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The effect of dry needling on gastrocnemius muscle stiffness and strength in participants with latent trigger points. J Electromyogr Kinesiol. 2020 Oct 09;55:102479 Authors: Albin SR, Koppenhaver SL, MacDonald CW, Capoccia S, Ngo D, Phippen S, Pineda R, Wendlandt A, Hoffman LR Abstract Abnormal muscle stiffness is a potential complication after injury and identifying interventions […]
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