Comparison of the effectiveness between dry needling with and without needle retention in myofascial trigger points in upper trapezius muscle: A randomized comparative trial

Authors:Phichamon Khanittanuphong, Arpaporn Saesim J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2022 Apr 29. doi: 10.3233/BMR-210177. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Dry needling (DN) is commonly used to treat myofascial trigger points (MTrPs). OBJECTIVE: To compare the effect between DN with and without needle retention in the treatment of MTrPs in the upper trapezius muscle. METHODS: Fifty-four […]