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The Best Therapy for Low Back Pain – Backed by Science

If you suffer from low back pain, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common reasons people seek medical care. The good news? The American College of Physicians (ACP) has issued evidence-based guidelines recommending non-drug treatments as the first line of therapy—and acupuncture is at the top of that list.

ACP Guidelines: Why Acupuncture Comes First

According to the ACP’s clinical practice guideline published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, physicians and patients should start with non-drug therapies for both acute (short-term) and chronic (long-term) low back pain. Recommended options include:

• Acupuncture

• Superficial heat therapy

• Massage therapy

• Spinal manipulation

If medication is necessary, doctors suggest nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or muscle relaxants—but opioids should only be a last resort because of the serious risks.

What About Common Painkillers?

The ACP found that:

• Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is not effective compared to placebo.

• Steroid treatments don’t help acute or subacute back pain.

That’s why safe, non-invasive treatments like acupuncture are strongly recommended first.

For Chronic Low Back Pain

If pain lasts more than 12 weeks, the ACP recommends:

• Acupuncture

• Exercise & rehabilitation programs

• Mindfulness-based stress reduction

• Tai Chi & Yoga

• Progressive relaxation techniques

All these approaches focus on healing without harmful drugs or unnecessary surgery.

Why Choose Acupuncture for Back Pain?

✅ Drug-free and natural
✅ Relieves pain and inflammation
✅ Improves mobility and function
✅ Targets root causes—not just symptoms

At TechAcu in Great Neck, NY (11024), we specialize in evidence-based acupuncture treatments for back pain, sciatica, and other musculoskeletal issues.

What the Experts Say

“The first line of therapy for low back pain should be non-drug treatments like acupuncture.”
— American College of Physicians

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