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Methods used to report change in pain score in the randomized controlled trials
| Reporting of pain outcomes | Painful skin conditions (n = 70) | Rheumatoid arthritis (n = 245) |
|---|---|---|
| Percentage of pain change from baseline | 10% (7) | 13% (31) |
| Mean difference (vs. baseline and/or placebo) | 76% (53) | 75% (184) |
| Percentage of patients reaching a desirable state | 10% (7) | 11% (26) |
| Relative risk reduction | 1% (1) | 0 |
| Absolute risk reduction | 0 | 0 |
| Number needed to treat | 1% (1) | 2% (4) |
| Other | 7% (5) | 10% (24) |
