Efficacy of Radiofrequency as Therapy and Diagnostic Support in the Management of Musculoskeletal Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Round 1
Reviewer 1 Report
This paper is systematic review and meta-analysis that evaluates the efficacy of radiofrequency on the chronic musculoskeletal pain. It deserves attention and is worthy of publication in this journal.
Minor points as below:
The title doesn't fit the content, better to fix it.
I wonder about the effect of radiofrequency on the muscles.
A little more discussion should be given to the detailed mechanisms that help relieve pain and improve function.
Author Response
Dear Reviewer,
thank You for Your prestigious positive opinion about our work.
As You required, we provided to change the title and to integrate the discussion.
Best regards
Reviewer 2 Report
This is a great systematic review & meta-analysis about the use of radiofrequency in the management of MSK pain.
I want to congratulate you since this work is well conducted and well written.
Only some minor suggestions for you:
- line 22: albeit --> even if
- line 24: delete "from a rehabilitative point of view"
- line 72-74: please rephrase
- pay attention to Figure quality, since it seems low to me
- line 231: please consider the following reference about MSK pain rehabilitation (https://www.mdpi.com/2411-5142/6/3/75)
- line 328: delete "taken together"
Author Response
Dear Reviewer,
Your congratulations are a source of great pride for us!
Thank You for Your precious comments that will improve the quality of our work.
We made all the required changes in the text.
Best regards