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How do cytokines influence the effectiveness of osteopathic treatment for chronic LBP?

In 2012, a study conducted at a university-based setting in Dallas-Fort Worth has shed light on the potential role of cytokines in the osteopathic manual treatment (OMT) of patients suffering from chronic low back pain (LBP). The research, led by John C. Licciardone and his team, delved into the associations between cytokine concentrations and key osteopathic lesions, as well as the clinical outcomes in patients … Continue reading How do cytokines influence the effectiveness of osteopathic treatment for chronic LBP?

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Can Osteopathic Manual Treatment Be an Alternative to Invasive and Costly Treatments for Chronic Low Back Pain?

In 2013, Licciardone et al. conducted a study to determine the response to osteopathic manual treatment (OMT) for chronic low back pain (LBP) based on the baseline severity of pain. The study utilized a randomized, double-blind, sham-controlled, 2×2 factorial design and enrolled 455 patients with chronic LBP, out of which 269 (59%) reported low baseline pain severity (LBPS) of less than 50 mm/100 mm, while … Continue reading Can Osteopathic Manual Treatment Be an Alternative to Invasive and Costly Treatments for Chronic Low Back Pain?

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