Effectiveness of Trigger Point Dry Needling for Plantar Heel Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Effectiveness of Trigger Point Dry Needling for Plantar Heel Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Phys Ther. 2014 Apr 3; Authors: Cotchett MP, Munteanu SE, Landorf KB Abstract BackgroundPlantar heel pain can be managed with dry needling of myofascial trigger points, however there is only poor quality evidence supporting its use.ObjectiveTo evaluate the effectiveness of dry […]

The use of dry needling and myofascial meridians in a case of plantar fasciitis.

The use of dry needling and myofascial meridians in a case of plantar fasciitis. J Chiropr Med. 2014 Mar;13(1):43-8 Authors: Behnam A, Mahyar S, Ezzati K, Rad SM Abstract OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this case report is to describe the use of dry needling based on myofascial meridians for management of plantar fasciitis. CLINICAL FEATURES: […]

The effect of dry needling on pain, pressure pain threshold and disability in patients with a myofascial trigger point in the upper trapezius muscle.

The effect of dry needling on pain, pressure pain threshold and disability in patients with a myofascial trigger point in the upper trapezius muscle. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2014 Apr;18(2):298-305 Authors: Ziaeifar M, Arab AM, Karimi N, Nourbakhsh MR Abstract Dry needling (DN) has been used recently by physical therapists as a therapy of choice […]

Platelet-rich therapies for musculoskeletal soft tissue injuries.

Related Articles Platelet-rich therapies for musculoskeletal soft tissue injuries. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2014 Apr 29;4:CD010071 Authors: Moraes VY, Lenza M, Tamaoki MJ, Faloppa F, Belloti JC Abstract BACKGROUND: Platelet-rich therapies are being used increasingly in the treatment of musculoskeletal soft tissue injuries such as ligament, muscle and tendon tears and tendinopathies. These therapies can […]

Autologous Growth Factor Injections in Chronic Tendinopathy.

Related Articles Autologous Growth Factor Injections in Chronic Tendinopathy. J Athl Train. 2014 May 19; Authors: Sandrey MA Abstract Reference :  de Vos RJ, van Veldhoven PLJ, Moen MH, Weir A, Tol JL. Autologous growth factor injections in chronic tendinopathy: a systematic review. Br Med Bull. 2010;95:63-77. Clinical Question :  The authors of this systematic […]

Acupuncture for Treating Whiplash Associated Disorder: A Systematic Review of Randomised Clinical Trials.

Related Articles Acupuncture for Treating Whiplash Associated Disorder: A Systematic Review of Randomised Clinical Trials. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2014;2014:870271 Authors: Moon TW, Posadzki P, Choi TY, Park TY, Kim HJ, Lee MS, Ernst E Abstract The aim of this systematic review was to determine the effectiveness of acupuncture for the treatment of whiplash […]

Dry needling for management of pain in the upper quarter and craniofacial region.

Related Articles Dry needling for management of pain in the upper quarter and craniofacial region. Curr Pain Headache Rep. 2014 Aug;18(8):437 Authors: Kietrys DM, Palombaro KM, Mannheimer JS Abstract Dry needling is a therapeutic intervention that has been growing in popularity. It is primarily used with patients that have pain of myofascial origin. This review […]

Effects of Spray and Stretch On Postneedling Soreness And Sensitivity After Dry Needling Of A Latent Myofascial Trigger Point.

Related Articles Effects of Spray and Stretch On Postneedling Soreness And Sensitivity After Dry Needling Of A Latent Myofascial Trigger Point. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2014 Jun 10; Authors: Martín-Pintado-Zugasti A, Rodríguez-Fernández AL, García-Muro F, López-López A, Mayoral O, Mesa-Jiménez JA, Fernández-Carnero J Abstract OBJECTIVE: To investigate (1) the effect of spray and stretch (SS) […]

Immediate Effects of Dry Needing or Manual Pressure Release of Upper Trapezius Trigger Points on Muscle Activity during the Cranio-Cervical Flexion Test in People with Chronic Neck Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Pain Med. 2022 Feb 18:pnac034. doi: 10.1093/pm/pnac034. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To compare the effects of dry needling or manual pressure release on an active trigger point in the upper trapezius on cranio-cervical flexion test performance, pressure pain thresholds, and cervical range of motion in chronic neck pain. DESIGN: A parallel randomized clinical […]

The role of acupuncture for myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) in interventional pain management

