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Botox and physical therapy in the treatment of piriformis syndrome
FISHMAN LM; ANDERSON C; ROSNER B
AM J PHYS MED REHABIL , 2002, vol. 81, n° 12, p. 936-942 Doc n°: 107099 Localisation : Documentation IRR Descripteurs : CE52 - SCIATIQUE This study evaluates the efficacy of botulinum toxin A injections used in conjunction with physical therapy for the treatment of piriformis syndrome. Design: This a double-blind, placebo controlled clinical trial using electrophysiologic criteria for patient selection and a visual analog scale to assess treatment efficacy in relieving pain. Results: As measured on the visual analog scale, patients injected with botulinum toxin A experienced more relief from pain than patients receiving lidocaine with steroid (P < 0.05) and more relief than patients receiving placebo Langue : ANGLAIS Identifiant basis : 2003225180 |
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