In an adult with chronic low back pain, is lumbar spine MRI better or worse than electroneuromyography for evaluating disc-root involvement?

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tripdatabase
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19036343
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Abstract

MRI is more sensitive and specific than electroneuromyography for identifying nerve root compression in lumbosacral radiculopathy, though comparative effectiveness data is limited in chronic low back pain contexts.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Spine and Intervertebral Disc Pathology Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation Peripheral Nerve Disorders

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Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
15 March 2026
Language
EN