more focus on the management of acute low back pain to counter the increasing use of opioids and benzodiazepines

December 2013

You'll see more focus on the management of acute low back pain to counter the increasing use of opioids and benzodiazepines.

This trend is worrisome...because there's NO proof that opioids or benzos are better than NSAIDs or acetaminophen for acute low back pain.

Suggest a "less is more" approach...and sticking to the guidelines.

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