Gut Health & Back Pain

What is known—and not known—about the gut microbiome, diet, medications, and low back pain.

The gut microbiome is linked with metabolism, immunity, and many diseases. Research exploring associations with musculoskeletal pain is early and does not establish that “dysbiosis” causes ordinary low back pain or that a commercial microbiome test can select treatment.

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