Spine

The most recent articles from: Spine April 2021

Spine · Apr 2021

Meta Analysis Comparative Study

Percutaneous Transforaminal Endoscopic Discectomy versus Open Microdiscectomy for Lumbar Disc Herniation: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Systematic review and meta-analysis. ⋯ There is moderate quality evidence suggesting no difference in leg pain or functional status at intermediate and long-term follow-up between PTED and OM in the treatment of LDH. High quality, robust studies reporting on clinical outcomes and cost-effectiveness on the long term are lacking.Level of Evidence: 2.

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Spine · Apr 2021

Meta Analysis

Moderators of the effect of spinal manipulative therapy on pain relief and function in patients with chronic low back pain: An individual participant data meta-analysis.

Individual participant data (IPD) meta-analysis. ⋯ We did not identify any moderators that enable clinicians to identify which patients are likely to benefit more from SMT compared to other treatments.Level of Evidence: 2.

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