On "Effectiveness of trigger point dry needling…" Cotchett MP, Munteanu SE, Landorf KB. Phys Ther. 2014;94:1083-1094.
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IDN faculty to speak at AAOMPT on Dry Needling
Attending the AAOMPT 2014 Conference? October 22-26, 2014, San Antonio, Texas Grand Hyatt San Antonio Make sure you catch our breakout session #5 on Sunday morning. Check out the link for more info: Dry Needling and Clinical Reasoning: Is there enough information?
Dry needling: a literature review with implications for clinical practice guidelines.
Dry needling: a literature review with implications for clinical practice guidelines. Phys Ther Rev. 2014 Aug;19(4):252-265 Authors: Dunning J, Butts R, Mourad F, Young I, Flannagan S, Perreault T Abstract BACKGROUND: Wet needling uses hollow-bore needles to deliver corticosteroids, anesthetics, sclerosants, botulinum toxins, or other agents. In contrast, dry needling requires the insertion of thin […]
Successful Management of Chronic Postsurgical Pain Following Total Knee Replacement.
Pain Med. 2014 Aug 4; Authors: Vas L, Khandagale N, Pai R Abstract We report reversal of chronic postsurgical pain (CPSP) along with functional restoration after total knee replacement (TKR) in two patients, using a combination therapy that included ultrasonography-guided pulsed radiofrequency (PRF) of nerves supplying the knee to provide pain relief, along with dry […]
Adverse events following trigger point dry needling: a prospective survey of chartered physiotherapists.
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The Use of Manual Therapy Post Hip Arthroscopy When an Exercise Based Therapy Approach Has Failed: A Case Report.
The Use of Manual Therapy Post Hip Arthroscopy When an Exercise Based Therapy Approach Has Failed: A Case Report. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2014 Aug 6;:1-29 Authors: Le Beau RT, Nho SJ Abstract Study Design Case report. Background Although there is a growing body of literature on both surgical intervention and post-surgical rehabilitation of […]
The effect of dry needling for myofascial trigger points in the neck and shoulders: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
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Temporomandibular disorders. Part 2: conservative management.
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Trigger point-related sympathetic nerve activity in chronic sciatic leg pain: a case study.
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Effects of Spray and Stretch On Postneedling Soreness And Sensitivity After Dry Needling Of A Latent Myofascial Trigger Point.
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Dry needling for management of pain in the upper quarter and craniofacial region.
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Acupuncture for Treating Whiplash Associated Disorder: A Systematic Review of Randomised Clinical Trials.
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Dry needling therapy can decrease neck and shoulder pain
Neck and shoulder pain can have a debilitating effect on a person’s day-to-day health and well-being by limiting their activity and movement. Neck and shoulder pain often occurs when sensitive, inflamed tender points form within the connective tissue and musculature causing painful symptoms. For dry needling purposes, these tender points are referred to as “trigger […]
Autologous Growth Factor Injections in Chronic Tendinopathy.
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How Dry Needling addresses dysfunction on both the local and systemic levels
Clinical physicians developed modern dry needling models primarily to treat soft tissue pain related to inflammation, sensitized nerves, scar tissue formation, tissue adhesion, and deficiency of blood and lymphatic circulation. The practice of dry needling today is used to address both local and systemic dysfunctions. The process of dry needling involves inserting a filiform needle through the […]
Platelet-rich therapies for musculoskeletal soft tissue injuries.
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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 […]
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: […]
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 […]
Neck pain: dry needling can decrease pain and increase motion.
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