Cost-Utility Analysis of Electro acupuncture Comparing Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in the treatment of Chronic Low Back Pain

Conclusion The results indicate a significant difference between EA and NSAIDs in cases of both utility and total cost. The findings demonstrate that EA is more cost-effective than NSAIDs, as therefore can be considered as an alternative treatment for CLBP, with reasonable cost-utility.
Source: Journal of Acupuncture and Meridian Studies - Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research