chronic low back pain

Efficacy and Safety of Acupuncture for Chronic Low Back Pain in Older Adults: Results from a Multisite Randomized Clinical Trial

By MedXY 09/20/2025

A multisite randomized trial demonstrates that acupuncture, both standard and enhanced, significantly improves chronic low back pain-related disability in older adults compared to usual medical care, with sustained benefits and a favorable safety profile.

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Comparative Effectiveness of Cupping and Scraping Therapy Versus NSAIDs for Chronic Nonspecific Low-Back Pain: Insights from a Multicenter Randomized Trial

By MedXY 08/26/2025

A recent multicenter randomized trial demonstrates superior short-term efficacy of cupping and scraping therapy with medicated balm over NSAIDs with capsaicin plasters in reducing pain and improving quality of life for chronic nonspecific low-back pain.

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Cognitive Functional Therapy Provides Lasting Relief for Chronic Low Back Pain: Insights from the 3-Year RESTORE Trial

By MedXY 08/16/2025

The RESTORE trial demonstrates that cognitive functional therapy (CFT), with or without movement sensor biofeedback, delivers sustained pain relief and improved physical function in chronic low back pain over three years, outperforming usual care.

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Walking More Than 100 Minutes Daily May Lower Risk of Chronic Low Back Pain

By MedXY 07/31/2025

A large prospective cohort study links daily walking of over 100 minutes to reduced risk of chronic low back pain, emphasizing walking volume over intensity as a preventive strategy.