A critical overview of the current myofascial pain literature – October 2020.

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Day of peak pain reduction by a single session of dry needling in the upper trapezius myofascial trigger points: A 14 daily follow-up study.

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Combination of Gluteal Trigger Points Dry Needling and Percutaneous Endoscopic Lumbar Discectomy for Complex Low Back-Related Leg Pain.

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Characteristics of chiropractic patients treated at the University of Johannesburg chiropractic student clinic and relevance to the educational process.

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Preliminary results of the use of scalp microneedling in different types of alopecia.

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Combination Therapy of Microneedle Fractional Radiofrequency and Topical Poly-Lactic Acid for Acne Scars: A Randomized Controlled Split-Face Study.

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Effects of Dry Needling on Spasticity and Range of Motion: A Systematic Review.

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Comparing Ultrasound-Guided Needling Combined With a Subacromial Corticosteroid Injection Versus High-Energy Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy for Calcific Tendinitis of the Rotator Cuff: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

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Safety of Combined Fractional Microneedle Radiofrequency and CO2 as an Early Intervention for Inflammatory Acne and Scarring Treated With Concomitant Isotretinoin.

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Emotional Experience and Feelings during First COVID-19 Outbreak Perceived by Physical Therapists: A Qualitative Study in Madrid, Spain.

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Effects of Trigger Point Dry Needling for Nontraumatic Shoulder Pain of Musculoskeletal Origin: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

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Is Dry Needling Effective for the Management of Spasticity, Pain, and Motor Function in Post-Stroke Patients? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

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Effectiveness of Invasive Techniques in Patients with Fibromyalgia: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

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Ultrasound-guided interventional procedures for myofascial trigger points: a systematic review.

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Outcome of Primary Probing for Simple Membraneous Congenital Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction in Children Older Than 4 Years.

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The effect of dry needling on gastrocnemius muscle stiffness and strength in participants with latent trigger points.

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