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increase in loose connective tissue) correlates with increased pain. A recent study using ultrasonography found a correlation between a decrease in range of motion and increase in deep fascial thickness in the neck.48 A value of
0.15 mm of sternocleidomastoid fascia was proposed as a cutoff value that allows the diagnosis of myofascial disease in patients with chronic neck pain. In addition, there are changes in both the histologic structure (increased inflammation and microcalcifications) and the degree of innervation (loss of nerve fibers) of the thoracolumbar fascia in patients with chronic low back pain, which indicate a possible role of fascia in lumbar pain.49 A recent study found thoracolumbar fascia shear strain was approximately 20% lower in patients with low back pain, potentially implicating the intrinsic connective tissue pathology of decreased gliding in these patients.
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A Cochrane review of massage therapy for adults with nonspecific low back pain included 25 randomized controlled trials with more than 3,000 participants.51 The quality of evidence was deemed low or very low because of bias and imprecision. Results showed that for acute low back pain, massage was better than inactive controls for pain, but not for function in the short term (less than 3 months). For subacute and chronic low back pain, massage was better than inactive controls for pain and function in the short term, but not in the long term (more than 3 months). However, when compared with active controls, which included manipulation, mobilization, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, acupuncture, traction, relaxation, physical therapy, exercises, or self-care education, massage was better for pain both in the short- and long-term follow-ups, but no differences were found for function. There were no reports of serious adverse events in any of the massage therapy trials. Increased pain intensity was the most common adverse event reported in 1.5% to 25% of the participants.
A few trials have been performed to specifically analyze fascial manipulation. In a recent randomized controlled trial of 24 patients, the effectiveness of fascial manipulation with physical therapy was compared with physical therapy alone.52 Results showed those receiving fascial manipulation had statistically and clinically significant improvement in the short term (end of treatment) for all outcomes (assessed with the visual analog scale and brief pain inventory, function with the Roland-Morris Disability Questionnaire, and state of well-being with the Medical Outcomes Study 36-Item Short Form Health Survey) and in the medium term (1 to 3
months; assessed with the visual analog scale and brief pain inventory) compared with physical therapy alone. Another study showed fascial manipulation may improve cervical range of motion more than standard therapy in patients with whiplash.53 There also have been a few trials studying myofascial release. A recent study showed that dynamic ultrasound evaluation can be used to monitor effective sliding motion of fascial layers in vivo, and myofascial release is an effective manual technique to release the areas of impaired sliding fascial mobility and improve pain perception over a short term (3 days) in individuals with nonspecific neck pain or low back pain.54 In a randomized, single-blinded, parallel group study of 59 patients with neck pain, 29 patients were treated with manual therapies and 30 patients were treated with myofascial release.55 The study showed that after five sessions, the group treated with myofascial release had better advanced position of the head, better range of motion in side bending and rotation, and improved quality of life compared with the manual treatment group. Another study analyzed myofascial release compared with sham control for chronic low back pain, with both treatments used as an adjunct to specific back exercises.56 The study found that the myofascial release group performed better than the control group after 8 weeks of treatment and at 12 weeks based on the McGill Pain Questionnaire and the Quebec Back Pain Disability Scale.
Herbal Medicines and Supplements
A recent Cochrane review of herbal medicines for low back pain included 14 randomized controlled trials with more than 2,000 participants with acute, subacute, and chronic low back pain.57 The results of the included trials suggest that specific herbal medicines may be effective for short-term improvement in pain (4 to 6 weeks) and functional status for individuals with acute flare-ups of chronic, nonspecific low back pain. The review found that topical Capsicum frutescens (cayenne) had the best evidence for reducing pain more than placebo. Other herbal medicines, such as Harpagophytum
procumbens (devil’s claw), Salix alba (white willow bark), Symphytum officinale (comfrey), Solidagochilensis Meyen (Brazilian arnica), and
lavender essential oil also seem to reduce pain more than placebo, although evidence for these supplements was of moderate quality at best. No
substantial adverse events were noted in these trials, but a few patients reported mild gastrointestinal discomfort and skin irritation. Capsicum, better known as chili peppers, contains a chemical called capsaicin, which is a neurotoxin that irritates the skin to reduce pain by causing defunctionalization of nociceptive pain fibers. Devil’s claw is an herb native to Africa that has fruit covered in hooks, and it contains chemicals that might decrease inflammation, swelling, and pain. White willow bark contains a chemical called salicin that acts similar to aspirin. Comfrey is a plant that contains allantoin, which is thought to stimulate cell growth and repair, while depressing inflammation. However, it also contains hepatotoxic chemicals called pyrrolizidine alkaloids and, therefore, should only be used topically. Brazilian arnica is a plant from the daisy family; the flower of the plant is used to make medicines with anti-inflammatory properties.
A review of randomized controlled trials analyzing cannabinoids for chronic pain associated with rheumatic conditions (back pain, fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis) found that superiority of cannabinoids over controls (placebo, amitriptyline) was inconsistent. Cannabinoid receptors are widely distributed throughout the central and peripheral nervous systems and also may be found in peripheral nonnervous tissue. It is hypothesized that cannabinoids function to reduce sensitization of nociceptive sensory pathways and induce alterations in cognitive and autonomic processing in states of chronic pain. Engaging the system may provide therapeutic effects for pain and inflammation. Cannabinoids were generally well tolerated and safe during study duration despite some troublesome side effects. Currently, there is insufficient evidence for recommendation of any cannabinoid preparations for symptom management in patients with chronic pain associated with rheumatic diseases.58 There are some limited clinical studies that show cannabis or cannabis derivative can improve symptoms of neuropathic pain in patients with HIV, general peripheral neuropathic pain, spasticity caused by multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injury, and central pain caused by multiple sclerosis.
