The effectiveness and safety of acupuncture treatment on sciatica: A systematic review and meta-analysis

• Main Authors: Kyou-Hwan Han (Author), Ki Haeng Cho (Author), Caroline Han (Author), Shanqin Cui (Author), Lily Lin (Author), Ho-Yu Baek (Author), Jaejong Kim (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Elsevier, 2022-12-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: Sciatica results from primary or secondary damage to the sciatic nerve in the lumbar or gluteal region. The first option for sciatica is analgesics, but their therapeutic effect and safety in long-term use are questionable. On the other hand, acupuncture has recently been recognized as a...