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December 2016 in “Journal of biophotonics” Low-level laser therapy, now called photobiomodulation, is recognized for its broad medical applications and scientific backing.
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Thoracic medial branch block may be a simpler and effective alternative to thoracic vertebroplasty for pain management.
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