03/19/2018] [Accepted: 04/06/2018] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The healing process of cutaneous lesions is considered a complex event divided into distinct and overlapping phases, which responds satisfactorily to photobiomodulation (PBM). PBM is indicated as a therapeutic resource capable of assisting tissue repair. The present study aimed to analyze the kinetics of cutaneous wounds healing process after application of the GaAlAs laser for treating wounds on the dorsum of rats. MATERIALS AND METHODS This study was approved by the Animal Ethics Committee of UFSCar. The animals were divided into 2 groups (n = 10); control group (CG) used 0.9% saline solution and the laser group (LG) used GaAlAs, 670 nm continuous pulse, 30 mW power, 14.28 J/cm2 energy density, irradiating 1 point per wound for 30s, totaling 15 consecutive days of treatment. Samples were collected on the 4th, 11th and 16th days for histological analysis of HE, Picrosirius-Red, immunohistochemistry (Collagen1, TNF-α, VEGF). Statistical analyzes used the one-way ANOVA test for intra and inter group evaluations, and the Tukey post-test. Level of significance was set at p < 0.05. RESULTS The histopathological analysis (HE) showed a statistically significant difference for lower values of inflammatory infiltrate in LG versus CG on the 16th day; and for the increase of collagen in the 11th and 16th days of treatment. There was a statistically significant difference in the increase of VEGF on the 11th day for LG; decrease of TNF-α on the 4th and 11th day for LG, and increase of collagen type 1 on the 4th and 16th days for LG. The birefringence analysis of the percentage of collagen fibers presented on the 11th day of treatment revealed a greater quantity and significant statistical difference. Collagen fibers showed improved organization and arrangement on the 11th day for LG. CONCLUSION Our results show that PBM is effective in helping the kinetics of the cutaneous wound healing process in rats and promotes the necessary stimuli for the satisfactory evolution of healing process, ultimately leading to structurally desirable tissue.
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Terena SML, Fernandes KPS, Bussadori SK, Brugnera Junior A, de Fátima Teixeira da Silva D, Magalhães EMR, Ferrari RAM. Infrared Laser Improves Collagen Organization in Muscle and Tendon Tissue During the Process of Compensatory Overload. Photomed Laser Surg 2018; 36:130-136. [PMID: 29466099 DOI: 10.1089/pho.2017.4302] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The photobiomodulation using the low-level laser therapy (LLLT) exerts a positive modulating effect on the synthesis of collagen in skeletal muscles and tendons. However, few studies have addressed this effect during the compensatory overload. OBJECTIVE Evaluate the effect of infrared laser on the deposition and organization of collagen fibers in muscle and tendon tissue during compensatory overload of the plantar muscle in rats. MATERIALS AND METHODS Wistar rats were submitted to bilateral ablation of the synergist muscles of the hind paws and divided in groups: Control, Hypertrophy, and Hypertrophy (H)+LLLT (780 nm, 40 mW, 9.6 J/cm2 and 10 s/point, 8 points, total energy 3.2 J, daily), evaluated at 7 and 14 days. Muscle cuts were stained with Picrosirius-Red and hematoxylin-eosin and tendon cuts were submitted to birefringence for determination of collagen distribution and organization. RESULTS After 7 days an increase was observed in the area between beam muscles in H+LLLT (25.45% ± 2.56) in comparison to H (20.3% ± 3.31), in mature fibers and fibrilis in H+LLLT (29346.88 μm2 ± 2182.56; 47602.8 μm2 ± 2201.86 respectively) in comparison to H (26656.5 μm2 ± 1880.46; 45630.34 μm2 ± 2805.82 respectively) and in the collagen area in H+LLLT (2.25% ± 0.19) in comparison to H (2.0% ± 0.15). However, after 14 days a reduction was observed in the area between beam muscles in H+LLLT (13.88% ± 2.54) in comparison to H (19.1% ± 2.61), in fibrils and mature fibers in H+LLLT (17174.1 μm2 ± 2563.82; 32634.04 μm2 ± 1689.38 respectively) in comparison to H (55249.86 μm2 ± 1992.65; 44318.36 μm2 ± 1759.57) and in the collagen area in H+LLLT (1.76% ± 0.16) in comparison to H (2.09 ± 0.27). A greater organization of collagen fibers in the tendon was observed after 7 and 14 days in H+LLLT groups. CONCLUSIONS Infrared laser irradiation induces an improvement in collagen organization in tendons and a reduction in the total area of collagen in muscles during compensatory atrophy following the ablation of synergist muscles.
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- Stella Maris Lins Terena
- 1 Posgraduate Program, Department of Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho-UNINOVE , São Paulo, Brazil
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- 1 Posgraduate Program, Department of Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho-UNINOVE , São Paulo, Brazil
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- 2 Posgraduate Program, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho-UNINOVE , São Paulo, Brazil
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- 3 Biomedical Engineer Research Center, CEB, Universidade Camilo Castelo Branco , São Paulo, Brazil
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- 2 Posgraduate Program, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho-UNINOVE , São Paulo, Brazil
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- 1 Posgraduate Program, Department of Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho-UNINOVE , São Paulo, Brazil
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- 2 Posgraduate Program, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho-UNINOVE , São Paulo, Brazil
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De Lima Rodrigues D, Alves AN, Guimarães BR, de Alcântara Araujo Amorim WW, Bussadori SK, Fernandes KPS, Mesquita-Ferrari RA. Effect of prior application with and without post-injury treatment with low-level laser on the modulation of key proteins in the muscle repair process. Lasers Med Sci 2018; 33:1207-1213. [PMID: 29450762 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-018-2456-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2017] [Accepted: 01/25/2018] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effects of LLLT prior to muscle injury with and without post-injury irradiation on the expression of isoforms of myosin heavy chain (MyHC), calcineurin (CaN), and myostatin during the repair process. Wistar rats were divided into five groups: control (n = 7); injury (n = 21); LLLT + injury (n = 21); injury + LLLT (n = 21), and LLLT + injury + LLLT (n = 21). Cryoinjury was performed on the tibialis anterior (TA) muscle. The injured groups were euthanized at 3, 7, and 14 days after injury. LLLT was performed using an infrared laser (780 nm) with the following parameters: 10 J/cm2, 40 mW, 10 s per point, 8 points, and 3.2 J of total energy. At the end of each period, the TA muscle was removed for the analysis of MyHC, CaN, and myostatin gene expression using real-time PCR. The data were tested statistically by Kruskal-Wallis with Dunn's post hoc test (p < 0.05). The results demonstrated that prior irradiation reduced the mRNA expression of all proteins at 3 days. Post irradiation reduced the mRNA expression of MyHC-1, MyHC-2a, MyHC-2b, and CaN at 7 days. Prior irradiation combined with post-injury irradiation reduced the mRNA expression of MyHC-2x and CaN at 14 days and increased the mRNA expression of myostatin in the same period. In conclusion, different protocols of photobiomodulation can modulate the expression of the different isoforms of MyHC, CaN, and myostatin during the repair process. It is noteworthy that the combination of the prior and post-injury irradiation was the protocol that most promoted changes in the final phase of the repair process.
