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01-05-2021 | Ultrasound | Original Paper

Ultrasound-guided periradicular oxygen-ozone injections as a treatment option for low back pain associated with sciatica

Authors: Cristiano Sconza, Giacomo Braghetto, Stefano Respizzi, Emanuela Morenghi, Elizaveta Kon, Berardo Di Matteo

Published in: International Orthopaedics | Issue 5/2021

Abstract

Background

The social impact and economic burden of low back pain are well known among the medical community. A novel therapeutic approach is represented by oxygen-ozone therapy, whose anti-inflammatory effects could be especially useful in patients with herniated discs. The most common administration is through a palpation-guided injection technique, although the use of ultrasound guidance could allow a more precise delivery of the therapeutic substance close to the nerve root.

Aim of the study

To describe the clinical outcomes following US-guided periradicular injection of oxygen-ozone as a treatment option for low back pain associated to sciatica in patients affected by symptomatic L5-S1 disc herniation.

Conclusion

Ultrasound-guided periradicular injection of oxygen-ozone in L5-S1 herniation is a safe and effective minimally invasive treatment, able to improve both low back and radiating pain.

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Title: Ultrasound-guided periradicular oxygen-ozone injections as a treatment option for low back pain associated with sciatica
Authors: Cristiano Sconza
Giacomo Braghetto
Stefano Respizzi
Emanuela Morenghi
Elizaveta Kon
Berardo Di Matteo
Publication date: 01-05-2021
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Keywords: Ultrasound
Ultrasound
Back Pain
Back Pain
Back Pain
Sciatica
Published in: International Orthopaedics / Issue 5/2021
Print ISSN: 0341-2695
Electronic ISSN: 1432-5195
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00264-021-04975-w

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