Researchers identify modifiable triggers of acute low back pain
Modifiable factors such as awkward postures, fatigue and distraction can increase odds of acute episodes…
Acupuncture back pain success determined by psychological factors
A study has shown that people receiving acupuncture for lower back pain will derive less…
SLU scientist finds higher opioid doses associated with increase in depression
Scherrer hopes further studies will lead to improved pain managementPatients who increased doses of opioid…
Twin study lends new insights into link between back pain and depression
Genetic factors help to explain the commonly found association between low back pain and depression,…
Minimally invasive spinal fusion: Less pain, faster recovery, smaller scar
A minimally invasive spinal fusion back surgery results in less blood loss, less postoperative pain,…
Early imaging for back pain in older adults not associated with better outcomes
Older adults who had spine imaging within 6 weeks of a new primary care visit…
Low Back Pain and Obesity, Smoking, Drinking…
Researchers say that modifying these factors might help ease condition