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- Danielle De Lima Rodrigues
- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho - UNINOVE, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho - UNINOVE, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho - UNINOVE, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho - UNINOVE, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.,Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho - UNINOVE, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho - UNINOVE, São Paulo, SP, Brazil. .,Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho - UNINOVE, São Paulo, SP, Brazil. .,Departamento de Pós Graduação, Mestrado e Doutorado em Ciências da Reabilitação, Universidade Nove de Julho - UNINOVE, Rua Vergueiro, 235/249, Liberdade, São Paulo, SP, 01504-001, Brazil.
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Andreo L, Mesquita-Ferrari RA, Ribeiro BG, Benitte A, de Fátima Nogueira T, França CM, Silva DDFTD, Bussadori SK, Fernandes KPS, Corrêa FI, Corrêa JCF. Effects of myogenic precursor cells (C2C12) transplantation and low-level laser therapy on muscle repair. Lasers Surg Med 2018; 50:781-791. [PMID: 29399847 DOI: 10.1002/lsm.22798] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/13/2018] [Indexed: 02/28/2024]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effects of myoblast inoculation in combination with photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) on skeletal muscle tissue following injury. MATERIALS AND METHODS Sixty-five Wistar rats were divided into five groups: Control-animals not submitted to any procedure; Injury-cryoinjury of the tibialis anterior muscle; HBSS-animals submitted to cryoinjury and intramuscular Hank's Balanced Salt Solution; Injury + Cells-animals submitted to cryoinjury, followed by myogenic precursor cells (C2C12) transplantation; Injury + Cells + LLLT-animals submitted to cryoinjury, followed by myogenic precursor cells (C2C12) transplantation and PBMT (780 nm, 40 mW, 3.2 J in 8 points). The periods analyzed were 1, 3, and 7 days. The tibialis anterior muscle was harvest for histological analysis, collagen analysis, and immunolabeling of macrophages. RESULTS No differences were found between the HBSS group and injury group. The Injury + Cells group exhibited an increase of inflammatory cells and immature fibers as well as a decrease in the number of macrophages on Day 1. The Injury + Cells + LLLT group exhibited a decrease in myonecrosis and inflammatory infiltrate at 7 days, but an increase in inflammatory infiltrate at 1 and 3 days as well as an increase in blood vessels at 3 and 7 days, an increase in macrophages at 3 days and better collagen organization at 7 days. CONCLUSION Cell transplantation combined with PBMT led to an increase in the number of blood vessels, a reduction in myonecrosis and total inflammatory cells as well as better organization of collagen fibers during the skeletal muscle repair process. Lasers Surg. Med. © 2018 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
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- Lucas Andreo
- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, UNINOVE, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, UNINOVE, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, UNINOVE, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, UNINOVE, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, UNINOVE, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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Santos CP, Aguiar AF, Giometti IC, Mariano TB, de Freitas CEA, Nai GA, de Freitas SZ, Pai-Silva MD, Pacagnelli FL. High final energy of gallium arsenide laser increases MyoD gene expression during the intermediate phase of muscle regeneration after cryoinjury in rats. Lasers Med Sci 2018; 33:843-850. [PMID: 29333581 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-018-2439-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2017] [Accepted: 01/04/2018] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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The aim of this study was to determine the effects of gallium arsenide (GaAs) laser on IGF-I, MyoD, MAFbx, and TNF-α gene expression during the intermediate phase of muscle regeneration after cryoinjury 21 Wistar rats were divided into three groups (n = 7 per group): untreated with no injury (control group), cryoinjury without GaAs (injured group), and cryoinjury with GaAs (GaAs-injured group). The cryoinjury was induced in the central region of the tibialis anterior muscle (TA). The region injured was irradiated once a day during 14 days using GaAs laser (904 nm; spot size 0.035 cm2, output power 50 mW; energy density 69 J cm-2; exposure time 4 s per point; final energy 4.8 J). Twenty-four hours after the last application, the right and left TA muscles were collected for histological (collagen content) and molecular (gene expression of IGF-I, MyoD, MAFbx, and TNF-α) analyses, respectively. Data were analyzed using one-way ANOVA at P < 0.05. There were no significant (P > 0.05) differences in collagen density and IGF-I gene expression in all experimental groups. There were similar (P < 0.05) decreases in MAFbx and TNF-α gene expression in the injured and GaAs-injured groups, compared to control group. The MyoD gene expression increased (P = 0.008) in the GaAs-injured group, but not in the injured group (P = 0.338), compared to control group. GaAs laser therapy had a positive effect on MyoD gene expression, but not IGF-I, MAFbx, and TNF-α, during intermediary phases (14 days post-injury) of muscle repair.
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- Caroline Pereira Santos
- Department of Physical Therapy, University of Western São Paulo (UNOESTE), Presidente Prudente, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Center of Research in Health Science, North University of Paraná (UNOPAR), Avenue Paris, 675, Jardim Piza, Londrina, PR, 86041-120, Brazil.
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- Department of Physical Therapy, University of Western São Paulo (UNOESTE), Presidente Prudente, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, University of Western São Paulo (UNOESTE), Presidente Prudente, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, University of Western São Paulo (UNOESTE), Presidente Prudente, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, University of Western São Paulo (UNOESTE), Presidente Prudente, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Morphology, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, University of Western São Paulo (UNOESTE), Presidente Prudente, São Paulo, Brazil
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Fortuna T, Gonzalez AC, Sá MF, Andrade ZDA, Reis SRA, Medrado ARAP. Effect of 670 nm laser photobiomodulation on vascular density and fibroplasia in late stages of tissue repair. Int Wound J 2017; 15:274-282. [PMID: 29239111 DOI: 10.1111/iwj.12861] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2017] [Revised: 10/11/2017] [Accepted: 10/11/2017] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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This study aimed to investigate the effects of gallium-aluminum-arsenium (GaAlAs) (670 nm) laser therapy on neoangiogenesis and fibroplasia during tissue remodelling. Forty male Wistar rats underwent cutaneous surgery and were divided into 2 experimental groups: the Control and Laser group (9 mW, 670 nm, 0.031 W/cm2 , 4 J/cm2 ). After 14, 21, 28, and 35 days, the animals were euthanised. Descriptive and quantitative analyses were performed in sections stained with haematoxylin-eosin and Sirius Red, respectively. The amounts of VEGF+ and CD31+ cells were evaluated by immunohistochemistry and histomorphometric analysis, respectively. Statistical analysis was performed using the Mann-Whitney, Friedman, and Spearman correlation test, P < 0.05. The collagen expression was significantly higher in the laser group compared with the control group on days 14 and 21 after the creation of the skin wound (P = 0.008; P = 0.016) and in the control group between 14 and 28 and 14 and 35 days (P = 0.001; P = 0.007). There were more blood vessels in three periods of the study only in the (Laser) treated group, with statistical significance at day 14 (P = 0.016). There was no statistically significant difference in VEGF+ cell count in the different experimental groups throughout the study, although a positive correlation was shown with the area of collagen on days 14 and 28 (P = 0.037). Laser treatment had a positive effect in the late course of healing, particularly with regards to collagen expression and the number of newly formed vessels. VEGF+ cells were present in both experimental groups, and VEGF appeared to influence fibroplasia in the treated group.
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- Tila Fortuna
- Basic Science Department, Bahiana School of Medicine and Public Health, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
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- Experimental Pathology Laboratory, Gonçalo Moniz Research Center, FIOCRUZ, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
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- Basic Science Department, Bahiana School of Medicine and Public Health, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
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- Experimental Pathology Laboratory, Gonçalo Moniz Research Center, FIOCRUZ, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
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- Bahiana School of Medicine and Public Health, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
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Effect of photobiomodulation on connective tissue remodeling and regeneration of skeletal muscle in elderly rats. Lasers Med Sci 2017; 33:513-521. [PMID: 29181641 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-017-2392-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2017] [Accepted: 11/16/2017] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) on morphological aspects, IL-6 and IL-1β expressions, as well as the distribution and organization of collagen in the tibialis anterior (TA) muscle of elderly rats submitted to cryoinjury. Histological photomicrographs were taken of TA muscles stained with HE and picrosirius red. Immunohistochemistry was used for the evaluation of IL-6 and IL-1β. Male Wistar rats, aged 20 months, were distributed into three groups: (1) control animals not injured or treated with LLLT (n = 5), (2) cryoinjury without LLLT treatment (n = 15), and (3) cryoinjury treated with infrared LLLT (n = 15). LLLT was applied to the TA 2 h after of the injury induction and consisted of daily applications until the sacrifice (1, 3, and 7 days). The following parameters were used: λ = 780 nm, power density 1 W/cm2, output power 40 mW, 10 s per point, 8 points, and 3.2 J of total energy. In the histomorphological analysis, the treated group exhibited a significant decrease in inflammatory infiltrate (p < 0.001) as well as an increase immature fibers and new blood vessels at 7 days compared to the untreated group (p < 0.05). Furthermore, treatment induced a better collagen distribution and organization at 7 days in comparison to the untreated group (p < 0.05). In conclusion, LLLT demonstrated a modulatory effect on the muscle repair process in elderly animals with regard to the collagen remodeling and morphological aspects of muscle tissue.
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Imrigha NAA, Bidin N, Lau PS, Musa N, Zakaria N, Krishnan G. Photobiomodulation therapy on wound treatment subsequent to Q-switched Nd: YAG laser tattoo removal in rat model. JOURNAL OF BIOPHOTONICS 2017; 10:1287-1291. [PMID: 28464516 DOI: 10.1002/jbio.201600295] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2016] [Revised: 01/27/2017] [Accepted: 03/02/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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Q-switched Nd: YAG laser is the most effective laser for tattoo removal. Photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy is an alternative method applied to accelerate the wound healing. This paper investigated the effects of PBM therapy using 808 nm diode laser on tattooed skin after laser tattoo removal. Forty-five rats were selected and tattooed with black ink on their dorsal, and then distributed into three groups. G0 was received non-laser irradiation. G1 was treated by laser tattoo removal using 1064 nm with energy density of 3.4 J/cm2 without PBM therapy, while G2 was treated daily with PBM therapy using 808 nm diode laser of 5 J/cm2 after a single session of laser tattoo removal. The effects of tattoo removal and healing progress of the wound were analyzed using histological studies. Findings showed 808 nm laser promotes the healing process through enhancing epithelialization and collagen deposition. Moreover, PBM therapy stimulated immune cells to improve phagocytosis process for removing the tattoo ink fragments effectively. The PBM therapy treated group was capable of improving the healing process and increasing the quality of skin following the laser tattoo removal. It was also found that stimulation of cellular function by PBM therapy increased tattoo clearance efficiency.
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- Nada Abusalah Almabrouk Imrigha
- Laser Center, IBNU-SINA Institute for Scientific and Industrial Research, University Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 UTM, Skudai, Johor, Malaysia
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- Laser Center, IBNU-SINA Institute for Scientific and Industrial Research, University Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 UTM, Skudai, Johor, Malaysia
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- Laser Center, IBNU-SINA Institute for Scientific and Industrial Research, University Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 UTM, Skudai, Johor, Malaysia
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- Laser Center, IBNU-SINA Institute for Scientific and Industrial Research, University Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 UTM, Skudai, Johor, Malaysia
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- Laser Center, IBNU-SINA Institute for Scientific and Industrial Research, University Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 UTM, Skudai, Johor, Malaysia
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- Laser Center, IBNU-SINA Institute for Scientific and Industrial Research, University Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 UTM, Skudai, Johor, Malaysia
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Garcia TA, Camargo RCT, Koike TE, Ozaki GAT, Castoldi RC, Camargo Filho JCS. Histological analysis of the association of low level laser therapy and platelet-rich plasma in regeneration of muscle injury in rats. Braz J Phys Ther 2017; 21:425-433. [PMID: 28733091 PMCID: PMC5693427 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjpt.2017.06.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2016] [Revised: 10/20/2016] [Accepted: 04/03/2017] [Indexed: 01/30/2023] Open
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LLLT and PRP can be used to enhance muscle regeneration. The association of LLLT with PRP produces better treatment than their use in isolation. LLLT could modulate the production of collagen during muscle injury.
