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Some herbal drugs may ease back pain in short term

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  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Website: Institute for Work & Health
  • Resource type: Article

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Some alternative herbal medicines may help to relieve back pain. Devil's Claw, Willow Bark and cayenne may help reduce pain in the short term. However, there is no evidence that these substances are safe or useful in the long-term.

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Rated on: 4/11/2018 12:05:41 PM

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