Skeletal muscle relaxants beneficial for only certain conditions

Published Date: 25 Sep 2024

Long-term use of skeletal muscle relaxants (SMRs) for chronic pain is only effective for certain conditions, such as painful spasms, painful cramps, and neck pain, according to a review published online Sept. 19 in JAMA Network ...

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