What Works for Low Back Pain? Not Much, a New Study Says
Low back pain affects an estimated one in four American adults and is the leading contributor to disability globally. In most diagnosed cases, the pain is considered “nonspecific,” meaning it doesn’t have a clear cause. That’s also partly what makes it so hard to treat.
Study finds limited effectiveness of non-surgical treatments for back pain
Only around 1 in 10 common non-surgical and non-invasive treatments for lower back pain is effective, suggests a pooled data analysis of the available research, published online in BMJ Evidence Based Medicine.
Most common back pain treatments barely work, study finds
A new study suggests that only about 1 in 10 common non-surgical and non-invasive treatments for lower back pain are actually effective—and even then, the relief they provide is only slightly better than a placebo.
If You Feel Like Nothing Works for Your Back Pain, Science Says You’re Right
A new review of the evidence finds that only a handful of common remedies provide a modest benefit for acute or chronic back pain.
Most Back Pain Treatments Don’t Work—Here’s What Actually Helps
Low back pain is one of the most common medical complaints in the world. Globally, over 600 million people suffer from it. That means at any given moment, millions of people are searching for relief—visiting doctors,
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Acupuncture for Back Pain
Back pain is one of the top reasons people seek medical treatment. It is also the No. 1 reported reason for seeking acupuncture. The good news is chronic low back pain is one of the conditions ...
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Acupuncture for Pain Management
Acupuncture, an ancient form of medicine that originated in China several thousand years ago, has been used by Canadian physicians since the 1970s. Research on the neurophysiology of acupuncture ...
Best acupressure mats for relaxing at home
Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access ...
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What Is Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Tapping?
EFT is an alternative treatment for physical pain and emotional distress. It’s also referred to as tapping or psychological acupressure. People who use this technique believe tapping the body ...
Scientists finally reveal what works for back pain - and which drugs have no effect
Review of 301 clinical trials in the British Medical Journal concludes that only one in ten treatments for lower back pain ...
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12 Natural Remedies for Arthritis Pain
"It's not helpful in everybody." Additionally, the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) recommends acupuncture as a treatment option for OA pain. Some evidence suggests glucosamine—a natural ...