A Regional Analysis of Low Back Pain Treatments in the Military Health System.

Jon D LurieChristopher G LeggettJonathan SkinnerEugene CarrageeAndrea M AustinWilliam Patrick Luan

Published in: Spine (2023)

We found substantial variability across catchment areas within TRICARE for the treatment of LBP. Higher rates of opioid prescription were associated with worse outcomes.

Keyphrases

pain management
chronic pain
combination therapy
insulin resistance
adipose tissue
metabolic syndrome
replacement therapy
smoking cessation
water quality