Dose-Response Effects of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation for Chronic Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is a widely used non-pharmacological method for pain management, though its effectiveness in individuals with chronic low back pain (CLBP) is uncertain. Previous studies and systematic reviews have not systematically analysed the influence of TENS dosing parameters on treatment outcomes.

Objectives

To assess the impact of TENS on pain relief in individuals with CLBP and to explore the dose-dependent effects of TENS parameters on pain relief.

Methods

A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted following PROSPERO registration. Searches were performed in PubMed, Cochrane and Scopus databases. A total of 29 studies out of 1162 screened were included. Study quality was assessed using the PEDro scale and

SUBMITTER: Amer-Cuenca JJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12857606 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature