A critical overview of the current myofascial pain literature – July 2015.
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Neuroscience education in addition to trigger point dry needling for the management of patients with mechanical chronic low back pain: A preliminary clinical trial.
Related Articles Neuroscience education in addition to trigger point dry needling for the management of patients with mechanical chronic low back pain: A preliminary clinical trial. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2015 Jul;19(3):464-72 Authors: Téllez-García M, de-la-Llave-Rincón AI, Salom-Moreno J, Palacios-Ceña M, Ortega-Santiago R, Fernández-de-Las-Peñas C Abstract The objective of the current study was to determine […]
Validation and Test-Retest Reliability of New Thermographic Technique Called Thermovision Technique of Dry Needling for Gluteus Minimus Trigger Points in Sciatica Subjects and TrPs-Negative Healthy Volunteers.
Validation and Test-Retest Reliability of New Thermographic Technique Called Thermovision Technique of Dry Needling for Gluteus Minimus Trigger Points in Sciatica Subjects and TrPs-Negative Healthy Volunteers. Biomed Res Int. 2015;2015:546497 Authors: Skorupska E, Rychlik M, Samborski W Abstract The aim of this study was to assess the validity and test-retest reliability of Thermovision Technique of […]
Acupuncture for Analgesia in Veterinary Medicine.
Acupuncture for Analgesia in Veterinary Medicine. Top Companion Anim Med. 2014 Jun;29(2):35-42 Authors: Fry LM, Neary SM, Sharrock J, Rychel JK Abstract Acupuncture for analgesia is growing rapidly in popularity with veterinarians and pet owners. This article summarizes the mechanisms of analgesia derived from acupuncture and reviews current literature on the topic. Areas covered include […]
Ultrasound-guided dry needling with percutaneous paratenon decompression for chronic Achilles tendinopathy.
Ultrasound-guided dry needling with percutaneous paratenon decompression for chronic Achilles tendinopathy. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc. 2014 Dec 2; Authors: Yeo A, Kendall N, Jayaraman S Abstract PURPOSE: Chronic Achilles tendinopathy is a common overuse injury. There are several modalities of treatment, reflecting difficulties in management. In particular, due to the well-recognised surgical morbidity, treatment […]
Whether lidocaine or dry needling should be the favored treatment after meta analysis.
Whether lidocaine or dry needling should be the favored treatment after meta analysis. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2014 Oct;18(4):517-8 Authors: Liu L, Huang QM, Wang LB PMID: 25440200 [PubMed – in process]
Effect of Pain Neuroscience Education and dry needling on chronic elbow pain as a result of cyberchondria: a case report.
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Dry needling for the treatment of poststroke muscle spasticity: A prospective case report.
Dry needling for the treatment of poststroke muscle spasticity: A prospective case report. NeuroRehabilitation. 2014 Dec 29; Authors: Ansari NN, Naghdi S, Fakhari Z, Radinmehr H, Hasson S Abstract BACKGROUND: Spasticity is a common symptom that can be detrimental to the quality of life and daily function of patients with stroke. OBJECTIVE: To introduce the […]
Effectiveness of Dry Neeedling for Myofascial Trigger Points Associated with Neck and Shoulder Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
Effectiveness of Dry Neeedling for Myofascial Trigger Points Associated with Neck and Shoulder Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2015 Jan 7; Authors: Liu L, Huang QM, Liu QG, Ye G, Bo CZ, Chen MJ, Li P Abstract OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to evaluate current evidence on the effectiveness of dry […]
The Effectiveness of Dry Needling On The Lower Trapezius In Patients With Mechanical Neck Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
Related Articles The Effectiveness of Dry Needling On The Lower Trapezius In Patients With Mechanical Neck Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2015 Jan 9; Authors: Pecos-Martin D, Montañez-Aguilera FJ, Gallego-Izquierdo T, Urraca-Gesto A, Gómez-Conesa A, Romero-Franco N, Plaza-Manzano G Abstract OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the effect of dry needling into a myofascial […]
An evidence-informed review of the current myofascial pain literature – January 2015.
