Topical Diclofenac vs Oral Ibuprofen for Acute Low Back Pain

In this article published in Annals of Emergency Medicine, the bottom line is that topical diclofenac (Voltaren) is likely not as good as oral ibuprofen for a new onset of lower back pain, and when you combine the two, there is no additional benefit. ~ Dr. Broussard

March 21, 2024

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Written by Robert Bonakdar MD, FAAFP, FACN