Clinical recommendation	Evidence rating	References
Skeletal muscle relaxants are not considered first-line therapy for musculoskeletal conditions.	C	12, 13, 15
Skeletal muscle relaxants may be used as adjunctive therapy for acute low back pain.	B	17, 18
Antispasmodic agents should be used short-term (two weeks) for acute low back pain.	C	17, 18
There is no clear evidence that one skeletal muscle relaxant is superior to another for musculoskeletal spasms.	B	17, 18
Choice of skeletal muscle relaxant should be based on individual drug characteristics and patient situation.	C	32