Multidisciplinary Inpatient Rehabilitation for Unilateral Neuromyelitis Optica: Case Report

Authors:Antonio Vintimilla, Abigail Rekieta Clin Case Rep. 2025 Jul 31;13(8):e70734. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.70734. eCollection 2025 Aug. ABSTRACT Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) is a rare autoimmune condition that typically affects middle-aged females and presents with bilateral neurological symptoms. Unilateral presentations are uncommon and often difficult to diagnose. Due to its low incidence, rehabilitation strategies for NMOSD […]

Beliefs of People With Patellofemoral Pain About Their Condition and Treatments Before and After Self-Directed Access to a Web-Based Education Platform

Authors:Larissa Rodrigues Souto, Danilo De Oliveira Silva, Marcella Ferraz Pazzinatto, Christian John Barton Musculoskeletal Care. 2025 Sep;23(3):e70165. doi: 10.1002/msc.70165. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the beliefs of people with patellofemoral pain (PFP) about their condition’s development and persistence, and treatment options, before and after self-directed access to a web-based education platform. DESIGN: Pre- and post-intervention trial. […]

Comprehensive Review and Evidence-Based Treatment Framework for Optimizing Plantar Fasciitis Diagnosis and Management

Author:Tonyclinton C Nweke Cureus. 2025 Jul 25;17(7):e88745. doi: 10.7759/cureus.88745. eCollection 2025 Jul. ABSTRACT Plantar fasciitis, a prevalent cause of heel pain, results from inflammation of the plantar fascia, often due to repetitive stress and overuse. This comprehensive review and evidence-based treatment framework for optimizing plantar fasciitis diagnosis and management aims to inform podiatric surgeons (foot […]

Safety and anatomical accuracy of dry needling procedures in musculoskeletal system: a systematic review of cadaveric studies

Authors:Marta Sánchez-Montoya, Jaime Almazán-Polo, Ángel González-de-la-Flor J Man Manip Ther. 2025 Jul 23:1-18. doi: 10.1080/10669817.2025.2536818. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: In recent years, invasive physiotherapy techniques have seen a significant rise in use for the treatment of musculoskeletal pain. However, there is currently no standardization in the anatomical landmarks, needle length, and insertion angles […]

Comparing Dry Needle Therapy and Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy for Tendinopathy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

Authors:Zonglin Li, Yubin Chen, Lili Chen, Jinshen He Arch Rehabil Res Clin Transl. 2025 Feb 8;7(2):100432. doi: 10.1016/j.arrct.2025.100432. eCollection 2025 Jun. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis to assess the effects of extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) and needling therapy in the treatment of tendinopathy. DATA SOURCES: PubMed (Medline), the Cochrane Library, and […]

A systematic review: impact of dry needling, isometric, and eccentric exercises on pain and function in individuals with patellar tendinopathy

Authors:Faiza Sharif, Ashfaq Ahmad, Syed Amir Gilani, Dania Mahmood Front Rehabil Sci. 2025 Jul 1;5:1263295. doi: 10.3389/fresc.2024.1263295. eCollection 2024. ABSTRACT This systematic review aims to evaluate the existing body of evidence and provide a comprehensive analysis of the effects of dry needling, isometric, and eccentric exercises on pain severity and functional impairment in individuals diagnosed […]

Exploring Intensity-Dependent Echogenic Response to Percutaneous Electrolysis in Tendon Tissue: A Cadaveric Study

Authors:Miguel Malo-Urriés, Jacobo Rodríguez-Sanz, Sergio Borrella-Andrés, Isabel Albarova-Corral, Juan Carlos Martínez-Zamorano, Carlos López-de-Celis J Clin Med. 2025 Jul 6;14(13):4772. doi: 10.3390/jcm14134772. ABSTRACT Background: Percutaneous electrolysis (PE) is an emerging therapeutic approach for tendinopathies, applying a galvanic current through a dry-needling needle to induce regenerative tissue responses. However, current dosing strategies are often empirical and lack […]

Physiotherapy Management of Plantar Fasciitis: A National Cross-Sectional Survey in Saudi Arabia

Authors:Abdulmajeed Muhaysin Alnefaie, Hosam Alzahrani, Mansour Abdullah Alshehri J Clin Med. 2025 Jun 27;14(13):4584. doi: 10.3390/jcm14134584. ABSTRACT Background/Objectives: Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain, affecting 4-7% of the general population. Physiotherapy is a key component of conservative management. However, there is limited evidence on how physiotherapists in Saudi Arabia manage this […]

Successful Ultrasound-Guided Dry Needling for Treatment of Piriformis Syndrome

Authors: Guntur Darmawan, Anwar Samhari Bin Mat Arshad , Suryo Anggoro Kusumo Wibowo Acta Med Indones. 2025 Apr;57(2):273-274. ABSTRACT Piriformis syndrome is an often overlooked cause of chronic buttock or low back pain, sometimes radiating to the posterior thigh. Despite various treatment options, a definitive standard therapy has not been established. Dry needling has recently […]

Efficacy of Dry Needling Combined with Eccentric Exercise Versus Oral and Topical NSAID Treatment in Patients with Tennis Elbow: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Authors:Zacarías Sánchez-Milá, Vanesa Abuín-Porras, Helena Fidalgo-Gómez, Isabel Mínguez-Esteban, Jaime Almazán-Polo, Jorge Velázquez-Saornil J Evid Based Integr Med. 2025 Jan-Dec;30:2515690X251355017. doi: 10.1177/2515690X251355017. Epub 2025 Jul 9. ABSTRACT ObjectiveThe study aimed to compare the effects of a combined intervention of dry needling and eccentric exercises versus oral and topical NSAID treatment, each combined with eccentric exercises, on […]

