PM & R : the journal of injury, function, and rehabilitation
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Clinical Trial
Effectiveness of levetiracetam in the treatment of lumbar radiculopathy: an open-label prospective cohort study.
The purpose of this open-label study was to assess the effectiveness and tolerability of levetiracetam (LEV) in the treatment of patients with lower lumbar radiculopathy diagnosed by clinical presentation, physical examination, and electrodiagnostics. ⋯ This study showed that LEV might be a well-tolerated and effective treatment for lumbar radiculopathy. A large randomized placebo-controlled trial is recommended and comparative studies with alternative agents should be sought.