Functional Outcomes of Intensive Rehabilitation Versus Fusion Surgery in Patients With Low Back Pain Due to Lumbar Degenerative Spine Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Key Points

• Functional outcomes show significant differences between rehabilitation and fusion surgery for low back pain.
• Overall, rehabilitation led to improved outcomes in functional mobility compared to fusion surgery.
• This systematic review and meta-analysis analyzed multiple studies focusing on lumbar degenerative spine disease.
• These results call for individualized treatment approaches based on specific patient needs and conditions.