Articles: back-pain.
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Review Meta Analysis
The efficacy of conventional radiofrequency denervation in patients with chronic low back pain originating from the facet joints: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
Radiofrequency denervation is commonly used for the treatment of chronic facet joint pain that has been refractory to more conservative treatments, although the evidence supporting this treatment has been controversial. ⋯ Conventional radiofrequency denervation resulted in significant reductions in low back pain originating from the facet joints in patients showing the best response to diagnostic block over the first 12 months when compared with sham procedures or epidural nerve blocks.
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A previous report demonstrated predictive power of short-term leg pain relief after lumbar transforaminal epidural steroid injections for 1-month treatment response. The question whether the long-term response could be similarly predicted remained unanswered. ⋯ Most patients with a symptomatic lumbar disc herniation who opt for a second injection or surgery do so within the first 6 months. Reliable prediction of the long-term treatment response based on short-term pain relief is not possible.
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Comparative Study
Prevalence of rheumatic musculoskeletal symptoms in rural and urban areas : a cross-sectional study in northern India.
To study the prevalence of rheumatic musculoskeletal symptoms in rural and urban areas of Lucknow. ⋯ MSK pain is a predominant health problem of both rural and urban areas. Sex-adjusted prevalence is higher among females than males. Knee and back were highly prevalent pain sites in both rural and urban areas of Lucknow.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study
Who Benefits Most from Individualized Physiotherapy or Advice for Low Back Disorders? A Pre-Planned Effect Modifier Analysis of a Randomized Controlled Trial.
A preplanned effect modifier analysis of the Specific Treatment of Problems of the Spine randomized controlled trial. ⋯ 2.
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A retrospective study. ⋯ 3.