Authors:Hendrik Cornette, Patrick Demey, Luk Verhelst, Koen Liekens Cureus. 2024 Oct 21;16(10):e72053. doi: 10.7759/cureus.72053. eCollection 2024 Oct. ABSTRACT This case study describes a severe and rare complication following the placement of a total hip prosthesis in a 59-year-old woman. During rehabilitation, a physiotherapist incorporated dry needling alongside conventional exercises. A large ulcer developed near the […]
Authors:Edmundo Gónima Valero, Cristian D Rodríguez Miranda, Sandra Contreras Arrieta, Maria I Daza Morelli, Daniela Seija Butnaru, Mariana Reyes Carrillo, Laura D Aponte Camacho, Sebastian Amaya Clin Breast Cancer. 2024 Oct 23:S1526-8209(24)00285-4. doi: 10.1016/j.clbc.2024.10.007. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: Literature regarding nonpharmacological interventions (NPI) for PMPS or CP after mastectomy is scarce and not […]
Authors:Hagar Bessar, N. Arebi, M. El-Sayed, B. Elkholy Arch Dermatol Res. 2024 Nov 13;317(1):13. doi: 10.1007/s00403-024-03449-4. ABSTRACT Melasma is an acquired dysfunction of melanogenesis, that poses a major therapeutic challenge and tends to recur after therapy. Several combination therapies are being tested nowadays for the treatment of melasma, with promising results. Metformin, an anti-diabetic medication, […]
Authors:Burak Tayyip Dede, Ayşenur Ada, Muhammed Oğuz, Berat Bulut, Fatih Bağcıer, Ebru Aytekin J Foot Ankle Surg. 2024 Nov-Dec;63(6):786. doi: 10.1053/j.jfas.2024.08.002. NO ABSTRACT PMID:39455172 | DOI:10.1053/j.jfas.2024.08.002
Authors:Xinjie Wang, Dahai Zhang J Foot Ankle Surg. 2024 Nov-Dec;63(6):784-785. doi: 10.1053/j.jfas.2024.07.014. NO ABSTRACT PMID:39455171 | DOI:10.1053/j.jfas.2024.07.014
Authors:M C Petty, B P Monteiro, S A Robertson, A R Ajadi, C Mosley, J C Murrell, N Nadkarni J Small Anim Pract. 2024 Oct 24. doi: 10.1111/jsap.13795. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT This capsule review is a discussion of myofascial pain syndrome in small animals. The history of myofascial pain syndrome is discussed as […]
Authors:Min Wang, Tianci Zhao, Jiaxin Liu, Shouyang Luo Front Neurol. 2024 Oct 9;15:1465983. doi: 10.3389/fneur.2024.1465983. eCollection 2024. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Many doctors are incorporating dry needling into their clinical practice. Despite this growing trend, there has not been a comprehensive bibliometric analysis conducted in this field. Thus, this study aims to investigate the current research landscape, […]
Authors:Alaa M Albishi, Hanan M Al-Ageel, Sami S AlAbdulwahab Risk Manag Healthc Policy. 2024 Oct 15;17:2401-2413. doi: 10.2147/RMHP.S481457. eCollection 2024. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Bell’s Palsy (BP) is an acute lower motor nerve impairment of the facial nerve, causing sudden paralysis on one side of the face and significantly affecting the patient’s quality of life. Physiotherapy is […]
In this Clinical Relevance video, I break down a powerful case study on TMJ dysfunction—how targeted dry needling resolved eight years of jaw pain, clicking, and locking. Watch the full video above to see the treatment in action and the science behind it. The Patient: 8 Years of TMJ Pain & Failed Treatments A physical […]
Authors:Brian A. Young, David M. Boland, Shane L. Koppenhaver, Emilio J. Puentedura, Joshua A. Cleland J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2024 Oct 14:S0161-4754(24)00055-1. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2024.08.016. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: The purposes of this study were to preliminarily report patient-identified change for the neck disability index (NDI) as either important or not important with time […]
Authors:Varun Kalia, Priyanka Rajput J Chiropr Humanit. 2024 Oct 1;31:33-47. doi: 10.1016/j.echu.2024.02.002. eCollection 2024 Dec. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to analyze the published literature on the utilization of dry needling in the management of neck pain. METHODS: We performed a bibliometric analysis of publications from January 1, 2002 to December 31, […]
