An article in the European Spine Journal looked to compare the efficacy of pregabalin and opioids for chronic low back pain (LBP) in older adults. Holding a randomized controlled trial of pregabalin and opioids in 65 patients, 65 years or older and suffering from chronic LBP, the researchers discovered “pregabalin was effective for LBP in patients with lower limb symptoms, whereas opioids were effective for those without lower limb symptoms.” The researchers then concluded that “consideration of neuropathic pain and lower extremity symptoms may be an integral component in the selection of the appropriate medication for chronic LBP.”
Click here to read full article