Complementary therapies in medicine
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Complement Ther Med · Jun 2021
Review Meta AnalysisThe effects of myofascial release technique for patients with low back pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
The purpose of this meta-analytic review was to quantitatively examine the effects of myofascial release technique (MFR) on pain intensity, back disability, lumbar range of motion, and quality of life in patients with low back pain (LBP). ⋯ The findings suggest that MFR can improve the effect of physical therapy alone and exercise therapy alone, and that MFR can be an effective adjuvant therapy. Meta-analysis showed that MFR has a significant effect on reducing back disability in patients with low back pain, but no significant effect on reducing pain intensity, improving quality of life, and improving lumbar range of motion.
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Complement Ther Med · Jun 2021
Cross national comparison of medical students' attitudes and beliefs about medical cannabis and its application for pain management.
To examine attitudes and beliefs about medical cannabis (MC), and specifically about its application for pain management, across medical students in Israel and Thailand. ⋯ The findings of this study accentuate the need for curriculum designed around MC use to promote students' preparedness to serve patients in pain or with other medical conditions that may benefit from MC use.