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Laser Therapy Institute Podcast
STUDY: Opioid Update
Apr 7, 2021
This podcast explores the opioid crisis in the United States and emphasizes the need for alternative treatments for chronic pain. It discusses a study showing that non-opioid medications are more effective and have fewer side effects. The podcast also highlights the alarming increase in overdose deaths and the link between heroin use and opioid painkillers. It emphasizes the importance of noninvasive pain management and promotes laser therapy as a viable option.
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- A study highlights that non-opioid medications are more effective in treating chronic pain compared to opioids, emphasizing the importance of conservative treatment options.
- The alarming statistics of the opioid epidemic in the US indicate the need for non-invasive treatments and conservative care to reduce reliance on opioids.
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The Ineffectiveness of Opioids for Musculoskeletal Pain
A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association highlights that opioids are not effective in treating chronic back pain, hip, or knee osteoarthritis pain. The study compared the use of opioid and non-opioid medications over a 12-month period and found that the group using non-opioid medications experienced significantly better pain relief and fewer adverse medication-related symptoms. These findings emphasize the importance of adhering to the standard of care, which suggests conservative treatment options like exercise, education, and weight loss as the initial steps for managing musculoskeletal pain.
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