Network meta-analysis of moxibustion-based therapies for lumbar disc herniation pain and function
Moxibustion Plus Massage Beats Standard Care For Back Pain
This systematic review and network meta-analysis synthesized evidence on moxibustion-based combination therapies for lumbar disc herniation.…
New research shows that adding moxibustion to massage or acupuncture works better than standard care alone for treating slipped discs.
Risk factors for recurrence in patients undergoing percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy for lumbar disc herniation
Back Surgery Worked — So Why Did the Disc Come Back?
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated 14,454 patients undergoing percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy (PELD) for lumbar di…
A large analysis of nearly 15,000 patients identifies who is most likely to need repeat back surgery — and what lifestyle factors make recur…
Combined aquatic and Pilates exercise improves outcomes in women with lumbar disc herniation
For back pain from a slipped disc, does adding Pilates to water workouts help more?
In a randomized controlled trial of 45 women with mild to moderate lumbar disc herniation, both aquatic exercise and combined aquatic-Pilate…
Women with slipped discs gained better mobility and daily function by adding Pilates to water workouts, outperforming those who exercised in…
Questions about Lumbar Disc Herniation
Will percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy reduce the risk of my lumbar disc herniation recurring?
Percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy (PELD) has a re-herniation rate similar to open surgery, but certain risk factors like smoking, diabetes, and high BMI increase recurrence risk.
Full answer →How does moxibustion-based therapy compare to other treatments for my lumbar disc herniation function?
Moxibustion combined with other treatments like acupuncture or traction improves pain and function more than moxibustion alone for lumbar disc herniation, though surgery remains an option for some patients.
Full answer →Does combining aquatic exercise with Pilates work better for women with lumbar disc herniation?
A 2024 trial found that combining aquatic exercise with Pilates improved spinal mobility, disability, and quality of life more than aquatic exercise alone in women with mild to moderate lumbar disc herniation.
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