Objective Muscle injuries are common, and their treatment requires costs and time off. Platelet rich plasma and low level laser therapy have been shown to be affordable and easy to use. The aim of this study was to evaluate the associated effects of low level laser therapy and platelet rich plasma on the treatment of the soleus muscle injured by strain in rats. Methods Thirty-five rats were randomly allocated into five groups: Control (C), Injury Control (IC), injury PRP (IP), injury LLLT (ILT) and injury LLLT and PRP (ILTP). The strain injury was induced in the soleus muscle and the IP group received application of platelet rich plasma immediately after the lesion, while the ILT group received low level laser therapy. After seven days, all animals were euthanized and the soleus muscle removed for further histological analysis. Results The association of both treatments (ILTP) resulted in better histological aspects than the low level laser therapy and platelet rich plasma alone, when compared with the injury group (IC). The collagen analysis exhibited a significant increase in the ILT group (2.99 SD = 1.13) compared to the C (1.88 SD = 0.41, p = 0.012) and IP (2.04 SD = 0.44, p = 0.018). Conclusion The association of low level laser therapy with platelet rich plasma produced better results on muscle injury compared to the isolated use of these therapies. Furthermore, none of the treatments could modulate the collagen deposition in relation to injury group.
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- Thiago Alves Garcia
- Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências da Cirurgia, Campinas, SP, Brazil.
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- Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP),Departamento de Fisioterapia, Presidente Prudente, SP, Brazil
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- Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências da Cirurgia, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências da Cirurgia, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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Alessi Pissulin CN, Henrique Fernandes AA, Sanchez Orellana AM, Rossi E Silva RC, Michelin Matheus SM. Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) accelerates the sternomastoid muscle regeneration process after myonecrosis due to bupivacaine. JOURNAL OF PHOTOCHEMISTRY AND PHOTOBIOLOGY B-BIOLOGY 2017; 168:30-39. [PMID: 28161653 DOI: 10.1016/j.jphotobiol.2017.01.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2016] [Accepted: 01/19/2017] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Because of its long-lasting analgesic action, bupivacaine is an anesthetic used for peripheral nerve block and relief of postoperative pain. Muscle degeneration and neurotoxicity are its main limitations. There is strong evidence that low-level laser therapy (LLLT) assists in muscle and nerve repair. The authors evaluated the effects of a Gallium Arsenide laser (GaAs), on the regeneration of muscle fibers of the sternomastoid muscle and accessory nerve after injection of bupivacaine. METHODS In total, 30 Wistar adult rats were divided into 2 groups: control group (C: n=15) and laser group (L: n=15). The groups were subdivided by antimere, with 0.5% bupivacaine injected on the right and 0.9% sodium chloride on the left. LLLT (GaAs 904nm, 0,05W, 2.8J per point) was administered for 5 consecutive days, starting 24h after injection of the solutions. Seven days after the trial period, blood samples were collected for determination of creatine kinase (CK). The sternomastoid nerve was removed for morphological and morphometric analyses; the surface portion of the sternomastoid muscle was used for histopathological and ultrastructural analyses. Muscle CK and TNFα protein levels were measured. RESULTS The anesthetic promoted myonecrosis and increased muscle CK without neurotoxic effects. The LLLT reduced myonecrosis, characterized by a decrease in muscle CK levels, inflammation, necrosis, and atrophy, as well as the number of central nuclei in the muscle fibers and the percentage of collagen. TNFα values remained constant. CONCLUSIONS LLLT, at the dose used, reduced fibrosis and myonecrosis in the sternomastoid muscle triggered by bupivacaine, accelerating the muscle regeneration process.
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- Cristiane Neves Alessi Pissulin
- Department of Anatomy, Universidade do Oeste Paulista (UNOESTE), Presidente Prudente, SP, Brazil; General Bases of Surgery, Botucatu Medical School, Unesp, Botucatu, SP, Brazil.
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- Department of Anatomy, Institute of Bioscience, General Bases of Surgery, Botucatu Medical School, Unesp, Botucatu, SP, Brazil.
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Derkacz A, Protasiewicz M, Rola P, Podgorska K, Szymczyszyn A, Gutherc R, Poręba R, Doroszko A. Effects of intravascular low-level laser therapy during coronary intervention on selected growth factors levels. Photomed Laser Surg 2016; 32:582-7. [PMID: 25302462 DOI: 10.1089/pho.2013.3700] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of intravascular low-level laser therapy (LLLT) on selected growth factor levels in subjects undergoing percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI). BACKGROUND DATA Restenosis remains the main problem with the long-term efficacy of PCI, and growth factors are postulated to play a crucial role in the restenosis cascade. MATERIALS AND METHODS In a randomized prospective study, an 808 nm LLLT (100 mW/cm2, continuous wave laser, 9 J/cm2, illuminated area 1.6-2.5 cm2) was delivered intracoronarily to patients during PCI. Fifty-two patients underwent irradiation with laser light, and 49 constituted the control group. In all individuals, serum levels of insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1), vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), transforming growth factor-β1 (TGF-β1), and fibroblast growth factor-2 (FGF-2) were measured before angioplasty, then 6 and 12 h and 1 month after the procedure. In all patients, a control angiography was performed 6 months later. RESULTS There were no significant differences in IGF-1 and VEGF levels between the groups. While evaluating FGF-2, we observed its significantly lower levels in the irradiated patients during each examination. There was a significant increase in TGF-β1 level in control group after 12 h of observation. In the irradiated individuals, control angiography revealed smaller late lumen loss and smaller late lumen loss index as compared with the control group. The restenosis rate was 15.0% in the treated group, and 32.4% in the control group, respectively. CONCLUSIONS LLLT decreases levels of TGF-β1 and FGF-2 in patients undergoing coronary intervention, which may explain smaller neointima formation.
