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. 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 […]
Related Articles Effect of Dry Needling on Thigh Muscle Strength and Hip Flexion in Elite Soccer Players. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2016 Sep 28; Authors: Haser C, Stöggl T, Kriner M, Mikoleit J, Wolfahrt B, Scherr J, Halle M, Pfab F Abstract PURPOSE: Increase in muscle force, endurance and flexibility is desired in elite athletes […]
Related Articles Dry needling in patients with chronic heel pain due to plantar fasciitis: A single-blinded randomized clinical trial. Med J Islam Repub Iran. 2016;30:401 Authors: Eftekharsadat B, Babaei-Ghazani A, Zeinolabedinzadeh V Abstract BACKGROUND: This study examined the effects of dry needling on chronic heel pain due to plantar fasciitis. METHODS: During this single-blinded clinical […]
Related Articles Comparison of two angles of approach for trigger point dry needling of the lumbar multifidus in human donors (cadavers). Man Ther. 2016 Sep 4;26:160-164 Authors: Hannah MC, Cope J, Palermo A, Smith W, Wacker V Abstract STUDY DESIGN: Descriptive comparison study. OBJECTIVE: To assess the accuracy of two needle angle approaches for dry […]
A critical overview of the current myofascial pain literature – July 2016. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2016 Jul;20(3):657-71 Authors: Dommerholt J, Grieve R, Finnegan M, Hooks T Abstract The overview of the myofascial pain literature includes a wide variety of basic and clinical studies, ranging from assessing muscle activation patterns to the impact of platelet-rich […]
Quantification of dry needling on myofascial trigger points using a novel ultrasound method: A study protocol. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2016 Jul;20(3):471-6 Authors: Taheri N, Rezasoltani A, Okhovatian F, Karami M, Hosseini SM, Kouhzad Mohammadi H Abstract INTRODUCTION: Myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) is a neuromuscular dysfunction consisting of both motor and sensory abnormalities. Considering the […]
Related Articles The association between dry needling-induced twitch response and change in pain and muscle function in patients with low back pain: a quasi-experimental study. Physiotherapy. 2016 May 20; Authors: Koppenhaver SL, Walker MJ, Rettig C, Davis J, Nelson C, Su J, Fernández-de-Las-Peñas C, Hebert JJ Abstract OBJECTIVE: To investigate the relationship between dry needling-induced […]
In prior blog posts I addressed the 3 S’s (symptomatic, segmental, systemic) of the IDN system and now would like to link those with the 3 I’s. Acronyms are being used primarily to improve retention of the important considerations when deciding on the how and why to utilize dry needling in clinical practice. Let me […]
Related Articles Dry needling of the trapezius muscle in office workers with neck pain: a randomized clinical trial. J Man Manip Ther. 2016 Sep;24(4):223-32 Authors: Cerezo-Téllez E, Lacomba MT, Fuentes-Gallardo I, Mayoral Del Moral O, Rodrigo-Medina B, Gutiérrez Ortega C Abstract BACKGROUND: Neck pain is a frequent complaint in office workers. This pain can be […]
Comparison of the Efficacy of Dry Needling and High-Power Pain Threshold Ultrasound Therapy with Clinical Status and Sonoelastography in Myofascial Pain Syndrome. Am J Phys Med Rehabil. 2016 Aug 22; Authors: Aridici R, Yetisgin A, Boyaci A, Tutoglu A, Bozdogan E, Sen Dokumaci D, Kilicaslan N, Boyaci N Abstract OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study […]
Effectiveness of dry needling for chronic nonspecific neck pain: a randomized, single-blinded, clinical trial. Pain. 2016 Sep;157(9):1905-1917 Authors: Cerezo-Téllez E, Torres-Lacomba M, Fuentes-Gallardo I, Perez-Muñoz M, Mayoral-Del-Moral O, Lluch-Girbés E, Prieto-Valiente L, Falla D Abstract Chronic neck pain attributed to a myofascial pain syndrome is characterized by the presence of muscle contractures referred to as […]
Related Articles PERTINENT DRY NEEDLING CONSIDERATIONS FOR MINIMIZING ADVERSE EFFECTS – PART ONE. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2016 Aug;11(4):651-62 Authors: Halle JS, Halle RJ Abstract BACKGROUND: Dry needling is an evidence-based treatment technique that is accepted and used by physical therapists in the United States. This treatment approach focuses on releasing or inactivating muscular […]
Related Articles CHRONIC UCL INJURY: A MULTIMODAL APPROACH TO CORRECTING ALTERED MECHANICS AND IMPROVING HEALING IN A COLLEGE ATHLETE- A CASE REPORT. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2016 Aug;11(4):614-26 Authors: Patrick R, McGinty J, Lucado A, Collier B Abstract BACKGROUND: Ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) tears and associated Tommy Johns surgical intervention from excessive and poor […]
Related Articles Effects of dry needling to the symptomatic versus control shoulder in patients with unilateral subacromial pain syndrome. Man Ther. 2016 Jul 21;26:62-69 Authors: Koppenhaver S, Embry R, Ciccarello J, Waltrip J, Pike R, Walker M, Fernández-de-Las-Peñas C, Croy T, Flynn T Abstract BACKGROUND: Initial reports suggest that treating myofascial trigger points in the […]
Related Articles The role of psychological factors on the perception of postneedling soreness and the influence of postneedling intervention. PM R. 2016 Aug 1; Authors: Martín-Pintado-Zugasti A, López-López A, González Gutiérrez JL, Pecos-Martín D, Rodríguez-Fernández ÁL, Alguacil-Diego IM, Gallego-Izquierdo T, Fernández-Carnero J Abstract BACKGROUND: Myofascial trigger point dry needling is frequently associated with postneedling soreness, […]
Related Articles Dry needling: Effects on activation and passive mechanical properties of the quadriceps, pain and range during late stage rehabilitation of ACL reconstructed patients. Phys Ther Sport. 2016 Feb 24;21:57-62 Authors: Ortega-Cebrian S, Luchini N, Whiteley R Abstract BACKGROUND: Dry needling (DN) is reported to decrease pain and improve functional movements yet the mechanisms […]
Immediate and short-term effects of the combination of dry needling and percutaneous TENS on post-needling soreness in patients with chronic myofascial neck pain. Braz J Phys Ther. 2016 Jul 11;0:0 Authors: León-Hernández JV, Martín-Pintado-Zugasti A, Frutos LG, Alguacil-Diego IM, de la Llave-Rincón AI, Fernandez-Carnero J Abstract BACKGROUND: Dry needling (DN) and percutaneous electrical nerve stimulation […]
Effects of dry needling (DNHS technique) on the contractile properties of spastic muscles in a patient with stroke: a case report. Int J Rehabil Res. 2016 Jun 29; Authors: Calvo S, Quintero I, Herrero P Abstract Dry needling for hypertonia and spasticity (DNHS) is a technique used for decreasing hypertonia and spasticity and for the […]
The Effectiveness of Dry Needling and Stretching on Hamstring Flexibility: A Randomized Controlled Trial.: 3155 Board #220 June 3, 3: 30 PM – 5: 00 PM. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2016 May;48(5S Suppl 1):898 Authors: Mason JS, Crowell MS, Dolbeer JA, Morris JB, Terry AC, Koppenhaver SL, Goss DL PMID: 27361724 [PubMed – as supplied […]
