Valium No more!!
Jul 30, 2017 · 1 min read
According to a recently published randomized controlled trial conducted at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx NY, it was found that Diazepam (Valium) and Naproxen (Aleve) provided no advantage compared with placebo and Naproxen to treat acute low back pain in the ER. My opinion: This goes to show the power of placebo over body. A placebo (or a sugar pill) can even release endorphins (our natural pain relievers) that can be pharmacologically reversed!! The point to take to home, don’t rush into taking medications as the first option to treat your back pain. Try other non-meds first, because even the powerful medications may not work.