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- Arkadiusz Derkacz
- 1 Department of Internal Medicine and Hypertension, Wroclaw Medical University , Wroclaw, Poland
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Takhtfooladi HA, Asghari A, Amirkamali S, Hoseinzadeh HA, Takhtfooladi MA. Evaluation of low-level laser therapy on skeletal muscle ischemia-reperfusion in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats by assaying biochemical markers and histological changes. Lasers Med Sci 2016; 31:1211-7. [PMID: 27250714 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-016-1969-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2015] [Accepted: 05/23/2016] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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The purpose of the present study was to assess the effects of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) on skeletal muscle ischemia-reperfusion (IR) injuries in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. Twenty male Wistar rats were randomly assigned into two experimental groups, as follows: the diabetic IR group (G1, n = 10) and the diabetic IR + LLLT group (G2, n = 10). Ischemia was induced in anesthetized rats from the right femoral artery clipping for 2 h, followed by a reperfusion for 24 h. Then, the laser irradiation (K30 handheld probe, AZOR, Technica, Russia, 650 nm, 30 mW, surface area = 1 cm(2), energy density = 1.8 J/cm(2)) was carried out by irradiating the rats over a unique point on the skin over the middle region of the right gastrocnemius muscle belly three times (every 8 h), starting after initiating the reperfusion for 3 min. At the end of the reperfusion period, rats were anaesthetized and blood samples were collected and used for the estimation of pO2, pCO2, pH, HCO3, serum creatine phosphokinase (CPK), and lactate dehydrogenase (LDH). Subsequently, the right gastrocnemius muscle samples were taken for wet/dry weight ratio assessment and histological/biochemical examination. The pO2, pCO2, HCO3, and pH levels were similar for both groups (P > 0.05). The serum LDH and CPK levels were significantly lower (P < 0.05) for G2 compared to G1. In comparison to G1, tissue malondialdehyde level in G2 was significantly decreased (P < 0.05). In G2, superoxide dismutase activity was significantly increased compared to G1 (P < 0.05). Unlike G2, a significant decrease in the activity of catalase was observed in G1 (P < 0.05). The wet/dry ratio in G1 was significantly higher than that of G2 (P < 0.05). Histological examination confirmed that the extent of muscle changes in G1 was higher than G2 (P < 0.05). Finally, according to this study, LLLT has a beneficial effect on the IR muscle injury treatment in the diabetic rats. Therefore, we suggest that further research needs to be conducted using different laser parameters and examining response over a longer period of tissue recovery.
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- Department of Clinical Science, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Cellular and Molecular Research Center, Qazvin University of Medical Sciences, Qazvin, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Science, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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Ribeiro BG, Alves AN, dos Santos LAD, Cantero TM, Fernandes KPS, Dias DDS, Bernardes N, De Angelis K, Mesquita-Ferrari RA. Red and Infrared Low-Level Laser Therapy Prior to Injury with or without Administration after Injury Modulate Oxidative Stress during the Muscle Repair Process. PLoS One 2016; 11:e0153618. [PMID: 27082964 PMCID: PMC4833286 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0153618] [Citation(s) in RCA: 263] [Impact Index Per Article: 32.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2016] [Accepted: 03/31/2016] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Muscle injury is common among athletes and amateur practitioners of sports. Following an injury, the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) occurs, which can harm healthy muscle fibers (secondary damage) and delay the repair process. Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) administered prior to or following an injury has demonstrated positive and protective effects on muscle repair, but the combination of both administration times together has not been clarified. AIM To evaluate the effect of LLLT (660 nm and 780 nm, 10 J/cm², 40 mW, 3.2 J) prior to injury with or without the administration after injury on oxidative stress during the muscle repair process. METHODS Wistar rats were divided into following groups: control; muscle injury alone; LLLT 660 nm + injury; LLLT 780 nm + injury; LLLT 660 nm before and after injury; and LLLT 780 nm before and after injury. The rats were euthanized on days 1, 3 and 7 following cryoinjury of the tibialis anterior (TA) muscle, which was then removed for analysis. RESULTS Lipid peroxidation decreased in the 660+injury group after one day. Moreover, red and infrared LLLT employed at both administration times induced a decrease in lipid peroxidation after seven days. CAT activity was altered by LLLT in all periods evaluated, with a decrease after one day in the 780+injury+780 group and after seven days in the 780+injury group as well as an increase in the 780+injury and 780+injury+780 groups after three days. Furthermore, increases in GPx and SOD activity were found after seven days in the 780+injury+780 group. CONCLUSION The administration of red and infrared laser therapy at different times positively modulates the activity of antioxidant enzymes and reduces stress markers during the muscle repair process.
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- Rehabilitation Department, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Hypertension Unit, Heart Institute (InCor), School of Medicine, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Rehabilitation Department, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
- Medicine Department, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Rehabilitation Department, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
- Biophotonics Department, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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de Melo CAV, Alves AN, Terena SML, Fernandes KPS, Nunes FD, da Silva DDFT, Bussadori SK, Deana AM, Mesquita-Ferrari RA. Light-emitting diode therapy increases collagen deposition during the repair process of skeletal muscle. Lasers Med Sci 2016; 31:531-8. [PMID: 26873500 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-016-1888-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2015] [Accepted: 01/19/2016] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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This study analyzed the effects of light-emitting diode (LED) therapy on the morphology of muscle tissue as well as collagen remodeling and matrix metalloproteinase 2 (MMP-2) activity in the skeletal muscle of rats following acute injury. Wistar rats were divided into four groups: (1) control, (2) sham, (3) untreated cryoinjury, and (4) cryoinjury treated with LED. Cryoinjury was induced by two applications of a metal probe cooled in liquid nitrogen directly onto the belly of the tibialis anterior muscle. For treatment, the LED equipment (wavelength 850 nm, output power 30 mW, and total energy 3.2 J) was used daily. The study periods were 1, 3, and 7 days after cryoinjury. Morphological aspects were evaluated through hematoxylin-eosin staining. The amount of collagen fibers was evaluated using Picro Sirius Red staining under polarized light. The gelatinase activity of MMP-2 was evaluated using zymography. The results showed significant reductions in inflammatory infiltrate after 3 days and an increased number of immature muscle fibers after 7 days. Furthermore, treatment induced a reduction in the gelatinolytic activity of MMP-2 after 1, 3, and 7 days in comparison to the untreated injury groups and increased the collagen deposition after 3 and 7 days in the treated groups. LED therapy at 850 nm induced a significant reduction in inflammation, decreased MMP-2 activity, and increased the amount of immature muscle and collagen fibers during the muscle repair process following acute injury.
