Sciatica | Top 8 novel treatment findings

Intrathecal morphine reduces PELD pain

The study aims to demonstrate that ITM significantly reduces intraoperative pain intensity during PELD, improving overall patient satisfaction and postoperative recovery.

Study published: 2021-12-11

Therapeutic education reduces chronic pain

The expected outcomes include reduced pain levels, improved understanding of pain mechanisms, enhanced coping strategies, and measurable changes in BDNF levels, indicating positive brain plasticity changes.

Study published: 2023-07-23

Total hip replacement surgery reduces chronic pain in patients with sciatic nerve damage.

The study highlights the need for early detection and management of sciatic nerve neuropathy to improve post-operative outcomes and reduce chronic pain syndromes.

Study published: 2021-10-14

Visual arts alleviate persistent pain

All studies reported statistically significant improvements in pain levels among participants engaged in visual arts activities, indicating a positive impact on pain management and psychosocial well-being.

Study published: 2023-05-28

Natural topical product alleviates pain

The intervention resulted in immediate pain and stiffness reduction, sustained pain relief over 14 days, and improved recovery perception compared to placebo.

Study published: 2021-11-05

Oral corticosteroids reduce acute sciatic pain in patients with nerve root compression.

The study aims to identify predictors of a positive response to prednisone treatment, with expectations of improved pain and function in patients with acute sciatic pain.

Study published: 2021-02-25

High-frequency spinal cord stimulation improves disability in patients with neuropathic back pain.

Patients who could walk for extended periods before pain worsened and those whose pain was consistent throughout the day showed significant improvement in the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) after SCS.

Study published: 2024-05-02

Pain education reduces disability and pain

The intervention led to significant reductions in pain intensity (mean difference 3.5, p < 0.001) and disability (mean difference 8.2, p < 0.001), as well as improvements in overall well-being (mean difference 13.7, p < 0.001) compared to standard care.

Study published: 2023-10-31