J Complement Integr Med. 2022 Feb 17. doi: 10.1515/jcim-2021-0525. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVES: The aim of this literature review is to describe the role of acupuncture for myofascial pain syndrome in interventional pain management. CONTENT: Myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) can be found at all ages. Approximately 30.0-93.0% of patients with musculoskeletal pain have […]

Authors’ reply to the comment on “Effects of dry needling on mechanical and contractile properties of the upper trapezius with latent myofascial trigger points: A randomized controlled trial”

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Authors' reply to the comment on "Effects of dry needling on mechanical and contractile properties of the upper trapezius with latent myofascial trigger points: A randomized controlled trial"

Musculoskelet Sci Pract. 2022 Feb 11:102525. doi: 10.1016/j.msksp.2022.102525. Online ahead of print. NO ABSTRACT PMID:35177370 | DOI:10.1016/j.msksp.2022.102525

The role of acupuncture for myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) in interventional pain management

J Complement Integr Med. 2022 Feb 17. doi: 10.1515/jcim-2021-0525. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVES: The aim of this literature review is to describe the role of acupuncture for myofascial pain syndrome in interventional pain management. CONTENT: Myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) can be found at all ages. Approximately 30.0-93.0% of patients with musculoskeletal pain have […]

Immediate Effects of Dry Needing or Manual Pressure Release of Upper Trapezius Trigger Points on Muscle Activity during the Cranio-Cervical Flexion Test in People with Chronic Neck Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Pain Med. 2022 Feb 18:pnac034. doi: 10.1093/pm/pnac034. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To compare the effects of dry needling or manual pressure release on an active trigger point in the upper trapezius on cranio-cervical flexion test performance, pressure pain thresholds, and cervical range of motion in chronic neck pain. DESIGN: A parallel randomized clinical […]

Can Post-Exercise Hemodynamic Response Be Influenced by Different Recovery Methods in Paraplegic Sportsmen?

Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2022 Feb 4;19(3):1772. doi: 10.3390/ijerph19031772. ABSTRACT Post-exercise hypotension is of great clinical relevance and also in sports training settings, as recovery speed is important. The aim of this study was to compare the influence of different recovery methods on post-exercise hemodynamic response. Twelve male paraplegic sportsmen (25.40 ± 3.30 […]

Can Post-Exercise Hemodynamic Response Be Influenced by Different Recovery Methods in Paraplegic Sportsmen?

Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2022 Feb 4;19(3):1772. doi: 10.3390/ijerph19031772. ABSTRACT Post-exercise hypotension is of great clinical relevance and also in sports training settings, as recovery speed is important. The aim of this study was to compare the influence of different recovery methods on post-exercise hemodynamic response. Twelve male paraplegic sportsmen (25.40 ± 3.30 […]

Autologous Blood Injection With Dry-Needling vs Dry-Needling Alone Treatment for Chronic Plantar Fasciitis: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Foot Ankle Int. 2022 Jan 24:10711007211061365. doi: 10.1177/10711007211061365. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Autologous blood injection (ABI) for patients with chronic plantar fasciitis has been promoted as an approach to improve outcomes over standard dry-needling approaches. The purpose of this trial was to investigate if there are improved outcomes following an ultrasonography-guided ABI compared […]

Cost-Effectiveness of Upper Extremity Dry Needling in Chronic Stroke

Healthcare (Basel). 2022 Jan 14;10(1):160. doi: 10.3390/healthcare10010160. ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Dry needling is a non-pharmacological approach that has proven to be effective in different neurological conditions. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of a single dry needling session in patients with chronic stroke. METHODS: A cost-effectiveness analysis was performed based on […]

Trigger point injections and dry needling can be effective in treating long COVID syndrome-related myalgia: a case report

J Med Case Rep. 2022 Jan 17;16(1):31. doi: 10.1186/s13256-021-03239-w. ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Myofascial pain is a complex health condition that affects the majority of the general population. Myalgia has been recognized as a symptom of long COVID syndrome. The treatment for long COVID syndrome-related myalgia lacks research. Dry needling is a technique that involves the insertion […]

Dry Needling and Antithrombotic Drugs

Pain Res Manag. 2022 Jan 7;2022:1363477. doi: 10.1155/2022/1363477. eCollection 2022. ABSTRACT Many clinicians increasingly use dry needling in clinical practice. However, whether patients’ intake of antithrombotic drugs should be considered as a contraindication for dry needling has not been investigated to date. As far as we know, there are no publications in analyzing the intake […]