Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) for Chronic Low-Back Pain

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Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) for Chronic Low-Back Pain
Accessed May 28, 2007
Khadilkar A, Milne S, Brosseau L, et al.
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Abstract

Background
Chronic low-back pain (LBP) affects a significant proportion of the population. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) was introduced more than 30 years ago as an adjunct to the pharmacological management of pain. However, despite its widespread use, the usefulness of TENS in chronic LBP is still controversial.

Objectives
The aim of this systematic review was to determine the effectiveness of TENS in the management of chronic LBP.

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