Table 3. Pain relief and reduction of functional disability.
| Variables | Group D (n = 24) | Group L (n = 26) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Changes in VAS of back pain (0–100) | 10.00 (20.00) | 10.00 (22.50) | 0.896 |
| Changes in VAS of radicular pain (0–100) | 5.00 (20.00) | 10.00 (12.50) | 0.871 |
| Changes in RMDQ (0–24) | 1.00 (4.75) | 2.00 (5.25) | 0.703 |
Data are expressed as the median (interquartile range).
VAS = visual analog scale, RMDQ = Roland-Morris Disability Questionnaire.