Short-term effect of myofascial trigger point dry-needling in patients with Adhesive Capsulitis

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2021 Jan;25:146-150. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2020.10.014. Epub 2020 Oct 26. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Adhesive Capsulitis (AC) is a common disabling musculoskeletal pain condition of unknown etiology related to the shoulder joint. Literature reported the restricted range of motion (ROM) and pain could be the result of myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) in the muscles of […]

Benefits of Adding Gluteal Dry Needling to a Four-Week Physical Exercise Program in a Chronic Low Back Pain Population. A Randomized Clinical Trial

Pain Med. 2020 Nov 1;21(11):2948-2957. doi: 10.1093/pm/pnaa279. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To determine if adding dry needling to a four-week exercise program has an additional benefit compared with adding sham dry needling to the same exercise program in subjects with chronic low back pain. DESIGN: Randomized clinical trial. SETTING: Physiotherapy and Pain Clinic of Alcala University. SUBJECTS: […]

Congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction continues trend for spontaneous resolution beyond first year of life.

Related Articles Congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction continues trend for spontaneous resolution beyond first year of life. Br J Ophthalmol. 2020 08;104(8):1161-1163 Authors: Nakayama T, Watanabe A, Rajak S, Yamanaka Y, Sotozono C Abstract PURPOSE: To investigate spontaneous resolution of congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction (CNLDO) beyond 12 months of age in Japanese infants. METHODS: Retrospective, observational […]

Flexor Digitorum Brevis Muscle Dry Needling Changes Surface and Plantar Pressures: A Pre-Post Study.

Related Articles Flexor Digitorum Brevis Muscle Dry Needling Changes Surface and Plantar Pressures: A Pre-Post Study. Life (Basel). 2021 Jan 13;11(1): Authors: Martínez-Jiménez EM, Losa-Iglesias ME, Antolín-Gil MS, López-López D, Romero-Morales C, Benito-de-Pedro M, Calvo-Lobo C, Becerro-de-Bengoa-Vallejo R Abstract BACKGROUND: The effects of the dry needling technique and pain reduction have been demonstrated in numerous […]

Factors Affecting Depth of Penetration in Microneedling- and Laser-Assisted Drug Delivery: The Importance of Timing of Topical Application.

Related Articles Factors Affecting Depth of Penetration in Microneedling- and Laser-Assisted Drug Delivery: The Importance of Timing of Topical Application. Dermatol Surg. 2020 12;46(12):e146-e153 Authors: Chung HJ, Cheng J, Gonzalez M, Al-Janahi S Abstract BACKGROUND: Microneedling- and laser-assisted drug delivery are emerging techniques used to treat various conditions. However, key parameters affecting drug penetration remain […]

Efficacy of microneedling combined with tacrolimus versus either one alone for vitiligo treatment.

Related Articles Efficacy of microneedling combined with tacrolimus versus either one alone for vitiligo treatment. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2020 Apr;19(4):855-862 Authors: Ebrahim HM, Albalate W Abstract BACKGROUND: Combination therapies have reported to augment the repigmentation in vitiligo. Microneedling (Mn) facilitates drug delivery across the skin barrier. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate and compare the efficacy and safety […]

Clinical Efficacy of Topical Tranexamic Acid With Microneedling in Melasma.

Related Articles Clinical Efficacy of Topical Tranexamic Acid With Microneedling in Melasma. Dermatol Surg. 2020 11;46(11):e96-e101 Authors: Kaur A, Bhalla M, Pal Thami G, Sandhu J Abstract BACKGROUND: Melasma is a common, recurrent, and refractory cause of facial pigmentation resulting in cosmetic disfigurement. Tranexamic acid (TA) has been used systemically and locally for clearance of […]

Dry Needling Treatment of the Miyofascial Trigger Point in Nocturnal Calf Cramp.

Related Articles Dry Needling Treatment of the Miyofascial Trigger Point in Nocturnal Calf Cramp. J Am Board Fam Med. 2021 Jan-Feb;34(1):245-246 Authors: Bagcier F, Yurdakul OV PMID: 33452105 [PubMed – as supplied by publisher]

A Systematic Review of the Efficacy and Safety of Microneedling in the Treatment of Melasma.

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Immediate Effects of Dry Needling and Myofascial Release on Local and Widespread Pressure Pain Threshold in Individuals With Active Upper Trapezius Trigger Points: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

Related Articles Immediate Effects of Dry Needling and Myofascial Release on Local and Widespread Pressure Pain Threshold in Individuals With Active Upper Trapezius Trigger Points: A Randomized Clinical Trial. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2021 Jan 08;: Authors: Stieven FF, Ferreira GE, de Araújo FX, Angellos RF, Silva MF, da Rosa LHT Abstract OBJECTIVE: This study […]

Short-Term Morphological Changes in Asymptomatic Perimandibular Muscles after Dry Needling Assessed with Rehabilitative Ultrasound Imaging: A Proof-of-Concept Study.

Related Articles Short-Term Morphological Changes in Asymptomatic Perimandibular Muscles after Dry Needling Assessed with Rehabilitative Ultrasound Imaging: A Proof-of-Concept Study. J Clin Med. 2021 Jan 08;10(2): Authors: Botticchio A, Mourad F, Fernández-Carnero S, Arias-Buría JL, Santodomingo Bueno A, Mesa Jiménez J, Gobbo M Abstract Facial anatomical structures are not easily accessible to manual palpation. The […]

Tranexamic Acid for Melasma Treatment: A Split-Face Study.

Related Articles Tranexamic Acid for Melasma Treatment: A Split-Face Study. Dermatol Surg. 2020 11;46(11):e102-e107 Authors: Ebrahim HM, Said Abdelshafy A, Khattab F, Gharib K Abstract BACKGROUND: Melasma is an acquired hyperpigmented skin disorder. Tranexamic acid (TXA) prevents ultraviolet radiation induced pigmentation in melasma through interfering with the plasminogen-plasmin pathway. OBJECTIVE: This study was conducted to […]

Effectiveness of Dry Needling versus Placebo on Gait Performance, Spasticity, Electromyographic Activity, Pain, Range-of-Movement and Quality of Life in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol.

Related Articles Effectiveness of Dry Needling versus Placebo on Gait Performance, Spasticity, Electromyographic Activity, Pain, Range-of-Movement and Quality of Life in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol. Brain Sci. 2020 Dec 17;10(12): Authors: Luque-Moreno C, Granja-Domínguez A, Moral-Munoz JA, Izquierdo-Ayuso G, Lucena-Anton D, Heredia-Rizo AM Abstract Dry needling (DN) is an emerging […]

A Systematic Review of Clinical Practice Guidelines for Physical Therapist Management of Patellofemoral Pain.

Related Articles A Systematic Review of Clinical Practice Guidelines for Physical Therapist Management of Patellofemoral Pain. Phys Ther. 2021 Feb 03;: Authors: Wallis JA, Roddy L, Bottrell J, Parslow S, Taylor NF Abstract OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to conduct a systematic review to evaluate clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) for the physical therapist […]

Combining Patient Education With Dry Needling and Ischemic Compression for Treating Myofascial Trigger Points in Office Workers With Neck Pain: A Single-Blinded, Randomized Trial.

Related Articles Combining Patient Education With Dry Needling and Ischemic Compression for Treating Myofascial Trigger Points in Office Workers With Neck Pain: A Single-Blinded, Randomized Trial. J Chiropr Med. 2020 Dec;19(4):222-229 Authors: Otadi K, Sarafraz H, Jalaie S, Rasouli O Abstract Objective: The purpose of this study was to compare immediate and short-term effects of […]

Efficacy of microneedling versus fractional Er:YAG laser in facial rejuvenation.

Related Articles Efficacy of microneedling versus fractional Er:YAG laser in facial rejuvenation. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2020 Jun;19(6):1333-1340 Authors: Robati RM, Hamedani B, Namazi N, Niknejad N, Gheisari M Abstract BACKGROUND: Microneedling and fractional lasers have been used in facial rejuvenation with acceptable results and low adverse effects. AIMS: To compare the efficacy of microneedling with […]

Management of muscle trigger points causing subacromial pain using dry needling technique – a case report.

Related Articles Management of muscle trigger points causing subacromial pain using dry needling technique – a case report. J Pak Med Assoc. 2020 Dec;70(12(A)):2270-2272 Authors: Javed MA, Saleem S, Hassan Raza MK Abstract We present a case of a 22-year-old university sportsman who presented at a private hospital in Lahore in December 2018 with complaint […]

Opposing needling for analgesia and rehabilitation after unilateral total knee arthroplasty: a randomized, sham-controlled trial protocol.

Related Articles Opposing needling for analgesia and rehabilitation after unilateral total knee arthroplasty: a randomized, sham-controlled trial protocol. Trials. 2020 May 07;21(1):385 Authors: Huang H, Song X, Zhao L, Zheng L, Xiao L, Chen Y Abstract BACKGROUND: This randomized controlled clinical trial aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of opposing needling in patients undergoing […]

Efficacy and safety of plasma gel as a new modality in treatment of atrophic acne scars.

Related Articles Efficacy and safety of plasma gel as a new modality in treatment of atrophic acne scars. Int J Dermatol. 2020 May;59(5):620-626 Authors: Elfar NN, Hasby EA Abstract BACKGROUND: Postacne scarring is an unfortunate and frequent complication of acne, with varied morphological forms and associated significant psychological distress to patients. AIM OF THE WORK: […]

Manual Therapy in Preadolescent Children: A Delphi Investigation of Physical Therapists in the United States.

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