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Trigger-Point Dry Needling for the SOF Medic.

Related Articles Trigger-Point Dry Needling for the SOF Medic. J Spec Oper Med. 2016;16(4):33-39 Authors: Cavett T, Solarczyk J Abstract We propose that trigger-point dry needle (TrP-DN) therapy is an effective low-risk treatment for pain associated with myofascial trigger points (MTrP), and should be incorporated into the Special Operations Forces (SOF) Medic’s scope of practice. […]

[Pneumothorax following dry needling treatment: legal and ethical aspects].

Related Articles [Pneumothorax following dry needling treatment: legal and ethical aspects]. Ig Sanita Pubbl. 2016 Sep-Oct;72(5):505-512 Authors: Ronconi G, De Giorgio F, Ricci E, Maggi L, Spagnolo AG, Ferrara PE Abstract Trigger point “dry needling” is a technique used to treat myofascial pain. It involves using filiform needles which are inserted into muscles to give […]

Evidence and expert opinions: Drying needling versus acupuncture (I) : -The American Alliance for Professional Acupuncture Safety (AAPAS) White Paper 2016.

Related Articles Evidence and expert opinions: Drying needling versus acupuncture (I) : -The American Alliance for Professional Acupuncture Safety (AAPAS) White Paper 2016. Chin J Integr Med. 2016 Dec 21;: Authors: Fan AY, Xu J, Li YM Abstract In the last twenty years, in the United States and other Western countries, dry needling (DN) became […]

Contribution of Dry Needling to Individualized Physical Therapy Treatment of Shoulder Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

Contribution of Dry Needling to Individualized Physical Therapy Treatment of Shoulder Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2016 Dec 10;:1-32 Authors: Pérez-Palomares S, Oliván-Blázquez B, Pérez-Palomares A, Gaspar-Calvo E, López-Lapeña E, Pérez-Benito M, De la Torre-Beldarraín ML, Magallon-Botaya R Abstract Study Design Multi-center, parallel randomized clinical trial. Background Myofascial trigger points […]

Deep Spine Infection After Acupuncture in the Setting of Spinal Instrumentation.

Related Articles Deep Spine Infection After Acupuncture in the Setting of Spinal Instrumentation. Spine Deform. 2016 Mar;4(2):156-161 Authors: Callan AK, Bauer JM, Martus JE Abstract BACKGROUND: Acupuncture can be used to manage chronic pain. The most common complications related to acupuncture include pain, bruising, bleeding, or symptom exacerbation. Rarely, more serious adverse events occur, including […]

The much anticipated release of our 3rd textbook is here!

Dr. Ma’s Neurologic Dry Needling© (NDN) is the first book presenting a neuroscience-based dry needling approach for pain management, physical rehabilitation and sports medicine. Neurologic Dry Needling systemically targets peripheral neurogenic sensitivity to reduce neurologic burdens, optimize neurologic capability, improve neuro-immune function, and maximize systemic homeostasis to achieve the best clinical results. OUTSTANDING FEATURES: Using the […]

Clinical Effectiveness of Dry Needling Immediately After Application on Myofascial Trigger Point in Upper Trapezius Muscle.

Related Articles Clinical Effectiveness of Dry Needling Immediately After Application on Myofascial Trigger Point in Upper Trapezius Muscle. J Chiropr Med. 2016 Dec;15(4):252-258 Authors: Ziaeifar M, Arab AM, Nourbakhsh MR Abstract OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of dry needling (DN) on pain intensity and pressure pain threshold (PPT) compared […]

Dry Needling and Injection for Musculoskeletal and Joint Disorders: A Review of the Clinical Effectiveness, Cost-Effectiveness, and Guidelines

Related Articles Dry Needling and Injection for Musculoskeletal and Joint Disorders: A Review of the Clinical Effectiveness, Cost-Effectiveness, and Guidelines Book. 2016 08 22 Authors: Abstract Although the use of dry needling appears to be increasing, it is not clear whether there is good evidence that this procedure is clinically effective. The purpose of this […]

A critical overview of the current myofascial pain literature – September 2016.

Related Articles A critical overview of the current myofascial pain literature – September 2016. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2016 Oct;20(4):879-892 Authors: Dommerholt J, Finnegan M, Hooks T, Grieve R Abstract This edition of the overview of the current myofascial pain literature includes 24 studies, case reports and systematic and narrative reviews. Surprisingly, five of the […]

IDN News Release

The Integrative Dry Needling (IDN) Institute is changing the name of their courses to better reflect our teaching approach of dry needling. The Institute will continue to be called Integrative Dry Needling based on how we have integrated the research and clinical expertise of our predecessors into a comprehensive treatment system. The term dry needling […]

THE EFFECTIVENESS OF DRY NEEDLING AND STRETCHING VS. STRETCHING ALONE ON HAMSTRING FLEXIBILITY IN PATIENTS WITH KNEE PAIN: A RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL.

THE EFFECTIVENESS OF DRY NEEDLING AND STRETCHING VS. STRETCHING ALONE ON HAMSTRING FLEXIBILITY IN PATIENTS WITH KNEE PAIN: A RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2016 Oct;11(5):672-683 Authors: Mason JS, Crowell M, Dolbeer J, Morris J, Terry A, Koppenhaver S, Goss DL Abstract BACKGROUND: Recently, dry needling has emerged as a popular treatment […]

PERTINENT DRY NEEDLING CONSIDERATIONS FOR MINIMIZING ADVERSE EFFECTS – PART TWO.

PERTINENT DRY NEEDLING CONSIDERATIONS FOR MINIMIZING ADVERSE EFFECTS – PART TWO. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2016 Oct;11(5):810-819 Authors: Halle JS, Halle RJ Abstract BACKGROUND: Dry needling (DN) is an evidence based treatment technique that is accepted and used by physical therapists in the United States. This clinical commentary is the second in a two-part […]

Exercises and Dry Needling for Subacromial Pain Syndrome: a Randomized Parallel-Group Trial.

Related Articles Exercises and Dry Needling for Subacromial Pain Syndrome: a Randomized Parallel-Group Trial. J Pain. 2016 Oct 5;: Authors: Arias-Buría JL, Fernández-de-Las-Peñas C, Palacios-Ceña M, Koppenhaver SL, Salom-Moreno J Abstract This randomized clinical trial investigated the effectiveness of exercise vs. exercise plus trigger point dry needling (TrP-DN) in subacromial pain syndrome. A randomized parallel-group […]

Effects of myofascial trigger point dry needling in patients with sleep bruxism and temporomandibular disorders: a prospective case series.

Effects of myofascial trigger point dry needling in patients with sleep bruxism and temporomandibular disorders: a prospective case series. Acupunct Med. 2016 Oct 3;: Authors: Blasco-Bonora PM, Martín-Pintado-Zugasti A Abstract OBJECTIVES: To investigate the effects of deep dry needling (DN) of myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) of the masseter and temporalis on pain, pressure pain threshold […]

Therapeutic effects of dry needling in patients with upper trapezius myofascial trigger points.

Therapeutic effects of dry needling in patients with upper trapezius myofascial trigger points. Acupunct Med. 2016 Oct 3;: Authors: Abbaszadeh-Amirdehi M, Ansari NN, Naghdi S, Olyaei G, Nourbakhsh MR Abstract BACKGROUND: Active myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) are major pain generators in myofascial pain syndrome. Dry needling (DN) is an effective method for the treatment of […]

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