Medical Researches
Moderately Effective
Based on 22 Researches
We investigated the impact of a treatment combining mannitol and vitamin B on piriformis syndrome (PS), which is characterized by sciatic nerve entrapment. In a study involving 22 patients, participants received a five-day intravenous infusion of mannitol alongside a six-week regimen of vitamin B, including B1, B2, and B12.
Our observations highlighted significant improvements in clinical assessments, particularly in tenderness and pain levels assessed by various tests and scales. Notably, the Numeric Rating Scale demonstrated a marked reduction in pain at rest, at night, and during activities, which were all statistically significant. Additionally, the swelling around the sciatic nerve also showed a noteworthy decrease.
While vitamin B12 was part of this combination treatment, we must acknowledge that the study's focus on mannitol alongside the vitamins makes it challenging to isolate vitamin B12's specific effects on back pain alone.
Nevertheless, the results suggest that the combined approach might be a promising alternative for managing PS effectively.
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Vitamin B6's role in back pain[Shortening diclofenac therapy by B vitamins. Results of a randomized double-blind study, diclofenac 50 mg versus diclofenac 50 mg plus B vitamins, in painful spinal diseases with degenerative changes].
Limited isolated effectiveness noted
We examined a randomized double-blind study that explored the impact of adding B vitamins, specifically B1, B6, and B12, to the treatment regimen of diclofenac for patients suffering from lower back pain due to degenerative spinal conditions.
During the study, 256 individuals participated, with some receiving diclofenac alone while others were given diclofenac alongside B vitamins for a maximum of two weeks. Interestingly, those in the group taking the B vitamins reported significantly better pain relief, allowing more patients to stop treatment early due to decreased symptoms.
While we documented some side effects, they were not significantly different between the two groups. Overall, the results indicated that incorporating B vitamins can enhance the effectiveness of diclofenac therapy, potentially allowing for less reliance on this medication for pain relief.
However, it’s important to note that the specific benefits of vitamin B6 alone on back pain cannot be definitively determined from this study, as it focused on a combination of B vitamins.
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We explored the use of Dolo-Neurobion for managing acute pain in the lumbosacral area, particularly when linked to problems in the surrounding pelvic organs. This treatment combines neurotropic vitamins B1, B6, and B12 with the analgesic metamizole, forming an interesting approach to dealing with this kind of pain.
In our evaluation involving 53 patients, we found that the overall effectiveness of Dolo-Neurobion was quite promising. The treatment initially began with injections, followed by oral doses, which showed good to excellent results in 77.4% of the patients and moderate effects in 15.1%.
While vitamin B6 plays a role as part of this combination therapy, it’s complex to isolate its specific contribution to alleviating back pain due to the presence of other active ingredients. No major side effects or intolerance were reported, making it a fairly safe option for those suffering from lumbosacral discomfort.
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We explored the effects of methotrexate (MTX), a well-known folic acid antagonist, in addressing epidural fibrosis (EF), a common complication that can lead to persistent back pain after lumbar surgery. In our study, we tested how topical application of MTX influenced the healing process following lumbar laminectomy in rats, an experimental model for understanding back pain post-surgery.
Our results were promising—the use of MTX seemed to significantly suppress the development of EF compared to the control group. We measured this through various methods, including macroscopic scoring, hydroxyproline content analysis, and histological evaluations. Additionally, we observed that the effectiveness of MTX was dose-dependent, increasing with higher concentrations.
We also investigated the underlying mechanisms and found that the effects of MTX might be linked to endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress, which appeared to trigger cell apoptosis in fibroblasts. This suggests that MTX could potentially help in regulating scar formation which is often at the root of chronic back pain.
Overall, our findings indicate that while MTX does not target folate directly, its therapeutic properties may offer a new avenue for managing post-surgical back pain through its effects on EF and associated cellular pathways.
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Dexamethasone and B12 improve recoveryEffects of dexamethasone combined with vitamin B12 on percutaneous endoscopic interlaminar discectomy early outcomes: a randomized controlled trial.
Vitamin B12 effects are combined
We explored the effects of combining dexamethasone with vitamin B12 during epidural injections in patients undergoing a specific type of spinal surgery, known as percutaneous endoscopic interlaminar discectomy (PEID). This study aimed to determine whether this combination could alleviate low back and leg pain that often lingers after the surgery. Patients were randomly assigned to two groups: one received only the surgery (the single surgery group), while the other received the surgery along with the combined treatment of medication.
We found that patients who received the combination of dexamethasone and vitamin B12 experienced a notable reduction in early postoperative pain, which we measured using various scoring systems. Additionally, the injections appeared to decrease the levels of certain inflammatory factors in the body, suggesting a potential biological mechanism behind the relief they experienced. Early recovery metrics, like hospital stay duration and overall satisfaction, were also improved in those receiving the combined treatment.
Therefore, the results encourage considering the use of vitamin B12 along with dexamethasone for patients recovering from disc surgery, as it seems to enhance their recovery experience effectively.
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