Lumbar Spine & Low Back Pain

Nonopioid pharmacological management of acute low back pain: A level I of evidence systematic review

Journal of Orthopedic Research Alice Baroncini, Nicola Maffulli, Hazim Al-Zyoud, Andreas Bell, Aleksandar Sevic, Filippo Migliorini First published: 22 February 2023 https://doi.org/10.1002/jor.25508 Abstract Acute low back pain (LBP) imposes a significant socioeconomical burden as it is the condition that, worldwide, cause the most disability. Nonetheless, the literature regarding the best pharmacological management of acute LBP […]

Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy Displays the Structural and Biochemical Effects of Spinal Manipulative Therapy in Lumbar Discogenic Pain: a case report

SN Comprehensive Clinical Medicine https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-2596102/v1 Jessica F Billham Abstract INTRODUCTION: We report utility of magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) in identifying the intervertebral disc (IVD) as a pain generator, describe the contemporary pathophysiology underlying biochemical and structural components of discogenic low back pain (DLBP), and exhibit therapeutic responses to spinal manipulation. CLINICAL FEATURES: A 29-year old […]

Effect of Dry Cupping Therapy on Pain and Functional Disability in Persistent Non-Specific Low Back Pain: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial

J Acupunct Meridian Stud. 2021 Dec 31;14(6):219-230. doi: 10.51507/j.jams.2021.14.6.219. Marianna de Melo Salemi 1, Vanessa Maria da Silva Alves Gomes 1, Laylla Marjorye Rebouças Bezerra 1, Thania Maion de Souza Melo 1, Geisa Guimarães de Alencar 1, Iracema Hermes Pires de Mélo Montenegro 2, Alessandra Paula de Melo Calado Abstract Background: Cupping therapy is used […]

Effectiveness and Safety of Inelastic Versus Elastic Lumbosacral Orthoses on Low Back Pain Prevention in Healthy Nurses

A Randomized Controlled Trial Hu, Jianzhong PhD SPINE: May 01, 2022 – Volume 47 – Issue 9 – p 656-665 doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000004258 Abstract Objective. To evaluate the effects of inelastic and elastic lumbosacral orthoses (LSOs) on the prevention of low back pain (LBP) in healthy nurses. Summary of Background Data. Over 80% of people experience […]

Association Between Family History of Surgically Treated Low Back Pain and Adolescent Low Back Pain

Heikkala, Eveliina PhD SPINE: May 01, 2022 – Volume 47 – Issue 9 – p 649-655 doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000004345 Abstract Objective. To study the associations between a family history of surgically treated low back pain (LBP) and adolescent LBP. Summary of Background Data. A family history of LBP is related to adolescent LBP, but whether a […]

Have chronic low back pain? Try meditation

Published April 27, 2022 | Originally published on Keck School of Medicine of USC – Research News Millions of people suffer from chronic low back pain around the country. It’s a common condition that can keep people from doing the things they want to do, and it can have a negative impact on one’s overall […]

Pain Reprocessing Therapy vs Placebo and Usual Care for Chronic Back Pain

Published in Primary Care Journal Scan / Research · February 28, 2022 JAMA Psychiatry TAKE-HOME MESSAGE This randomized clinical trial with a 1-year follow-up period with longitudinal fMRI and clinical assessment evaluated whether pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) provided substantial and durable pain relief in patients with chronic back pain compared with placebo and usual care. […]

Association Between Sleep Disturbance and Low Back Pain

A 3-Year Longitudinal Study After the Great East Japan Earthquake Yabe, Yutaka MD, PhD SPINE: February 15, 2022 – Volume 47 – Issue 4 – p 361-368 doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000004234 Study Design. A longitudinal study. Objective. The aim of this study was to clarify the association between sleep disturbance and low back pain (LBP) using 3-year […]

Initial Choice of Spinal Manipulation Reduces Escalation of Care for Chronic Low Back Pain Among Older Medicare Beneficiaries

Whedon, James M. DC, MS SPINE: February 15, 2022 – Volume 47 – Issue 4 – p E142-E148 doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000004118 Study Design. We combined elements of cohort and crossover-cohort design. Objective. The objective of this study was to compare longterm outcomes for spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) and opioid analgesic therapy (OAT) regarding escalation of care […]

Relationship between systemic inflammation and recovery over 12 months after an acute episode of low back pain

The Spine Journal VOLUME 22, ISSUE 2, P214-225, FEBRUARY 01, 2022 Highlights •  Early transiently raised C-reactive protein associated with good long-term recovery after acute back pain. •  Persistent tumor necrosis factor overexpression associated with poor long-term recovery after acute back pain. •  Psychological and sleep status during acute back pain did not predict future […]

Non-operative treatment for lumbar spinal stenosis with neurogenic claudication: an updated systematic review – Full Text Article