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- Claudia Aparecida Viana de Melo
- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 235/249, Liberdade, CEP 01504-001, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 235/249, Liberdade, CEP 01504-001, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 235/249, Liberdade, CEP 01504-001, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Oral Pathology, School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 235/249, Liberdade, CEP 01504-001, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), Rua Vergueiro, 235/249, Liberdade, CEP 01504-001, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
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Alves AN, Ribeiro BG, Fernandes KPS, Souza NHC, Rocha LA, Nunes FD, Bussadori SK, Mesquita-Ferrari RA. Comparative effects of low-level laser therapy pre- and post-injury on mRNA expression of MyoD, myogenin, and IL-6 during the skeletal muscle repair. Lasers Med Sci 2016; 31:679-85. [PMID: 26914683 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-016-1908-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2015] [Accepted: 02/05/2016] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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This study analyzed the effect of pre-injury and post-injury irradiation with low-level laser therapy (LLLT) on the mRNA expression of myogenic regulatory factors and interleukin 6 (IL-6) during the skeletal muscle repair. Male rats were divided into six groups: control group, sham group, LLLT group, injury group; pre-injury LLLT group, and post-injury LLLT group. LLLT was performed with a diode laser (wavelength 780 nm; output power 40 mW' and total energy 3.2 J). Cryoinjury was induced by two applications of a metal probe cooled in liquid nitrogen directly onto the belly of the tibialis anterior (TA) muscle. After euthanasia, the TA muscle was removed for the isolation of total RNA and analysis of MyoD, myogenin, and IL-6 using real-time quantitative PCR. Significant increases were found in the expression of MyoD mRNA at 3 and 7 days as well as the expression of myogenin mRNA at 14 days in the post-injury LLLT group in comparison to injury group. A significant reduction was found in the expression of IL-6 mRNA at 3 and 7 days in the pre-injury LLLT and post-injury LLLT groups. A significant increase in IL-6 mRNA was found at 14 days in the post-injury LLLT group in comparison to the injury group. LLLT administered following muscle injury modulates the mRNA expression of MyoD and myogenin. Moreover, the both forms of LLLT administration were able to modulate the mRNA expression of IL-6 during the muscle repair process.
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- Agnelo Neves Alves
- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho-UNINOVE, Rua Vergueiro, 235/249, Liberdade, CEP 01504-001, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho-UNINOVE, Rua Vergueiro, 235/249, Liberdade, CEP 01504-001, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho-UNINOVE, Rua Vergueiro, 235/249, Liberdade, CEP 01504-001, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Departament of Molecular Pathology, School of Dentistry, Universidade de São Paulo-FOUSP, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Departament of Oral Pathology, School of Dentistry, Universidade de São Paulo-FOUSP, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho-UNINOVE, Rua Vergueiro, 235/249, Liberdade, CEP 01504-001, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.,Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho-UNINOVE, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho-UNINOVE, Rua Vergueiro, 235/249, Liberdade, CEP 01504-001, São Paulo, SP, Brazil. .,Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho-UNINOVE, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
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Cell viability, reactive oxygen species, apoptosis, and necrosis in myoblast cultures exposed to low-level infrared laser. Lasers Med Sci 2016; 31:841-8. [PMID: 26886589 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-016-1909-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2015] [Accepted: 02/08/2016] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Low-level infrared laser is considered safe and effective for treatment of muscle injuries. However, the mechanism involved on beneficial effects of laser therapy are not understood. The aim was to evaluate cell viability, reactive oxygen species, apoptosis, and necrosis in myoblast cultures exposed to low-level infrared laser at therapeutic fluences. C2C12 myoblast cultures at different (2 and 10 %) fetal bovine serum (FBS) concentrations were exposed to low-level infrared laser (808 nm, 100 mW) at different fluences (10, 35, and 70 J/cm(2)) and evaluated after 24, 48, and 72 h. Cell viability was evaluated by WST-1 assay; reactive oxygen species (ROS), apoptosis, and necrosis were evaluated by flow cytometry. Cell viability was decreased atthe lowest FBS concentration. Laser exposure increased the cell viability in myoblast cultures at 2 % FBS after 48 and 72 h, but no significant increase in ROS was observed. Apoptosis was decreased at the higher fluence and necrosis was increased at lower fluence in myoblast cultures after 24 h of laser exposure at 2 % FBS. No laser-induced alterations were obtained at 10 % FBS. Results show that level of reactive oxygen species is not altered, at least to those evaluated in this study, but low-level infrared laser exposure affects cell viability, apoptosis, and necrosis in myoblast cultures depending on laser fluence and physiologic conditions of cells.
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Assis L, Manis C, Fernandes KR, Cabral D, Magri A, Veronez S, Renno ACM. Investigation of the Comparative Effects of Red and Infrared Laser Therapy on Skeletal Muscle Repair in Diabetic Rats. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 2016; 95:525-34. [PMID: 26829073 DOI: 10.1097/phm.0000000000000431] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to evaluate the in vivo response of 2 different laser wavelengths (red and infrared) on skeletal muscle repair process in diabetic rats. DESIGN Forty Wistar rats were randomly divided into 4 experimental groups: basal control-nondiabetic and muscle-injured animals without treatment (BC); diabetic muscle-injured without treatment (DC); diabetic muscle-injured, treated with red laser (DCR) and infrared laser (DCIR). The injured region was irradiated daily for 7 consecutive days, starting immediately after the injury using a red (660 nm) and an infrared (808 nm) laser. RESULTS The histological results demonstrated in both treated groups (red and infrared wavelengths) a modulation of the inflammatory process and a better tissue organization located in the site of the injury. However, only infrared light significantly reduced the injured area and increased MyoD and myogenin protein expression. Moreover, both red and infrared light increased the expression of the proangiogenic vascular endothelial growth factor and reduced the cyclooxygenase 2 protein expression. CONCLUSION These results suggest that low-level laser therapy was efficient in promoting skeletal muscle repair in diabetic rats. However, the effect of infrared wavelength was more pronounced by reducing the area of the injury and modulating the expression proteins related to the repair.
