Effect of Herbal Medicine Treatment on Chronic Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Journal · Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2025)
Original authors · Lee KJ, Park YH, Hwang SB, et al.
DOI · 10.1016/j.jep.2025.118542
Summary
Twenty-eight randomized controlled trials analyzing the effect of herbal medicine alone or in combination on chronic low back pain were meta-analyzed. Pain, function, and quality of life indicators were compared between the herbal medicine group and the NSAID control group.
Key figures
VAS Reduction
2.4 points
Number of Participants
3,120 subjects
Conclusion
Herbal medicine treatment demonstrated effects equivalent to NSAIDs for pain reduction and functional improvement in chronic low back pain with fewer gastrointestinal side effects.
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