Articles: low-back-pain.
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Osteitis condensans ilii is a noninflammatory condition of an uncertain etiology, characterized by sclerotic bone lesions located mainly in the iliac region of the sacroiliac joints. In many patients, osteitis condensans ilii remains an incidental imaging finding; however, it has been associated with lower back pain and may mimic inflammatory rheumatic conditions such as axial spondyloarthritis. ⋯ Herein, we conducted a narrative literature review using the terms osteitis condensans ilii, and we identified case reports, case series, reviews, and original studies associated with the condition. The aim of this article is to raise the awareness of this underrecognized clinicoradiological condition and to enable the health-care providers to recognize clinical and radiological features that should raise suspicion of the osteitis condensans illi, and to describe the treatment options.
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Low back pain is a common complaint during pregnancy. However, spinal pathologies, which manifest with severe pain, radiculopathy, and acute neurologic deficits because of disk herniation or mass lesions require special attention. Here, we present our interdisciplinary experience in the surgical management of spinal emergencies during pregnancy. ⋯ Surgery for spinal emergencies in pregnancy can be performed safely according to individual treatment plans developed by an interdisciplinary team taking into account the expectant mother's decision. Maintenance of pregnancy is possible and feasible in most patients.
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The effectiveness of virtual reality in patients with spinal pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Virtual reality (VR) technologies have been shown to be beneficial in various areas of health care; to date, there are no systematic reviews examining the effectiveness of VR technology for the treatment of spinal pain. ⋯ VR's potential for improvement in outcomes for spinal pain that demonstrated statistical and/or clinical significance (pain intensity, disability, fear of movement, GPE, patient satisfaction, general health status, and balance) highlights the need for more focused, higher-quality research on the efficacy and effectiveness of VR for treatment of patients with spinal pain.