A Study of Homeopathic Medicines, Acupuncture Points, and the Possible Integration of Homeopathy and Acupuncture in the Treatment of Low Back Pain

Abstract

Background: Low back pain (LBP) is a painful condition affecting the lumbar region. It can be caused by various pathologies and present with variable duration and intensity—acute, subacute, or chronic. It can significantly impact patients' quality of life. According to numerous scientific studies, LBP can be effectively treated with homeopathy, which treats patients by administering infinitesimal doses based on the law of similarity , and acupuncture, which treats patients by inserting sterile needles into specific points on the body. Both therapies can be considered free from side effects. Objectives: This study aimed to systematically review the scientific literature to identify and evaluate articles reporting the efficacy of homeopathic remedies and acupuncture points in the treatment of LBP. The goal is to analyze the validity of homeopathy and acupuncture and explore their role within evidence-based pain management strategies. Methods: This study was conducted through a literature search and consultation of biomedical databases, PubMed/Medline, and Google Scholar. Article selection took into account the authors' scientific authority and credibility and the relevance of their institutional affiliations to ensure the high quality of the data reviewed and discussed. Results: Although further research is needed, the data acquired during our literature search demonstrate that homeopathy and acupuncture are effective in the treatment of low back pain, Conclusion: The analysis of the data acquired during our bibliographic research suggests that homeopathy and acupuncture treatments, if integrated, represent useful and effective therapeutic options.