Articles: low-back-pain.
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To describe key peripheral and central nervous system (CNS) conditions in a group of older adults with chronic low back pain (CLBP) and their association with pain severity and self-reported and performance-based physical function. ⋯ In this sample of older veterans, CLBP was a multifaceted condition. Both CNS and peripheral conditions were associated with self-reported and performance-based function. Additional investigation is required to determine the impact of treating these conditions on patient outcomes and health care utilization.
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The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of acupuncture injection therapy for the patients with nonspecific chronic low back pain (CLBP) systematically. ⋯ CRD42019119158.
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To examine the impact of the presence of facet tropism on the results of transforaminal epidural steroid injection for unilateral radicular pain induced by lumbar disc herniation. ⋯ Facet tropism correlates with less success of transforaminal epidural steroid injection; therefore, facet tropism may be a worthwhile measurement in a discussion with patients of the benefits of the procedure.
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Musculoskelet Sci Pract · Jul 2019
Is there an association between hip range of motion and nonspecific low back pain? A systematic review.
To systematically review whether there is an association between hip range of motion (ROM) and nonspecific low back pain (NSLBP). ⋯ There is very low-quality evidence to support an association between limited hip ROM and NSLBP. Limited hip IR ROM was the only movement impairment found to be significantly associated with NSLBP, however this should be viewed with caution due to the low-quality supportive evidence. Further studies are needed.
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To evaluate the natural history of lumbar extruded disc with conservative treatment on MRI and to assess relation between the radiologic changes and clinical outcome. ⋯ The majority of the patients with extruded lumbar disc herniation might have reduction in size of herniated disc in the long run along with improvement in symptoms and function with conservative care.