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However, treating NP remains challenging due to the numerous variables involved, such as different techniques, dosages and aetiologies. It is necessary to provide insights for clinicians and public healthcare managers to support clinical decision\u2010making. This umbrella review aims to consolidate existing evidence on the effectiveness of various NIN in managing chronic NP.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Databases and Data Treatment<\/jats:title><jats:p>A systematic search was conducted in the PubMed\/MEDLINE database, including meta\u2010analyses of controlled trials comparing NIN techniques with sham interventions for NP treatment. The quality of included studies was assessed using the AMSTAR\u20102 tool and the GRADE system, with effect sizes adjusted to the standard mean difference (SMD).<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Results<\/jats:title><jats:p>The review included 22 meta\u2010analyses comprising 8151 participants from 214 controlled trials. 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