Table 2.
Bivariate Analysis of Race Versus Outcomes (n=397)
| Outcome | White patients (%) | Black patients (%) | P- value | Total N(%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Use of NSAIDS | 46.6 | 50.3 | .46 | 191 (48.2) |
| Use of physical therapy* | 46.8 | 35.1 | .02 | 162 (41.5) |
| Use of opioids* | 45.7 | 32.2 | .006 | 157 (39.6) |
| Use of pain specialist | 37.6 | 30.8 | .16 | 135 (34.6) |
| Use of other specialists† | 41.5 | 37.5 | .42 | 156 (39.7) |
*
P<.05
†
Other specialists include orthopedist, rheumatologist, chiropractor, acupuncturist, podiatrist, reflexologist, and herbalist
NSAIDS, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories