Abstract
Treatment of low back pain and sciatica remains empirical. In this chapter different modalities will be reviewed and their values discussed. Specifics on when to use the treatment alternatives will be further discussed in the appropriate chapters.
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Andersson, G.B.J., McNeill, T.W. (1989). Treatment modalities. In: Lumbar Spine Syndromes. Springer, Vienna. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-7091-8981-8_3
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