Ammendolia C, Hofkirchner C, Plener J, et al. Non-operative treatment for lumbar spinal stenosis with neurogenic claudication: an updated systematic review. BMJ Open 2022;12:e057724. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-057724 Abstract Objectives Neurogenic claudication due to lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) is a growing health problem in older adults. We updated our previous Cochrane review (2013) to determine the effectiveness […]

The inter-rater reliability of clinical observation of prone hip extension and association between aberrant movement and chronic low back pain

Musculoskeletal Science and Practice Volume 57, February 2022, 102476 Sasithorn Kong-Oun Highlights •  Clinicians should observe lumbar extension and pelvic rotation during prone hip extension. •  Clinical observation of prone hip extension demonstrates sufficient inter-rater reliability. •  Presence of aberrant movement pattern is associated with chronic low back pain. Abstract Background Clinical observation of aberrant […]

Bidirectional Association Between Sleep Quality and Low Back Pain in Older Adults

Priscila K. Morelhão, PhD Published: December 27, 2021 DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2021.11.009 Abstract Objective To investigate the bidirectional relationship by determining whether baseline sleep quality predicts pain intensity and whether baseline pain intensity predicts sleep quality in older individuals with chronic low back pain (LBP). Design A prospective longitudinal cohort study with a 6-month follow-up period. Setting Community. […]

The Association of Lumbosacral Transitional Vertebrae with Low Back Pain and Lumbar Degenerative Findings in MRI

A Large Cohort Study Hanhivaara, Jaakko MDa,b; Määttä, Juhani H. MD, PhDb,c; Karppinen, Jaro MD, PhDb; Niinimäki, Jaakko MD, PhDa,b,c; Nevalainen, Mika T. MD, PhDa,b,c SPINE: January 15, 2022 – Volume 47 – Issue 2 – p 153-162 doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000004244 Study Design. A cross-sectional study of the Northern Finland Birth Cohort 1966 (NFBC1966). Objective. To […]

When Treating Coexisting Low Back Pain and Hip Impairments, Focus on the Back: Adding Specific Hip Treatment Does Not Yield Additional Benefits-A Randomized Controlled Trial

J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2021 Nov 16;1-48. doi: 10.2519/jospt.2021.10593. Online ahead of print. Scott A Burns PMID: 34784246 DOI: 10.2519/jospt.2021.10593 Abstract Objective: To determine if adding hip treatment to usual low back pain care improved disability and pain for individuals with low back pain (LBP) and a concurrent hip impairment. Design: Randomized controlled trial. […]

Virtual Reality for Chronic Back Pain Wins FDA Nod

— Immersive system incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy and other techniques by Judy George, Senior Staff Writer, MedPage Today November 16, 2021 An immersive virtual reality (VR) system incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and other methods was approved to help treat chronic lower back pain, the FDA announced Tuesday. “Millions of adults in the United States are living […]

Exercise therapy for chronic low back pain

Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2021 Sep 28;9(9):CD009790. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD009790.pub2. Jill A Hayden 1, Jenna Ellis 1, Rachel Ogilvie 1, Antti Malmivaara 2, Maurits W van Tulder 3 PMID: 34580864 PMCID: PMC8477273 (available on 2022-09-28) DOI: 10.1002/14651858.CD009790.pub2 Abstract Background: Low back pain has been the leading cause of disability globally for at least the past three decades […]

The predictors for altered central pain modulation in individuals with nonspecific chronic low back pain: A systematic review

Manisha Subramanian MPT (musculoskeletal),Prem Venkatesan Pt, PhD, First published: 22 September 2021 https://doi.org/10.1111/papr.13081 Abstract Background Research suggests that the prognosis of chronic nonspecific low back pain is poor when there is an alteration in the central pain processing pathway. This alteration creates a cascade of events, leading to poor outcomes. An overview of the predictors […]

Retraction of lumbar disc herniation achieved by noninvasive techniques: A case report

World J Clin Cases. 2021 Sep 26;9(27):8082-8089. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v9.i27.8082. Ping Wang 1, Cai Chen 2, Qing-Hao Zhang 3, Guo-Dong Sun 4, Cong-An Wang 5, Wei Li 6 PMID: 34621865 PMCID: PMC8462224 DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v9.i27.8082 Abstract Background: Lumbar disc herniation (LDH) has emerged as one of the most common causes of low back pain. The routine treatment approach […]

Risk factors for non-specific low back pain in older people: a systematic review with meta-analysis

Felício, D.C., Filho, J.E., de Oliveira, T.M.D. et al. Risk factors for non-specific low back pain in older people: a systematic review with meta-analysis. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-021-03959-0 Abstract Purpose To conduct a systematic review about risk factors associated with non-specific low back pain (LBP) in older people. Methods The study protocol was […]