Preliminary Trial Finds Possible Benefits of Osteopathic Treatment for Back Pain During the Third Trimester of Pregnancy

Preliminary Trial Finds Possible Benefits of Osteopathic Treatment for Back Pain During the Third Trimester of Pregnancy
Most pregnant women experience low-back pain, which often is associated with sleep disturbance and can affect daily activities. Because of possible risks associated with many pain medications, pregnant women and their prenatal care providers often consider using complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies, such as massage and spinal manipulation, for back pain. In a recent NCCAM-funded study, researchers at the University of North Texas investigated the effects of osteopathic manipulative treatment on back pain during the third trimester of pregnancy.In this exploratory trial, 144 women in weeks 28–30 of pregnancy received usual obstetrical care only, usual care plus a systematic osteopathic manipulative treatment protocol provided by an osteopathic specialist, or usual ca…

CBT sessions ‘help’ back pain

CBT sessions ‘help’ back pain
Conclusion This well conducted randomised controlled trial found that group CBT was of benefit to people with chronic lower back pain compared with individuals who received one-off advice on how to manage their condition through activity modifications and symptom control. Although the therapy was effective, the researchers noted that 63% of people attended ‘sufficient’ CBT sessions to potentially benefit and 11% did not attend any of the sessions. Further research would be required to find out how to increase the numbers who attended the sessions. People who received CBT were also unlikely to have been using this intervention in isolation to manage their back pain, as advice was given to them about modifying their activities and pain medications. It should also be noted that this manag…

Back Problems? Try Cold Laser Therapy Solutions!

Back Problems? Try Cold Laser Therapy Solutions!
The newest treatment for back problems is hitting the medical field with astounding results. Chiropractors are choosing Cold Laser Therapy as a solution to patients’ chronic back pains. There are many benefits of laser therapy over traditional invasive surgeries or simple pain medications, and it is surprising how naturally the lasers actually work on the body’s cell tissues.

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A 38-year-old woman was the driver of a stopped car that was struck from behind by another vehicle. She developed sudden flexion and extension of her back, but without head trauma or change in level of consciousness. On the evening of the accident, she presented to the emergency room with severe mid and low back pain, and right knee pain, but was discharged with pain medications. One week following the accident, the pain became increasingly severe. For the past 6 months, she has been unable to work and is on disability. Chiropractic treatment, trigger-point injections, epidural injections and physical therapy, nonsteroidal anti–inflammatory drugs, muscle relaxers, and hydrocodone provided no or minimal relief. An MRI of the thoracic spine revealed a subacute appearing left paracentral di…

Medications for Back Pain and Neck Pain

Medications for Back Pain and Neck Pain
Pain medications for the treatment of back pain, neck pain, and other symptoms associated with pain.

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Low Back Pain-Medications
Read about pain medications for low back pain.

Back Pain Medications - Stop Using Pain Killers Before They Kill You

Back Pain Medications - Stop Using Pain Killers Before They Kill You
This is a world where people could not live without drugs. When you’re sick, you tend to look for doctor for some medications. When you’re suffering constant back pain, the first thing you are given is definitely opioid or narcotic, aka pain killers.

Pain Meds Are Most Common Cause Of Death After Spinal Fusion Surgery: Middle-Aged Men With Disk Degeneration At Highest Risk

Pain Meds Are Most Common Cause Of Death After Spinal Fusion Surgery: Middle-Aged Men With Disk Degeneration At Highest Risk
Pain medications are involved in more than 20 percent of deaths occurring in the years after spinal fusion surgery for low back pain, reports a study in the April 1 issue of Spine. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

 

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Back Pain Medications - Can Prescription Drugs For Chronic Back Pain Mask Brain Tumors?

Back Pain Medications - Can Prescription Drugs For Chronic Back Pain Mask Brain Tumors?
Some people use prescription pain medication long-term to help relieve their chronic back pain. Can these drugs prevent detection of a more serious problem, such as a brain tumor? Find out as you read this article.

Study shows opioid painkillers help workers with low back pain

Study shows opioid painkillers help workers with low back pain
For workers with chronic low back pain, taking opioid pain medications can significantly improve their ability to lift and perform other work-related physical tasks, according to study published in The Journal of Pain, the peer review publication of the American Pain Society. (Source: Pain / Anesthetics News From Medical News Today)

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