So do insoles help people with back pain?
Well, there have been a few scientific studies that have looked at people who used insoles and walked everyday. Some studies were designed to determine if insoles prevented back pain and others looked to see if insoles relieved back pain. The studies looked at healthy young males who are most prone to back injury. The study included assessment of pain, intensity, duration of pain, absenteeism and functional status. All data were analyzed independently.
So what about the results?
Insoles did absolutely squat in term of preventing back pain. BIG ZERO- diddlysquat. The type of insole, color, size or even the cost did not make any difference. People still developed back pain and no matter what type of insole was used, pain still occurred.
So what happens now?
Well, for one thing- insoles do have a role for treating certain foot disorders but they are useless for back pain. Please consumers do not be so trusting of health pros- medicine is a business and a very profitable one. So read about your condition, ask questions, get referrals and do not fall for such gimmicks.
For those who have bought many pairs of insoles for back pain, you can now use them on your chair to cushion your buttocks.
http://www.cochrane.org/reviews/en/ab005275.html
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