Articles: pain-management.
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A prospective multicenter study. ⋯ Surgeons should recognize the diversity of surgical outcomes after laminoplasty and understand the necessity of pain management even after the surgery to enhance bodily functions and QOL in patients with cervical OPLL.
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Observational Study
The Prevalence, Intensity, Assessment, and Management of Acute Pain in Hospitalized Children in Botswana.
There is very limited clinical and observational data on acute pain experienced by children in sub-Saharan Africa. ⋯ Acute pain prevalence and intensity among hospitalized children in Botswana is low.
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Low back pain is common and remains one of the leading causes of disability globally. This study aimed to develop an evidence map of the quantity of available evidence assessing approaches to manage low back pain, to identify potential redundancies or gaps in the synthesized data, and guide future research focus. ⋯ Substantial evidence (systematic reviews and primary trials) exists for 10 approaches to manage low back pain. The quantity of available evidence has continued to increase over time. The quantity and large heterogeneity of inclusion criteria in available systematic reviews may influence conflicting recommendations in clinical practice guidelines. Justification of the need for further systematic reviews and primary trials is essential to avoid potential research redundancy.