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Superficial heat or cold for low back pain.

Author: CameronM, EstermanA J, FrenchS D, ReggarsJ W, WalkerB F

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Meta-AnalysisA statistical technique that integrates the results of multiple studies to draw more general conclusions about a particular issue.
ReviewAn article that critically examines existing research on a particular topic and summarizes the current state of knowledge in the field.
Systematic ReviewA review that systematically collects, evaluates, and integrates relevant research to answer a specific research question.

Overview

Heat wrap therapy significantly reduced pain in patients with acute and sub-acute low-back pain compared to placebo. One trial showed that adding exercise to heat wrap therapy further reduced pain. Evidence for the effectiveness of cold therapy for low-back pain is limited and inconclusive.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: Heat and cold are commonly utilised in the treatment of low-back pain by both health care professionals and people with low-back pain. OBJECTIVES: To assess the effects of superficial heat and cold therapy for low-back pain in adults. SEARCH STRATEGY: We searched the Cochrane Back Revi...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8846312/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Heat or Cold for Low Back Pain: A Question of Relief

Low back pain is a common ailment, and many people seek relief through heat or cold therapy. This review examines the evidence supporting the use of superficial heat and cold for low back pain.

A Review of Heat and Cold Therapy

The authors analyzed several clinical trials investigating the effects of heat and cold therapy on low back pain. They found some evidence suggesting that heat wrap therapy may provide short-term pain relief, particularly for acute and sub-acute pain. However, the evidence for the use of cold therapy is much weaker.

Navigating the Options for Back Pain Relief

This review highlights the need for further research to determine the effectiveness of heat and cold therapy for low back pain. It's like searching for the best path through a desert, exploring different options to find the most effective route to relief.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

The search for relief from low back pain is like a journey through a desert, with different strategies providing varying degrees of comfort. While heat may offer some benefits, more research is needed to determine the optimal approach for managing low back pain.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2006-04-07
  2. Date Revised 2022-03-17
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

16437495

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC8846312

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