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Effects of the carrier frequency of interferential current on pain modulation in patients with chronic nonspecific low back pain: a protocol of a randomised controlled trial.

Author: CorrêaJuliana Barbosa, CostaLeonardo Oliveira Pena, LiebanoRichard Eloin, SlukaKathleen A, de OliveiraNaiane Teixeira Bastos

Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
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Overview

Low back pain is a major health problem, causing pain, disability, and poor quality of life. While electrical stimulation has been studied for back pain, there are no high-quality studies using interferential current (IFC) that examine not only pain but also how pain works and function.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Low back pain is an important public health problem that is associated with poor quality of life and disability. Among the electrophysical treatments, interferential current (IFC) has not been studied in patients with low back pain in a high-quality randomised controlled trial examining not only pai...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3700815/

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Effects of the Carrier Frequency of Interferential Current on Pain Modulation in Patients with Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain: A Protocol of a Randomized Controlled Trial

The field of [pain management] is constantly seeking innovative approaches to treat [chronic nonspecific low back pain]. This study presents a protocol for a [randomized controlled trial] designed to investigate the impact of [interferential current (IFC)] with varying [carrier frequencies] on [pain modulation] in [patients with chronic low back pain]. The researchers aim to rigorously compare the effectiveness of different [IFC] parameters in alleviating [low back pain] and improving [functional outcomes] for patients.

Interferential Current: A Potential Treatment for Chronic Low Back Pain?

The study protocol suggests that [IFC] might be a promising treatment option for [chronic low back pain]. The researchers plan to explore the effects of different [carrier frequencies] on [pain modulation] and [functional outcomes] in [patients]. The findings of this study could provide valuable insights into the optimal use of [IFC] for treating [low back pain].

Potential Benefits of Interferential Current for Low Back Pain

The study's findings could help us understand the potential benefits of [IFC] for [chronic low back pain] and identify the optimal [carrier frequencies] to maximize its effectiveness. This research could lead to the development of more targeted and effective treatment strategies for [low back pain], offering relief to countless individuals struggling with this debilitating condition.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This [randomized controlled trial] protocol is like a roadmap through the desert of [chronic low back pain], guiding researchers towards potential solutions. The study's findings could offer valuable insights into the effectiveness of [IFC] and pave the way for better management of [low back pain].

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2013-10-22
  2. Date Revised 2021-10-21
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

23802771

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC3700815

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