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- Lívia Assis
- From the Department of Bioscience, Federal University of São Paulo, Santos, São Paulo, Brazil
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Sassoli C, Chellini F, Squecco R, Tani A, Idrizaj E, Nosi D, Giannelli M, Zecchi-Orlandini S. Low intensity 635 nm diode laser irradiation inhibits fibroblast-myofibroblast transition reducing TRPC1 channel expression/activity: New perspectives for tissue fibrosis treatment. Lasers Surg Med 2015; 48:318-32. [PMID: 26660509 DOI: 10.1002/lsm.22441] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/28/2015] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) or photobiomodulation therapy is emerging as a promising new therapeutic option for fibrosis in different damaged and/or diseased organs. However, the anti-fibrotic potential of this treatment needs to be elucidated and the cellular and molecular targets of the laser clarified. Here, we investigated the effects of a low intensity 635 ± 5 nm diode laser irradiation on fibroblast-myofibroblast transition, a key event in the onset of fibrosis, and elucidated some of the underlying molecular mechanisms. MATERIALS AND METHODS NIH/3T3 fibroblasts were cultured in a low serum medium in the presence of transforming growth factor (TGF)-β1 and irradiated with a 635 ± 5 nm diode laser (continuous wave, 89 mW, 0.3 J/cm(2) ). Fibroblast-myofibroblast differentiation was assayed by morphological, biochemical, and electrophysiological approaches. Expression of matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)-2 and MMP-9 and of Tissue inhibitor of MMPs, namely TIMP-1 and TIMP-2, after laser exposure was also evaluated by confocal immunofluorescence analyses. Moreover, the effect of the diode laser on transient receptor potential canonical channel (TRPC) 1/stretch-activated channel (SAC) expression and activity and on TGF-β1/Smad3 signaling was investigated. RESULTS Diode laser treatment inhibited TGF-β1-induced fibroblast-myofibroblast transition as judged by reduction of stress fibers formation, α-smooth muscle actin (sma) and type-1 collagen expression and by changes in electrophysiological properties such as resting membrane potential, cell capacitance and inwardly rectifying K(+) currents. In addition, the irradiation up-regulated the expression of MMP-2 and MMP-9 and downregulated that of TIMP-1 and TIMP-2 in TGF-β1-treated cells. This laser effect was shown to involve TRPC1/SAC channel functionality. Finally, diode laser stimulation and TRPC1 functionality negatively affected fibroblast-myofibroblast transition by interfering with TGF-β1 signaling, namely reducing the expression of Smad3, the TGF-β1 downstream signaling molecule. CONCLUSION Low intensity irradiation with 635 ± 5 nm diode laser inhibited TGF-β1/Smad3-mediated fibroblast-myofibroblast transition and this effect involved the modulation of TRPC1 ion channels. These data contribute to support the potential anti-fibrotic effect of LLLT and may offer further informations for considering this therapy as a promising therapeutic tool for the treatment of tissue fibrosis.
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- Chiara Sassoli
- Section of Anatomy and Histology, Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Largo Brambilla 3, 50134, Florence, Italy
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- Section of Anatomy and Histology, Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Largo Brambilla 3, 50134, Florence, Italy
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- Section of Physiological Sciences, Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Viale GB Morgagni 63, 50134, Florence, Italy
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- Section of Anatomy and Histology, Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Largo Brambilla 3, 50134, Florence, Italy
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- Section of Physiological Sciences, Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Viale GB Morgagni 63, 50134, Florence, Italy
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- Section of Anatomy and Histology, Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Largo Brambilla 3, 50134, Florence, Italy
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- Odontostomatologic Laser Therapy Center, Via dell' Olivuzzo 162, 50143, Florence, Italy
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- Section of Anatomy and Histology, Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Largo Brambilla 3, 50134, Florence, Italy
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Fernandes KPS, Souza NHC, Mesquita-Ferrari RA, Silva DDFTD, Rocha LA, Alves AN, Sousa KDB, Bussadori SK, Hamblin MR, Nunes FD. Photobiomodulation with 660-nm and 780-nm laser on activated J774 macrophage-like cells: Effect on M1 inflammatory markers. JOURNAL OF PHOTOCHEMISTRY AND PHOTOBIOLOGY B-BIOLOGY 2015; 153:344-51. [PMID: 26519828 DOI: 10.1016/j.jphotobiol.2015.10.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2015] [Revised: 10/15/2015] [Accepted: 10/19/2015] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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M1 profile macrophages exert a major influence on initial tissue repair process. Few days after the occurrence of injury, macrophages in the injured region exhibit a M2 profile, attenuate the effects of the M1 population, and stimulate the reconstruction of the damaged tissue. The different effects of macrophages in the healing process suggest that these cells could be the target of therapeutic interventions. Photobiomodulation has been used to accelerate tissue repair, but little is known regarding its effect on macrophages. In the present study, J774 macrophages were activated to simulate the M1 profile and irradiated with two different sets of laser parameters (780 nm, 70 mW, 2.6J/cm(2), 1.5s and 660 nm, 15 mW, 7.5 J/cm(2), 20s). IL-6, TNF-α, iNOS and COX-2 gene and protein expression were analyzed by RT-qPCR and ELISA. Both lasers were able to reduce TNF-α and iNOS expression, and TNF-α and COX-2 production, although the parameters used for 780 nm laser provided an additional decrease. 660 nm laser parameters resulted in an up-regulation of IL-6 expression and production. These findings imply a distinct, time-dependent modulation by the two different sets of laser parameters, suggesting that the best modulation may involve more than one combination of parameters.
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- Kristianne Porta Santos Fernandes
- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, 249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, Sao Paulo, SP Zip Code 01504-001, Brazil; Department of Oral Pathology, Dental School, Universidade de Sao Paulo, 2227 Professor Lineu Prestes Avenue, Cidade Universitaria, Sao Paulo, SP Zip Code 05508-000, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, 249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, Sao Paulo, SP Zip Code 01504-001, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, 249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, Sao Paulo, SP Zip Code 01504-001, Brazil; Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, 249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, Sao Paulo, SP Zip Code 01504-001, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, 249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, Sao Paulo, SP Zip Code 01504-001, Brazil.
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- Department of Oral Pathology, Dental School, Universidade de Sao Paulo, 2227 Professor Lineu Prestes Avenue, Cidade Universitaria, Sao Paulo, SP Zip Code 05508-000, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, 249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, Sao Paulo, SP Zip Code 01504-001, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, 249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, Sao Paulo, SP Zip Code 01504-001, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, 249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, Sao Paulo, SP Zip Code 01504-001, Brazil; Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, 249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, Sao Paulo, SP Zip Code 01504-001, Brazil.
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- Wellman Center for Photomedicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, BAR414, 40 Blossom Street, Boston, MA 02114, United States; Department of Dermatology, Harvard Medical School, 25 Shattuck Street, Boston, MA 02115, United States; Harvard-MIT Division of Health Sciences and Technology, 77 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139, United States.