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Yoga
Yoga is derived from the Sanskrit word yug, which means to put to active and purposeful use, and is described as a method of discipline.60 Once solely an
oral tradition, the yogic philosophy was transcribed into the Yoga Sutra, a manuscript teaching ways of dealing with the challenges of life. There are numerous styles of yoga, but among the most commonly practiced in the United States is Hatha yoga, which is the willful or forceful physical practice of yoga postures with the original purpose of preparing for meditation. Similar to other meditative exercises, the practice of yoga in the United States has grown significantly to 9.5% of adults and 3.1% of children in 2012.
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Of those who practice yoga for specific health conditions, back pain is the most commonly cited (19.7%).62 Figure 4 demonstrates a few common yoga poses that patients with low back pain may find beneficial.
A recent systematic review evaluated 14 randomized controlled trials to assess the effectiveness of yoga on chronic low back pain.63 Most of the studies reported beneficial effects for patients with low back pain, including improvements in pain relief, flexibility, function, depression, balance, and gait parameters. Yoga was more effective in reducing pain severity compared with control methods. A study among low-income populations with chronic low back pain found similar improvements in pain and function when comparing once-weekly yoga classes with twice-weekly yoga classes.
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Another systematic review evaluated three randomized controlled trials totaling 184 participants with chronic neck pain to assess the effectiveness of yoga.65 Participants were assigned to yoga practice for either a 90-minute session weekly for 9 weeks or a 60-minute session 5 days per week for 3 months. Neck pain and functional disability were significantly lower among yoga participants versus the control group, which included no treatment, general exercise, or manual self-care. Adverse effects were generally mild, including transient worsening of neck pain, low back pain, muscle soreness, migraine, and vertigo.
Figure 4
Illustrations show three common yoga posses found helpful by indviduals with low back pain. A, Cat-cow pose. B,
Child’s pose. C, Upward-facing dog.
Tai Chi
Tai chi is a Chinese martial art that has been practiced for several hundred years and is based on the balance principles of yin and yang. Tai chi involves deep breathing combined with a series of continuous, slow, graceful movements with the purpose of allowing qi to flow unencumbered throughout the body and promote better health. Tai chi is thought to be suitable for all age groups,66 but there has been tremendous interest among older adults because of its beneficial effects for reducing falls, improving psychological well-being, and improving general health.67 Although most studies have reviewed other aspects of health, there is some evidence for the use of tai chi for neck and back pain.
At 24-week follow-up, one study found that 12 weeks of tai chi or instruction in conventional neck exercises both provided patients with similar improvements in neck pain, disability, and physical functioning compared with a waitlist control group.68 Both exercise groups had a progressive decline in group attendance over 12 weeks, but 68% of those practicing tai chi attended at least 80% of the sessions. A similar study found that 18 group sessions (40 minutes each) of tai chi at a community venue provided greater improvement in chronic low back pain, disability, and physical functioning at 10-week follow-up compared with results from a waitlist control group.
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Summary
With the increased use of alternative medicine treatments, orthopaedic practitioners should have some familiarity with the various treatments available. Acupuncture is safe when performed by properly trained individuals and has the most evidence supporting its use as a stand-alone or adjunctive treatment for patients with chronic low back pain and neck disorders. Dry needling has been shown to decrease local inflammation and normalize abnormal muscle electrical activity. Cupping can be effective for managing chronic low back and neck pain in the immediate and short term.
Chiropractic care is one of the most widely used alternative treatments and can provide improvement in acute and subacute neck and low back pain. Patients should be aware of an association between cervical manipulation therapy and cervical dissection (vertebral artery or internal carotid artery), although the incidence is probably low. Massage therapy can provide effective management of acute, subacute, and chronic low back pain, although the quality of evidence is low. Recent research has shown that dysfunctional fascia with poor gliding may play a major role in chronic neck and low back pain. Several studies of herbal medicines and supplements show that specific compounds can provide short-term improvement in pain and function for patients with acute flare-ups of chronic low back pain. Clinical trials involving cannabinoids in chronic low back pain and fibromyalgia showed inconsistent results, although there is some evidence that it may be effective in managing neuropathic pain and spasticity. Yoga and tai chi appear to improve pain and function in patients with chronic low back and neck pain, and the latter may be particularly suitable for elderly patients.
Key Study Points
Acupuncture has moderate evidence supporting its use in chronic low back pain and neck disorders and may work in part by treating the myofascial meridians. Dry needling can be considered a Western medicine form of acupuncture and involves using acupuncture needles to deactivate trigger points. Chiropractic manipulations can provide immediate and medium-term relief of acute or subacute neck or low back pain, but there is a potential risk of carotid artery dissection with neck manipulations. Research on the fascial system is increasing, and fascia has been identified as a potential source of pain and dysfunction.
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