Hegmann, Kurt T., MD Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine: April 2019 – Volume 61 – Issue 4 – p e155–e168 doi: 10.1097/JOM.0000000000001551 ACOEM PRACTICE GUIDELINE Objective: The aim of this study was to summarize evidence-based diagnostic guidelines for low back disorders. Methods: A comprehensive literature review was conducted. A total of 101 articles of high or […]
Jjournal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies April 2019 Volume 23, Issue 2, Pages 241–246 F. Gedin Abstract Background Chiropractic care is a common but not often investigated treatment option for back pain in Sweden. The aim of this study was to explore patient-reported outcomes (PRO) for patients with back pain seeking chiropractic care in Sweden. Methods Prospective […]
Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2019 Mar 7;2019:6173412. doi: 10.1155/2019/6173412. eCollection 2019. Lai HC Abstract Pain can trigger central amplification called central sensitization, which ultimately results in hyperalgesia and/or allodynia. Many reports have showed acupuncture has an analgesic effect. We searched the related article on PubMed database and Cochrane database to discover central sensitization pathway […]
The Journal of Pain K. Isenburg, M. Loggia April 2019 Volume 20, Issue 4, Supplement, Page S42 Abstract Chronic low back pain (cLBP) has been associated with maladaptive brain plasticity, and non-pharmacological therapies such as Spinal Manipulative Therapy (SMT) have shown promise in reducing pain and modifying intrinsic brain physiology. However, more translational research is […]
Hum Mov Sci. 2019 Mar 22;66:31-37. doi: 10.1016/j.humov.2019.03.012. [Epub ahead of print] Gallagher KM. Abstract Standing is commonly recommended to reduce sedentary behavior in the workplace; however, constrained prolonged standing has also been linked to musculoskeletal symptoms, such as low back pain (LBP). Light physical activity breaks, such as walking, may change lumbar spine posture […]
SPINE. Publish Ahead of Print():, MAR 2019 DOI: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000003051 , PMID: 30985571 Issn Print: Model.IssnPrint Publication Date: 2019/03/01 Peter Udby Abstract Study Design. A comparative cohort study with 13-year follow-up. Objective. To assess whether Modic Changes (MCs) are associated with long-term physical disability, back pain and sick leave. Summary of Background Data. Previous studies have […]
~ Study investigates role of psychiatric disorders in sleep-pain relationship by Judy George, Contributing Writer, MedPage Today March 12, 2019 DENVER — The presence of a psychiatric disorder did not appear to influence relationships between pain and sleep, researchers reported here. Sleep and pain were significantly correlated and their association was similar regardless of whether […]
Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy Bryan M. Bond Published online: 05 Mar 2019 ABSTRACT Objectives: The long-term goal of our study is to improve the understanding of the biological mechanisms associated with spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) in low back pain. Methods: This project involved a pilot randomized, blinded clinical trial (ClinicalTrials.gov registration number NCT03078114) […]
Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice Volume 34, February 2019, Pages 51-63 Kosaku Aoyagi Highlights • Fourteen studies in spinal mobilization alone for low back pain were assessed. • The quality of the studies was moderate to high. • The outcomes of pain, function and range of motion have higher level of evidence. • Future studies may […]
Brigitte Wirth Chiropractic & Manual Therapies 2019 27:6 https://doi.org/10.1186/s12998-018-0225-8© The Author(s). 2019 Received: 16 May 2018Accepted: 13 December 2018Published: 5 February 2019 Background A close collaboration between surgeons and non-surgical spine experts is crucial for optimal care of low back pain (LBP) patients. The affiliation of a chiropractic teaching clinic to a university hospital with […]
Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Elizabeth Arnold Highlights Early physical therapy is within 30 days of the index visit for acute low back pain Early physical therapy for acute low back pain reduces health services utilization Early versus delayed physical therapy is more cost-effective Results are mixed for early physical therapy versus usual care […]
JAMA — Robertson K, et al. | January 15, 2019 Researchers investigated gabapentin (GBP) vs pregabalin (PGB) head to head for the treatment of chronic sciatica (CS). As per findings, both pregabalin and GBP were significantly efficacious. However, fewer and less severe adverse events noted with GBP support its superiority. They recommend initiating gabapentin before […]
The Spine Journal Volume 19, Issue 2, February 2019, Pages 225-231 Alexander Real BS Abstract Background Context Low back pain (LBP) is a common complaint in clinical practice of multifactorial origin. Although obesity has been thought to contribute to LBP primarily by altering the distribution of mechanical loads on the spine, the additional contribution of […]
Published Monday 14 January 2019 By Maria Cohut Most people struggle with back pain at some point, and its effects on the quality of life can be far-reaching. A new study looks at the outcomes of different types of back pain over time in a representative cohort. Past research has shown that back pain — specifically lower back pain […]
Article in Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · December 2018 with 95 Reads DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2018.11.004 Abstract Objectives: To evaluate the effect of spinal mobilization with leg movement (SMWLM) on low back and leg pain intensity, disability, pain centralization, and patient satisfaction in participants with lumbar radiculopathy. Design: A double-blind randomized controlled trial. Setting: General hospital. Participants: Adults (N=60; […]
Journal of Chiropractic Medicine Volume 17, Issue 4, December 2018, Pages 217-225 Original research Bushra Ansari MPT Abstract Objective The purpose of this study was to investigate the electromyographic activity of lumbar multifidus (MF) and erector spinae (ES) muscle during forward walking (FW) and backward walking (BW) in participants with and without chronic low back […]
The Spine Journal Volume 18, Issue 12, December 2018, Pages 2288-2296 KuanWang MD Abstract BACKGROUND CONTEXT Anterior vertebral body osteophytes are common with degeneration but their biomechanical influence on the whole lumbar spine remains unclear. PURPOSE To investigate the biomechanical influence of anterior vertebral body osteophytes on the whole lumbar spine. STUDY DESIGN/SETTING This is […]
The Spine Journal Volume 18, Issue 12, December 2018, Pages 2266-2277 Hazel J.JenkinsMChir, PhD candidate Abstract Background Context The problem of imaging patients with low back pain (LBP) when it is not indicated is well recognized. The converse is also possible, although rarely considered. The extent of these two problems is presently unclear. Purpose This […]
Asian J Neurosurg. 2018 Oct-Dec; 13(4): 1078–1083. doi: [10.4103/ajns.AJNS_169_17] PMCID: PMC6208195 PMID: 30459872 Roop Singh Abstract Background: Low back pain (LBP) is one of the most common medical complaints and leading cause of workforce loss in many countries. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a highly sensitive method for the detection of lesions in the spine […]
J Physiother. 2014 Jun;60(2):90-6. doi: 10.1016/j.jphys.2014.05.003. Epub 2014 Jun 10. Patrícia do Carmo Silva Parreira Abstract Question: For people with chronic low back pain, does Kinesio Taping, applied according to the treatment manual to create skin convolutions, reduce pain and disability more than a simple application without convolutions? Design: Randomised trial with concealed allocation, intention-to-treat analysis and blinded […]