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Myofascial pain syndrome in small animal practice

J Small Anim Pract. 2024 Oct 24. doi: 10.1111/jsap.13795. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT This capsule review is a discussion of myofascial pain syndrome in small animals. The history of myofascial pain syndrome is discussed as well as facts and theories behind the aetiology and treatment of this syndrome. Diagnostic techniques are both discussed and […]

Global trends and performance of dry needling from 2004 to 2024: a bibliometric analysis

Front Neurol. 2024 Oct 9;15:1465983. doi: 10.3389/fneur.2024.1465983. eCollection 2024. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Many doctors are incorporating dry needling into their clinical practice. Despite this growing trend, there has not been a comprehensive bibliometric analysis conducted in this field. Thus, this study aims to investigate the current research landscape, key research contributors, and popular research topics in […]

Knowledge and Attitude Towards Bell’s Palsy Rehabilitation Among Physical Therapists in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study

Risk Manag Healthc Policy. 2024 Oct 15;17:2401-2413. doi: 10.2147/RMHP.S481457. eCollection 2024. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Bell’s Palsy (BP) is an acute lower motor nerve impairment of the facial nerve, causing sudden paralysis on one side of the face and significantly affecting the patient’s quality of life. Physiotherapy is critical for rehabilitation after BP, aiding functional recovery. Various […]

Patient-Determined Important Change for the Neck Disability Index With Application of Credibility Analysis: An Exploratory Study

J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2024 Oct 14:S0161-4754(24)00055-1. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2024.08.016. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: The purposes of this study were to preliminarily report patient-identified change for the neck disability index (NDI) as either important or not important with time between follow-up of approximately 7 to 10 days and assess the credibility of the preliminary […]

Research Trends in Dry Needling for Neck Pain Treatment: A Bibliometric Analysis

J Chiropr Humanit. 2024 Oct 1;31:33-47. doi: 10.1016/j.echu.2024.02.002. eCollection 2024 Dec. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to analyze the published literature on the utilization of dry needling in the management of neck pain. METHODS: We performed a bibliometric analysis of publications from January 1, 2002 to December 31, 2022. Using the Scopus […]

Inferior-Medial Dry Needling at the Thoracolumbar Junction: A Cadaveric Study

Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2024 Oct 1;19(10):1238-1243. doi: 10.26603/001c.123477. eCollection 2024. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Dry needling (DN) has emerged as a popular therapeutic intervention for managing musculoskeletal pain. While major adverse events are generally rare, those that have been reported in vulnerable areas such as the spine and thorax can be serious and warrant further […]

Evaluation the efficacy of microneedling with topical metformin solution compared with microneedling with topical vitamin C solution in treatment of melasma

Arch Dermatol Res. 2024 Oct 5;316(9):662. doi: 10.1007/s00403-024-03355-9. ABSTRACT Several treatment modalities have been used for the treatment of melasma. Topical metformin is an anti-diabetic drug, which has melanopenic action. Vitamin C acts on melanin by inhibiting the tyrosinase enzyme, thus inhibiting melanogenesis. To compare the efficacy and safety of microneedling combined with topical metformin […]

Trigger Point Therapy Techniques as an Effective Unconventional Method of Treating Tension Headaches: A Systematic Review

Healthcare (Basel). 2024 Sep 17;12(18):1868. doi: 10.3390/healthcare12181868. ABSTRACT Background/Objectives The main aim of the literature review was to determine whether different trigger point therapy techniques are effective in decreasing the intensity, frequency, and duration of tension-type headaches. An additional aim was to assess the impact of trigger point therapy on other physical and psychological variables […]

Comparison of the effects of dry needling and spinal manipulative therapy versus spinal manipulative therapy alone on functional disability and endurance in patients with nonspecific chronic low back pain: An experimental study

Medicine (Baltimore). 2024 Sep 20;103(38):e39734. doi: 10.1097/MD.0000000000039734. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Low back pain (LBP) is a global musculoskeletal ailment. Over the past few years, dry needling (DN) has garnered interest from both physical therapists and patients. Physical therapy commonly employs spinal manipulation to alleviate persistent LBP and other musculoskeletal disorders. The aim of this study was […]

Changes in Corticospinal Tract Consistency after Dry Needling in a Stroke Patient

