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Targeting Patient Subgroups With Chronic Low Back Pain for Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment: Responder Analyses From a Randomized Controlled Trial.

Author: AryalSubhash, GatchelRobert J, LicciardoneJohn C

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.

Overview

Osteopathic manipulative treatment was effective in reducing low back pain intensity. Patients with baseline pain scores of 35 mm or greater showed large treatment effects. OMT was also effective for improving back-specific functioning in patients with baseline scores of 7 or greater on the Roland-Morris Disability Questionnaire.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
CONTEXT: Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) is often used to treat patients with low back pain (LBP). OBJECTIVE: To identify subgroups of patients with chronic LBP who achieve medium to large treatment effects with OMT based on responder analyses involving pain and functioning outcomes from t...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.7556/jaoa.2016.032

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Targeted Treatment for Chronic Low Back Pain: A Guiding Oasis

This study, like a well-placed oasis in the desert of chronic low back pain, explores the effectiveness of osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) in treating patients with chronic low back pain (LBP). The researchers conducted a randomized controlled trial involving 455 patients, meticulously assessing the effectiveness of OMT compared to a sham treatment. The study revealed that OMT was associated with significant improvement in pain intensity, particularly in patients with higher baseline pain levels. Interestingly, the study also found that OMT led to substantial improvement in back-specific functioning, especially in patients with higher baseline disability scores. This study provides valuable insights for identifying patients who are likely to benefit most from OMT, potentially leading to more personalized and effective treatment approaches.

Unlocking the Potential of Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment

The study suggests that OMT can be an effective treatment option for chronic low back pain, particularly in patients with higher baseline pain and disability levels. This information can help healthcare providers to better target their treatment strategies, potentially leading to improved patient outcomes.

Navigating the Path to Pain Relief

This study provides a valuable roadmap for navigating the desert of chronic low back pain. It suggests that OMT can be a helpful tool for pain relief, especially when tailored to individual patient characteristics. This research encourages a more personalized approach to pain management, potentially leading to better outcomes for those struggling with chronic low back pain.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study offers a promising oasis in the desert of chronic low back pain. It suggests that OMT can be an effective treatment, particularly for those with higher baseline pain and disability levels. The study's findings have important implications for personalized pain management strategies.
Date :
  1. Date Completed 2017-01-24
  2. Date Revised 2017-01-24
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

26927909

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.7556/jaoa.2016.032

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