Which of the following treatments has the highest potential to provide total pain relief?
1. Chiropractic manipulation
2. Neuronal injection of alcohol
3. Acupuncture
4. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: TENS, chiropractic manipulation, and acupuncture are less likely to provide total pain relief. Nerve blocks irreversibly stop impulse transmission along the treated nerves.
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