Case Rep Neurol Med. 2024 Sep 14;2024:5115313. doi: 10.1155/2024/5115313. eCollection 2024. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Dry needling (DN) is a technique employed to mitigate spasticity and enhance functionality in stroke patients. We report the impact of DN on both corticospinal tract (CST) consistency and wrist flexors spasticity of an individual affected by stroke. CASE: The participant was […]

The Use of Tranexamic Acid and Microneedling in the Treatment of Melasma: A Systematic Review

Cutis. 2024 Aug;114(2):E15-E23. doi: 10.12788/cutis.1080. ABSTRACT Melasma is a chronic pigmentary disorder that results in hyperpigmented patches in sun-exposed areas. Tranexamic acid (TXA) and microneedling are potential treatment options for individuals with melasma. The objective of our systematic review was to review 12 randomized controlled trials and clinical trials on the use and efficacy of […]

Effects of dry needling on vertical jump performance in female volleyball players. A randomized controlled trial

Front Sports Act Living. 2024 Sep 4;6:1470057. doi: 10.3389/fspor.2024.1470057. eCollection 2024. ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Injury prevention and performance enhancement are paramount goals in sports. Myofascial Pain Syndrome, primarily caused by myofascial trigger points, can result in referred pain, stiffness, muscle shortening, and weakness. This study aimed to assess the impact of dry needling (DN) on latent […]

Dry Needling Techniques as a Treatment for Improving Disability and Pain in Patients with Different Types of Headache: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Complement Ther Med. 2024 Sep 15:103085. doi: 10.1016/j.ctim.2024.103085. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Headaches, a widespread neuromuscular ailment, pose a significant burden on individuals and society, necessitating both pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. Dry needling (DN) has surfaced as a notable non-pharmacological alternative for addressing headaches. We aim to compare DN intervention with the control […]

The Effects of Dry-Needling Therapy on the Quality of Life in Athletes with Myofascial Pain Syndrome: Repeated Measures Design Study

J Clin Med. 2024 Aug 23;13(17):4969. doi: 10.3390/jcm13174969. ABSTRACT Background: This study aims to investigate the effects of dry-needling treatment on the quality of life in athletes with myofascial pain syndrome (MPS). Methods: The participants included in the study were 50 athletes (38 males and 12 females) diagnosed with MPS. The treatments were carried out […]

A novel application of lemmatize and thematic analysis to understand protective measures perspectives of patients with chronic respiratory disease during the first outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic: a qualitative study

Front Public Health. 2024 Aug 29;12:1351754. doi: 10.3389/fpubh.2024.1351754. eCollection 2024. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To describe the perspectives of a group of COPD patients during the first outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic and narrate the emotions and polarity (acceptance-rejection) regarding living with COPD during the pandemic. DESIGN/METHODS: We used a novel application of lemmatization and thematic analysis […]

Leukocyte-Poor Platelet-Rich Plasma as a Treatment for Patellar Tendinopathy A Multicenter, Randomized Controlled Trial

Bull Hosp Jt Dis (2013). 2024 Dec;82(4):266-272. ABSTRACT PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to compare regimens of eccentric exercise and dry-needling, with and without an ultrasound-guided leukocyte-poor platelet-rich plasma (LP-PRP) injection, in patients with patellar tendinopathy. METHODS: Patients with symptomatic patellar tendinopathy based on physical examination and magnetic resonance imaging and who had […]

Effectiveness of dry needling to treat lateral epicondylosis: A case report

Hand Ther. 2024 Sep;29(3):135-139. doi: 10.1177/17589983241268218. Epub 2024 Aug 26. ABSTRACT PURPOSE: This study presents the use of dry needling (DN) as an intervention to support functional rehabilitation for an adult diagnosed with lateral epicondylosis. METHODS: A retrospective, single subject, AB design was implemented. A 50-year-old male with a six-month history of dominant left lateral […]

Trigger point injection therapies for chronic myofascial neck and back pain: A systematic review

Interv Pain Med. 2022 Mar 2;1(3):100076. doi: 10.1016/j.inpm.2022.100076. eCollection 2022 Sep. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To assess the comparative effectiveness and harms of trigger point injections (TPI) for myofascial neck and back pain. METHODS: Electronic literature databases were searched to identify articles pertaining to TPI for chronic myofascial neck and back pain. Searches were done from database […]

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