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- Department of Oral Pathology, Dental School, Universidade de Sao Paulo, 2227 Professor Lineu Prestes Avenue, Cidade Universitaria, Sao Paulo, SP Zip Code 05508-000, Brazil.
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Ribeiro BG, Alves AN, Santos LADD, Fernandes KPS, Cantero TM, Gomes MT, França CM, de Fátima Teixeira da Silva D, Bussadori SK, Mesquita-Ferrari RA. The effect of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) applied prior to muscle injury. Lasers Surg Med 2015; 47:571-578. [DOI: 10.1002/lsm.22381] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/29/2015] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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- Rehabilitation Sciences; Universidade Nove de Julho - UNINOVE; São Paulo - SP Brazil
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- Rehabilitation Sciences; Universidade Nove de Julho - UNINOVE; São Paulo - SP Brazil
- Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences; Universidade Nove de Julho - UNINOVE; São Paulo - SP Brazil
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- Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences; Universidade Nove de Julho - UNINOVE; São Paulo - SP Brazil
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- Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences; Universidade Nove de Julho - UNINOVE; São Paulo - SP Brazil
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- Rehabilitation Sciences; Universidade Nove de Julho - UNINOVE; São Paulo - SP Brazil
- Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences; Universidade Nove de Julho - UNINOVE; São Paulo - SP Brazil
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- Rehabilitation Sciences; Universidade Nove de Julho - UNINOVE; São Paulo - SP Brazil
- Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences; Universidade Nove de Julho - UNINOVE; São Paulo - SP Brazil
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Macedo AB, Moraes LHR, Mizobuti DS, Fogaça AR, Moraes FDSR, Hermes TDA, Pertille A, Minatel E. Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) in Dystrophin-Deficient Muscle Cells: Effects on Regeneration Capacity, Inflammation Response and Oxidative Stress. PLoS One 2015; 10:e0128567. [PMID: 26083527 PMCID: PMC4470633 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0128567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2014] [Accepted: 04/28/2015] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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The present study evaluated low-level laser therapy (LLLT) effects on some physiological pathways that may lead to muscle damage or regeneration capacity in dystrophin-deficient muscle cells of mdx mice, the experimental model of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). Primary cultures of mdx skeletal muscle cells were irradiated only one time with laser and analyzed after 24 and 48 hours. The LLLT parameter used was 830 nm wavelengths at 5 J/cm² fluence. The following groups were set up: Ctrl (untreated C57BL/10 primary muscle cells), mdx (untreated mdx primary muscle cells), mdx LA 24 (mdx primary muscle cells - LLLT irradiated and analyzed after 24 h), and mdx LA 48 (mdx primary muscle cells - LLLT irradiated and analyzed after 48 h). The mdx LA 24 and mdx LA 48 groups showed significant increase in cell proliferation, higher diameter in muscle cells and decreased MyoD levels compared to the mdx group. The mdx LA 48 group showed significant increase in Myosin Heavy Chain levels compared to the untreated mdx and mdx LA 24 groups. The mdx LA 24 and mdx LA 48 groups showed significant increase in [Ca2+]i. The mdx group showed significant increase in H2O2 production and 4-HNE levels compared to the Ctrl group and LLLT treatment reduced this increase. GSH levels and GPx, GR and SOD activities increased in the mdx group. Laser treatment reduced the GSH levels and GR and SOD activities in dystrophic muscle cells. The mdx group showed significant increase in the TNF-α and NF-κB levels, which in turn was reduced by the LLLT treatment. Together, these results suggest that the laser treatment improved regenerative capacity and decreased inflammatory response and oxidative stress in dystrophic muscle cells, indicating that LLLT could be a helpful alternative therapy to be associated with other treatment for dystrophinopathies.
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- Aline Barbosa Macedo
- Departamento de Biologia Estrutural e Funcional, Instituto de Biologia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biologia Estrutural e Funcional, Instituto de Biologia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biologia Estrutural e Funcional, Instituto de Biologia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biologia Estrutural e Funcional, Instituto de Biologia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biologia Estrutural e Funcional, Instituto de Biologia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biologia Estrutural e Funcional, Instituto de Biologia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Science of Human Movement, Universidade Metodista de Piracicaba (UNIMEP), Piracicaba, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biologia Estrutural e Funcional, Instituto de Biologia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, SP, Brazil
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Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) associated with aerobic plus resistance training to improve inflammatory biomarkers in obese adults. Lasers Med Sci 2015; 30:1553-63. [DOI: 10.1007/s10103-015-1759-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2014] [Accepted: 04/23/2015] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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de Freitas CEA, Bertaglia RS, Vechetti Júnior IJ, Mareco EA, Salomão RAS, de Paula TG, Nai GA, Carvalho RF, Pacagnelli FL, Dal-Pai-Silva M. High Final Energy of Low-Level Gallium Arsenide Laser Therapy Enhances Skeletal Muscle Recovery without a Positive Effect on Collagen Remodeling. Photochem Photobiol 2015; 91:957-65. [DOI: 10.1111/php.12446] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2014] [Accepted: 02/22/2015] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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- Carlos Eduardo Assumpção de Freitas
- Post Graduate Program in General and Applied Biology; Bioscience Institute; State University of São Paulo; UNESP; Botucatu SP Brazil
- Department of Physiotherapy; University of Oeste Paulista (UNOESTE); Presidente Prudente SP Brazil
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- Post Graduate Program in General and Applied Biology; Bioscience Institute; State University of São Paulo; UNESP; Botucatu SP Brazil
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- Post Graduate Program in General and Applied Biology; Bioscience Institute; State University of São Paulo; UNESP; Botucatu SP Brazil
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- Post Graduate Program in General and Applied Biology; Bioscience Institute; State University of São Paulo; UNESP; Botucatu SP Brazil
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- Post Graduate Program in General and Applied Biology; Bioscience Institute; State University of São Paulo; UNESP; Botucatu SP Brazil
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- Post Graduate Program in General and Applied Biology; Bioscience Institute; State University of São Paulo; UNESP; Botucatu SP Brazil
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- Department of Pathology; University of Oeste Paulista (UNOESTE); Presidente Prudente SP Brazil
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- Department of Morphology; Bioscience Institute State University of São Paulo; UNESP; Botucatu SP Brazil
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- Department of Physiotherapy; University of Oeste Paulista (UNOESTE); Presidente Prudente SP Brazil
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- Department of Morphology; Bioscience Institute State University of São Paulo; UNESP; Botucatu SP Brazil
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