Myofascial component of cancer pain review.

Related Articles Myofascial component of cancer pain review. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2019 Apr;23(2):311-315 Authors: Kalichman L, Menahem I, Treger I Abstract BACKGROUND: Pain is a common complaint of cancer patients, experienced by 38%-85% of patients. Some studies have shown a high incidence of myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) in cancer patients. AIMS: 1) To estimate […]

Needling therapies in the management of myofascial pain of the masticatory muscles: a network meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials.

Related Articles Needling therapies in the management of myofascial pain of the masticatory muscles: a network meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials. J Oral Rehabil. 2020 Mar 11;: Authors: Al-Moraissi EA, Alradom J, Aladashi O, Goddard G, Christidis N Abstract OBJECTIVE: A network meta-analysis (NMA) of randomized clinical trials (RCTs) was performed aiming to compare the […]

Are There Trigger Points in the Spastic Muscles? Electromyographical Evidence of Dry Needling Effects on Spastic Finger Flexors in Chronic Stroke.

Related Articles Are There Trigger Points in the Spastic Muscles? Electromyographical Evidence of Dry Needling Effects on Spastic Finger Flexors in Chronic Stroke. Front Neurol. 2020;11:78 Authors: Lu Z, Briley A, Zhou P, Li S Abstract The purpose was to examine the immediate effects of dry needling to spastic finger muscles in chronic stroke. Ten […]

How have the views on myofascial pain and its treatment evolved in the past 20 years? From spray and stretch and injections to pain science, dry needling and fascial treatments.

Related Articles How have the views on myofascial pain and its treatment evolved in the past 20 years? From spray and stretch and injections to pain science, dry needling and fascial treatments. Pain Manag. 2020 Mar 03;: Authors: Dommerholt J PMID: 32122252 [PubMed – as supplied by publisher]

DRY NEEDLING AND PHYSICAL THERAPY VERSUS PHYSICAL THERAPY ALONE FOLLOWING SHOULDER STABILIZATION REPAIR: A RANDOMIZED CLINICAL TRIAL.

Related Articles DRY NEEDLING AND PHYSICAL THERAPY VERSUS PHYSICAL THERAPY ALONE FOLLOWING SHOULDER STABILIZATION REPAIR: A RANDOMIZED CLINICAL TRIAL. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2020 Feb;15(1):81-102 Authors: Halle R, Crowell M, Goss D Abstract Background: Post-operative range of motion (ROM) loss and pain can limit quality of life, prolong functional return to activity, and may […]

Dry needling for scar treatment.

Related Articles Dry needling for scar treatment. Acupunct Med. 2020 Mar 30;:964528420912255 Authors: Rozenfeld E, Sapoznikov Sebakhutu E, Krieger Y, Kalichman L Abstract OBJECTIVE: To review current scientific knowledge as to the efficacy of dry needling of scars on pain and other related symptoms and explore the possible physiological mechanisms of action. METHODS: A narrative […]

Effects of dry needling of active trigger points in the scalene muscles in individuals with mechanical neck pain: a randomized clinical trial.

Related Articles Effects of dry needling of active trigger points in the scalene muscles in individuals with mechanical neck pain: a randomized clinical trial. Acupunct Med. 2020 Mar 30;:964528420912254 Authors: Arias-Buría JL, Monroy-Acevedo Á, Fernández-de-Las-Peñas C, Gallego-Sendarrubias GM, Ortega-Santiago R, Plaza-Manzano G Abstract OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to compare the effects of […]

Efficacy of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy on pain, function in Myofascial Pain Syndrome of the Trapezius: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Related Articles Efficacy of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy on pain, function in Myofascial Pain Syndrome of the Trapezius: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2020 Mar 28;: Authors: Zhang Q, Fu C, Huang L, Xiong F, Peng L, Liang Z, Chen L, He C, Wei Q Abstract OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the effect […]

The Impact of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy and Dry Needling Combination on Pain and Functionality in the Patients Diagnosed with Plantar Fasciitis.

Related Articles The Impact of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy and Dry Needling Combination on Pain and Functionality in the Patients Diagnosed with Plantar Fasciitis. J Foot Ankle Surg. 2020 Apr 25;: Authors: Bagcier F, Yilmaz N Abstract This study aimed to evaluate the efficiency of extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) and dry needling (DN) combination […]

Authors' Reply: Letter to the Editor Regarding "The Effectiveness of Dry Needling and Exercise Therapy in Patients with Dizziness Caused by Cervical Myofascial Pain Syndrome; Prospective Randomized Clinical Study".

Related Articles Authors’ Reply: Letter to the Editor Regarding “The Effectiveness of Dry Needling and Exercise Therapy in Patients with Dizziness Caused by Cervical Myofascial Pain Syndrome; Prospective Randomized Clinical Study”. Pain Med. 2020 May 01;: Authors: Aydın T, Karacan I PMID: 32358610 [PubMed – as supplied by publisher]

Comparison of dry needling and ischaemic compression techniques on pain and function in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome: a randomised clinical trial.