Effects of dry needling on functioning and pain relief in patients with chronic nonspecific neck pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

Authors:Alessandro de Sire, Nicola Marotta, Maria Sgro, Isabella Bartalotta, Roberta Zito, Dario Calafiore, Francesco Agostini, Michele Vecchio, Umile Giuseppe Longo, Antonio Ammendolia Disabil Rehabil. 2025 Jul 8:1-14. doi: 10.1080/09638288.2025.2529423. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT PURPOSE: Chronic nonspecific neck pain frequently causes disability and absence from work. The aim of this study was to assess the […]

Ultrasound features of myofascial trigger points: a multimodal study integrating preliminary histological findings from the upper trapezius

Authors:Wen Cao, Li Yin, Hong Sun, Huiyu Ge, Ruijun Guo, Xiuzhang Lyu Sci Rep. 2025 Jul 1;15(1):20510. doi: 10.1038/s41598-025-05869-2. ABSTRACT This study investigated the ultrasound and histological characteristics of myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) in the upper trapezius (UT) following dry needling (DN) therapy. Forty-nine participants with active MTrPs in one UT were included, with the […]

Sequential Triple Therapy for Facial Inflammation: Prospective Evaluation of Facial Microneedle, Hydrolifting, and Intense Pulsed Light Therapy

Authors:Yueling Tang, Bin Liu, Xuefeng Su, Junzheng Wu, Xiaojing Li J Cosmet Dermatol. 2025 Jul;24(7):e70327. doi: 10.1111/jocd.70327. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Facial inflammation is a highly prevalent condition mediated by diverse etiologies, primarily manifested as facial redness, swelling, itching, pain, maculopapular rash, or even pustules. Conventional treatments such as topical or oral medications for anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and […]

Multimodal Approaches in the Management of Temporomandibular Disorders: A Narrative Review

Authors:Izabela Dąbkowska, Lena Sobiech, Agata Czępińska, Adam Bęben, Karolina Turżańska, Piotr Gawda J Clin Med. 2025 Jun 17;14(12):4326. doi: 10.3390/jcm14124326. ABSTRACT Background/Objectives: Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are the most common cause of non-dental pain in the orofacial region. Due to the complex and multifactorial nature of TMD, a multidisciplinary approach is often required. The objective of […]

Comparing the Functional Outcomes of Hyaluronic Acid Injection and Dry Needling in Lateral Epicondylitis: A Retrospective Study

Authors:Richik Sarkar, Gils Thampi, Nagakumar JS Cureus. 2025 May 24;17(5):e84732. doi: 10.7759/cureus.84732. eCollection 2025 May. ABSTRACT Background Lateral epicondylitis (LE), commonly referred to as tennis elbow, is a widespread condition characterized by elbow pain and functional impairment. Conservative treatment options include physiotherapy, pharmacotherapy, and interventional procedures such as dry needling (DN) and hyaluronic acid (HA) […]

Fascial Nodal Point() Trigger Point Needling: An Acupuncture Tensegrity Approach

Author:Joseph F. Audette Med Acupunct. 2025 Jun 11;37(3):193-201. doi: 10.1089/acu.2024.0159. eCollection 2025 Jun. ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Acupuncture clinical research has gone through a stage of exponential growth since the NIH consensus statement published in 1998 with over 21,000 articles indexed in PubMed. However, there is still uncertainty about the scientific or biological basis of an acupuncture […]

The effect of rotator cuff trigger points dry needling on the stability and function of the upper limb in people with shoulder pain: Randomized clinical trial study

Authors:Samira Ghasemi, Leila Abbasi, Narges Meftahi, Mohammad Amiri J Hand Ther. 2025 Jun 18:S0894-1130(25)00055-9. doi: 10.1016/j.jht.2025.04.005. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Shoulder pain, a prevalent musculoskeletal disorder (lifetime prevalence: 6.7%-66.7%), is closely linked to rotator cuff dysfunction. While trigger points in these muscles are common in symptomatic individuals, their impact on shoulder stability and […]

Clinical efficacy of 5-aminolevulinic acid photodynamic therapy combined with microneedling for vulvar lichen sclerosus

Authors:Cuirong Xiao, Xiukuan Xu, Yayan Lin, Hong Kang, Honghui Zhang Photodiagnosis Photodyn Ther. 2025 Jun;53:104623. doi: 10.1016/j.pdpdt.2025.104623. Epub 2025 May 8. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Vulvar lichen sclerosus (VLS) is a chronic inflammatory dermatosis with limited therapeutic options for refractory or recurrent cases. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of 5-aminolevulinic acid photodynamic therapy […]

Short-Term Impact of Dry Needling Treatment for Myofascial Pain on Equine Biomechanics Through Artificial Intelligence-Based Gait Analysis

Authors:María Resano-Zuazu, Jorge U. Carmona, David Argüelles Animals (Basel). 2025 May 22;15(11):1517. doi: 10.3390/ani15111517. ABSTRACT Myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) is a common source of musculoskeletal pain, characterized by trigger points (TrPs). In horses, MPS is frequently underdiagnosed, and evidence on DN effectiveness is limited. This study investigated whether DN can improve the biomechanics in horses […]

A comparison of dry needle placement accuracy rates between two approaches targeting the gluteus medius osteotendinous junction in cadavers

Authors:Bryan Dinh, James Dunning, Gary A Kearns, Laura Thorp, Casey Charlebois, Ian Young J Man Manip Ther. 2025 Jun 6:1-7. doi: 10.1080/10669817.2025.2515581. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to compare the accuracy of two dry needling (DN) techniques in embalmed cadavers that are commonly used to target the gluteus […]