Related Articles An evidence-informed review of the current myofascial pain literature – January 2015. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2015 Jan;19(1):126-137 Authors: Dommerholt J, Grieve R, Layton M, Hooks T Abstract This article provides an up-to-date review of the most recent publications about myofascial pain, trigger points (TrPs) and other related topics. We have added some […]
International Myopain Society (IMS) US chapter meeting.
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Myofascial origin of shoulder pain: A literature review.
Related Articles Myofascial origin of shoulder pain: A literature review. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2015 Jan;19(1):91-101 Authors: Sergienko S, Kalichman L Abstract BACKGROUND: Shoulder pain is a common problem imposing a considerable burden on the affected person and society. Since interventions targeting traditional musculoskeletal conditions are usually only moderately effective, myofascial origin can be suggested […]
Tendon needling for treatment of tendinopathy: a systematic review.
Tendon needling for treatment of tendinopathy: a systematic review. Phys Sportsmed. 2015 Jan 22;:1-7 Authors: Krey D, Borchers J, McCamey K Abstract Abstract Objective. To summarize the best available evidence to determine if tendon needling is an effective treatment for tendinopathy. Data source. Medline and Cochrane Databases through November 2013. Review methods. Utilizing the search […]
February 2015 erratum.
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Inclusion of Trigger Point Dry Needling in a Multimodal Physical Therapy Program for Postoperative Shoulder Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
Related Articles Inclusion of Trigger Point Dry Needling in a Multimodal Physical Therapy Program for Postoperative Shoulder Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2015 Feb 7; Authors: Arias-Buría JL, Valero-Alcaide R, Cleland JA, Salom-Moreno J, Ortega-Santiago R, Atín-Arratibel MA, Fernández-de-Las-Peñas C Abstract OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the […]
Deep dry needling of trigger points located in the lateral pterygoid muscle: Efficacy and safety of treatment for management of myofascial pain and temporomandibular dysfunction.
Related Articles Deep dry needling of trigger points located in the lateral pterygoid muscle: Efficacy and safety of treatment for management of myofascial pain and temporomandibular dysfunction. Med Oral Patol Oral Cir Bucal. 2015 Feb 7; Authors: Gonzalez-Perez LM, Infante-Cossio P, Granados-Nunez M, Urresti-Lopez FJ, Lopez-Martos R, Ruiz-Canela-Mendez P Abstract Objectives: To determine whether deep […]
"Dry Needling Alters Trigger Points in the Upper Trapezius Muscle and Reduces Pain in Subjects with Chronic Myofascial Pain"
Related Articles “Dry Needling Alters Trigger Points in the Upper Trapezius Muscle and Reduces Pain in Subjects with Chronic Myofascial Pain” PM R. 2015 Feb 4; Authors: Gerber LH, Shah J, Rosenberger W, Armstrong K, Turo D, Otto P, Heimur J, Thaker N, Sikdar S Abstract OBJECTIVE: To determine whether dry needling of an active […]
Acupuncture for Knee Osteoarthritis, Chasteberry for Premenstrual Syndrome, Probiotics for Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Yoga for Hypertension, and Trigger Point Dry Needling for Plantar Fasciitis.
Related Articles Acupuncture for Knee Osteoarthritis, Chasteberry for Premenstrual Syndrome, Probiotics for Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Yoga for Hypertension, and Trigger Point Dry Needling for Plantar Fasciitis. Explore (NY). 2014 Dec 29; Authors: Glickman-Simon R, Wallace J PMID: 25682385 [PubMed – as supplied by publisher]
The use of dry needling for a subject with acute onset of neck pain: a case report.
The use of dry needling for a subject with acute onset of neck pain: a case report. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2015 Feb;10(1):104-13 Authors: Pavkovich R Abstract BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Neck pain is a common complaint treated by the physical therapist. Trigger points (TrPs) have been studied as a source of neuromusculoskeletal pain, though […]