Related Articles Comparison of dry needling and ischaemic compression techniques on pain and function in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome: a randomised clinical trial. Acupunct Med. 2020 Apr 27;:964528420912253 Authors: Behrangrad S, Abbaszadeh-Amirdehi M, Kordi Yoosefinejad A, Esmaeilnejadganji SM Abstract BACKGROUND: To compare the effectiveness of ischaemic compression (IC) applied directly to the knee versus […]

The Effect of Dry Needling on Lower Limb Dysfunction in Poststroke Survivors.

Related Articles The Effect of Dry Needling on Lower Limb Dysfunction in Poststroke Survivors. J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis. 2020 Apr 20;:104814 Authors: Ghannadi S, Shariat A, Ansari NN, Tavakol Z, Honarpishe R, Dommerholt J, Noormohammadpour P, Ingle L Abstract BACKGROUND: Spasticity is one of the main complications in poststroke survivors leading to difficulties in walking […]

The effects of dry needling on pain relief and functional balance in patients with sub-chronic low back pain.

Related Articles The effects of dry needling on pain relief and functional balance in patients with sub-chronic low back pain. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2020 Apr 07;: Authors: Loizidis T, Nikodelis T, Bakas E, Kollias I Abstract BACKGROUND: Pain relief is important both for the movement of patients suffering from low back pain and the […]

Comparative Effectiveness of Botulinum Toxin Injection for Chronic Shoulder Pain: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

Related Articles Comparative Effectiveness of Botulinum Toxin Injection for Chronic Shoulder Pain: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Toxins (Basel). 2020 Apr 12;12(4): Authors: Hsu PC, Wu WT, Han DS, Chang KV Abstract Botulinum toxin (BoNT) injection is regarded as a promising treatment for musculoskeletal pain. However, its efficacy for treating chronic shoulder pain remains […]

No Added Benefit of Combining Dry Needling With Guideline-Based Physical Therapy When Managing Chronic Neck Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

No Added Benefit of Combining Dry Needling With Guideline-Based Physical Therapy When Managing Chronic Neck Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2020 Apr 09;:1-21 Authors: Stieven FF, Ferreira GE, Wiebusch M, de Araújo FX, da Rosa LHT, Silva MF Abstract OBJECTIVES: To determine the added benefit of combining dry needling with […]

Ultrasound-Guided Application of Percutaneous Electrolysis as an Adjunct to Exercise and Manual Therapy for Subacromial Pain Syndrome: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

Related Articles Ultrasound-Guided Application of Percutaneous Electrolysis as an Adjunct to Exercise and Manual Therapy for Subacromial Pain Syndrome: A Randomized Clinical Trial. J Pain. 2018 10;19(10):1201-1210 Authors: de Miguel Valtierra L, Salom Moreno J, Fernández-de-Las-Peñas C, Cleland JA, Arias-Buría JL Abstract This randomized clinical trial compared the effects of adding ultrasound (US)-guided percutaneouselectrolysis into […]

Fluoroscopically guided interlaminar needle for lumbar disc herniation: a series of 43 patients.

Related Articles Fluoroscopically guided interlaminar needle for lumbar disc herniation: a series of 43 patients. Ann Saudi Med. 2019 Nov-Dec;39(6):417-421 Authors: Ahmed A, Kang A, Hyung-Joon J Abstract BACKGROUND: Lumbar disc herniation (LDH) is the most common cause of back and leg pain. We developed a specially designed needle and a minimally invasive interventional procedure […]

ADVERSE EVENTS ASSOCIATED WITH THERAPEUTIC DRY NEEDLING.

Related Articles ADVERSE EVENTS ASSOCIATED WITH THERAPEUTIC DRY NEEDLING. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2020 Feb;15(1):103-113 Authors: Boyce D, Wempe H, Campbell C, Fuehne S, Zylstra E, Smith G, Wingard C, Jones R Abstract Background: There is a paucity of literature about the adverse events associated with Therapeutic Dry Needling (TDN). Much of the literature […]

Effects of Kinesio Taping on Post-Needling Induced Pain After Dry Needling of Active Trigger Point in Individuals With Mechanical Neck Pain.

Related Articles Effects of Kinesio Taping on Post-Needling Induced Pain After Dry Needling of Active Trigger Point in Individuals With Mechanical Neck Pain. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2020 Feb 12;: Authors: Arias-Buría JL, Franco-Hidalgo-Chacón MM, Cleland JA, Palacios-Ceña M, Fuensalida-Novo S, Fernández-de-Las-Peñas C Abstract OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to assess the effectiveness […]

Postrace Dry Needling Does Not Reduce Subsequent Soreness and Cramping-A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Related Articles Postrace Dry Needling Does Not Reduce Subsequent Soreness and Cramping-A Randomized Controlled Trial. Clin J Sport Med. 2020 Feb 13;: Authors: Cushman DM, Cummings K, Skinner L, Holman A, Haight P, Brobeck M, Teramoto M, Tang C Abstract OBJECTIVE: To identify whether a single session of postrace dry needling can decrease postrace soreness […]