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The first randomized controlled trial testing the safety and efficacy of opioids for acute back and neck pain shows they are no better than placebo and raise the risk of opioid misuse.
Regardless of treatment type, patients report that empathy and clear communication from their doctors go a long way in their satisfaction with pain management.