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Efficacy of Antibiotics for Chronic Low Back Pain With Disc Herniation: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
JAMA network open·May 1, 2026·PMID 42149593
Why it mattersDespite some prior recommendations, this high-quality trial provides strong evidence against antibiotic use for chronic low back pain with disc herniation, helping clinicians avoid ineffective and potentially harmful treatment.

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