Authors:Christi L. Williams, Sue E. Curfman, Stacey R. Lindsley, Christian R. Falyar, Ryan C. McConnell Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2024 Oct 1;19(10):1238-1243. doi: 10.26603/001c.123477. eCollection 2024. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Dry needling (DN) has emerged as a popular therapeutic intervention for managing musculoskeletal pain. While major adverse events are generally rare, those that have been reported […]
Authors:Manal Mahmoud Yosef Mahmoud, Abeer Moustafa Kamel, Sara Ahmed Galal Arch Dermatol Res. 2024 Oct 5;316(9):662. doi: 10.1007/s00403-024-03355-9. ABSTRACT Several treatment modalities have been used for the treatment of melasma. Topical metformin is an anti-diabetic drug, which has melanopenic action. Vitamin C acts on melanin by inhibiting the tyrosinase enzyme, thus inhibiting melanogenesis. To compare […]
Authors:Aleksandra Dolina, Michał Baszczowski, Wiktor Wilkowicz, Grzegorz Zieliński, Jacek Szkutnik, Piotr Gawda Healthcare (Basel). 2024 Sep 17;12(18):1868. doi: 10.3390/healthcare12181868. ABSTRACT Background/Objectives The main aim of the literature review was to determine whether different trigger point therapy techniques are effective in decreasing the intensity, frequency, and duration of tension-type headaches. An additional aim was to assess […]
Authors:Kashmala Khan, Ashfaq Ahmad, Muhammad Ali Mohseni Bandpei, Muhammad Kashif Medicine (Baltimore). 2024 Sep 20;103(38):e39734. doi: 10.1097/MD.0000000000039734. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Low back pain (LBP) is a global musculoskeletal ailment. Over the past few years, dry needling (DN) has garnered interest from both physical therapists and patients. Physical therapy commonly employs spinal manipulation to alleviate persistent LBP […]
Authors:Masoome Ebrahimzadeh, Noureddin Nakhostin Ansari, Iraj Abdollahi, Behnam Akhbari, Jan Dommerholt Case Rep Neurol Med. 2024 Sep 14;2024:5115313. doi: 10.1155/2024/5115313. eCollection 2024. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Dry needling (DN) is a technique employed to mitigate spasticity and enhance functionality in stroke patients. We report the impact of DN on both corticospinal tract (CST) consistency and wrist flexors […]
Author:Idowu Olugbade Cutis. 2024 Aug;114(2):E15-E23. doi: 10.12788/cutis.1080. ABSTRACT Melasma is a chronic pigmentary disorder that results in hyperpigmented patches in sun-exposed areas. Tranexamic acid (TXA) and microneedling are potential treatment options for individuals with melasma. The objective of our systematic review was to review 12 randomized controlled trials and clinical trials on the use and […]
Authors:Arturo Ladriñán-Maestro, Jorge Sánchez-Infante, Daniel Martín-Vera, Jose Angel Del-Blanco-Múñiz, Diego Domínguez-Balmaseda, María José Guzmán-Pavón, Alberto Sánchez-Sierra Front Sports Act Living. 2024 Sep 4;6:1470057. doi: 10.3389/fspor.2024.1470057. eCollection 2024. ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Injury prevention and performance enhancement are paramount goals in sports. Myofascial Pain Syndrome, primarily caused by myofascial trigger points, can result in referred pain, stiffness, muscle […]
In this Clinical Relevance video, we explore how neurologic dry needling can resolve chronic lumbopelvic dysfunction by addressing the nervous system’s role in pain and movement patterns. Below, we break down the patient’s journey, treatment strategy, and the outcomes that highlight the power of this approach for long-standing musculoskeletal issues. The Patient: A 34-Year-Old Dancer […]
Authors:Mahmoud Kandeel, Mohamed A Morsy, Khalid M Al Khodair, Sameer Alhojaily Complement Ther Med. 2024 Sep 15:103085. doi: 10.1016/j.ctim.2024.103085. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Headaches, a widespread neuromuscular ailment, pose a significant burden on individuals and society, necessitating both pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. Dry needling (DN) has surfaced as a notable non-pharmacological alternative for […]
