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. 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 […]
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 […]
Related Articles Adverse events following trigger point dry needling: a prospective survey of chartered physiotherapists. J Man Manip Ther. 2014 Aug;22(3):134-40 Authors: Brady S, McEvoy J, Dommerholt J, Doody C Abstract OBJECTIVES: Trigger point dry needling (TrP-DN) is commonly used to treat persons with myofascial pain, but no studies currently exist investigating its safety. The […]
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 […]
Related Articles The effect of dry needling for myofascial trigger points in the neck and shoulders: A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2014 Jul;18(3):390-8 Authors: Ong J, Claydon LS Abstract BACKGROUND: and purpose: The aim of this systematic review with meta-analysis is to determine the effect of dry needling in the treatment […]
Related Articles Temporomandibular disorders. Part 2: conservative management. J Man Manip Ther. 2014 Feb;22(1):13-23 Authors: Shaffer SM, Brismée JM, Sizer PS, Courtney CA Abstract Appropriate management of temporomandibular disorders (TMD) requires an understanding of the underlying dysfunction associated with the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and surrounding structures. A comprehensive examination process, as described in part 1 […]
Related Articles Trigger point-related sympathetic nerve activity in chronic sciatic leg pain: a case study. Acupunct Med. 2014 Jun 26; Authors: Skorupska E, Rychlik M, Pawelec W, Bednarek A, Samborski W Abstract Sciatica has classically been associated with irritation of the sciatic nerve by the vertebral disc and consequent inflammation. Some authors suggest that active […]
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) […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. 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. 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 […]
Related Articles Neck pain: dry needling can decrease pain and increase motion. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2014 Apr;44(4):261 Authors: Abstract When you have neck pain, the muscles in your neck are often painful to the touch. The irritable, hard “knots” within a muscle or connective tissue that may cause pain over a large area […]
Related Articles Evidence for the use of dry needling and physiotherapy in the management of cervicogenic or tension-type headache: A systematic review. Cephalalgia. 2014 Mar 12; Authors: France S, Bown J, Nowosilskyj M, Mott M, Rand S, Walters J Abstract BACKGROUND:: There is good evidence in the literature supporting physiotherapy in the management of some […]
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