Comparison of the effects of dry needling and spinal manipulative therapy versus spinal manipulative therapy alone on functional disability and endurance in patients with nonspecific chronic low back pain: An experimental study

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 and other musculoskeletal disorders. The aim of this study was […]

Changes in Corticospinal Tract Consistency after Dry Needling in a Stroke Patient

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 spasticity of an individual affected by stroke. CASE: The participant was […]

The Use of Tranexamic Acid and Microneedling in the Treatment of Melasma: A Systematic Review

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 efficacy of […]

Effects of dry needling on vertical jump performance in female volleyball players. A randomized controlled trial

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 shortening, and weakness. This study aimed to assess the impact of dry needling (DN) on latent […]

Dry Needling Techniques as a Treatment for Improving Disability and Pain in Patients with Different Types of Headache: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

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 addressing headaches. We aim to compare DN intervention with the control […]

The Effects of Dry-Needling Therapy on the Quality of Life in Athletes with Myofascial Pain Syndrome: Repeated Measures Design Study

J Clin Med. 2024 Aug 23;13(17):4969. doi: 10.3390/jcm13174969. ABSTRACT Background: This study aims to investigate the effects of dry-needling treatment on the quality of life in athletes with myofascial pain syndrome (MPS). Methods: The participants included in the study were 50 athletes (38 males and 12 females) diagnosed with MPS. The treatments were carried out […]

A novel application of lemmatize and thematic analysis to understand protective measures perspectives of patients with chronic respiratory disease during the first outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic: a qualitative study

Front Public Health. 2024 Aug 29;12:1351754. doi: 10.3389/fpubh.2024.1351754. eCollection 2024. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To describe the perspectives of a group of COPD patients during the first outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic and narrate the emotions and polarity (acceptance-rejection) regarding living with COPD during the pandemic. DESIGN/METHODS: We used a novel application of lemmatization and thematic analysis […]

Leukocyte-Poor Platelet-Rich Plasma as a Treatment for Patellar Tendinopathy A Multicenter, Randomized Controlled Trial

Bull Hosp Jt Dis (2013). 2024 Dec;82(4):266-272. ABSTRACT PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to compare regimens of eccentric exercise and dry-needling, with and without an ultrasound-guided leukocyte-poor platelet-rich plasma (LP-PRP) injection, in patients with patellar tendinopathy. METHODS: Patients with symptomatic patellar tendinopathy based on physical examination and magnetic resonance imaging and who had […]

Effectiveness of dry needling to treat lateral epicondylosis: A case report

Hand Ther. 2024 Sep;29(3):135-139. doi: 10.1177/17589983241268218. Epub 2024 Aug 26. ABSTRACT PURPOSE: This study presents the use of dry needling (DN) as an intervention to support functional rehabilitation for an adult diagnosed with lateral epicondylosis. METHODS: A retrospective, single subject, AB design was implemented. A 50-year-old male with a six-month history of dominant left lateral […]

Trigger point injection therapies for chronic myofascial neck and back pain: A systematic review

Interv Pain Med. 2022 Mar 2;1(3):100076. doi: 10.1016/j.inpm.2022.100076. eCollection 2022 Sep. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To assess the comparative effectiveness and harms of trigger point injections (TPI) for myofascial neck and back pain. METHODS: Electronic literature databases were searched to identify articles pertaining to TPI for chronic myofascial neck and back pain. Searches were done from database […]

Comparing The Effects of Compression Contrast Therapy and Dry Needling on Muscle Functionality, Pressure Pain Threshold, and Perfusion after Isometric Fatigue in Forearm Muscles of Combat Sports Athletes: A Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial

J Sports Sci Med. 2024 Sep 1;23(1):548-558. doi: 10.52082/jssm.2024.548. eCollection 2024 Sep. ABSTRACT The aim of this study was to compare the acute effects of compression contrast therapy (CT) and dry needling therapy (DN) on muscle tension (MT), muscle strength (Fmax), pressure pain threshold (PPT), and perfusion (PU) following fatigue of forearm muscles (e.g., flexor […]

Effectiveness of adding dry needling of the upper trapezius muscle to the usual physiotherapy for managing chronic neck pain: A randomized controlled trial with a 7-week follow-up

Musculoskelet Sci Pract. 2024 Aug 18;74:103155. doi: 10.1016/j.msksp.2024.103155. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) is a chronic condition caused by sensitive pressure regions within the muscles known as myofascial trigger points (MTrPs). OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this randomized controlled trial (RCT) was to assess the effectiveness of adding dry needling (DN) […]

Effect of Dry Needling Plus Static Stretching on Plantar Flexors Spasticity in Chronic Stroke Patients

J Acupunct Meridian Stud. 2024 Aug 31;17(4):141-148. doi: 10.51507/j.jams.2024.17.4.141. ABSTRACT IMPORTANCE: Stroke is a leading cause of disability worldwide and is often accompanied by complications such as spasticity. Static stretching (SS) is a common physiotherapy intervention for reducing spasticity, whereas dry needling (DN) is a novel approach. However, the combined effects of DN and SS […]

Analysis of Research Trends in Ultrasound-Guided Acupuncture and Dry-Needling: A Scoping Review

J Clin Med. 2024 Aug 22;13(16):4962. doi: 10.3390/jcm13164962. ABSTRACT Background: This study aimed to summarize the current status of research on ultrasound-guided acupuncture and dry-needling treatment and the specific treatment methods applied to patients. Methods: A scoping review was conducted, surveying three English databases (PubMed, Embase, and the Cochrane Library) for studies published up to […]

Study of the electromyographic activity in patellofemoral pain syndrome accompanied by secondary myofascial pain syndrome specifically affecting the popliteus muscle following dry needling: a randomized clinical trial

J Man Manip Ther. 2024 Aug 28:1-12. doi: 10.1080/10669817.2024.2396709. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVES: Myofascial pain syndrome in the popliteus muscle may change motor control in the affected and related muscles due to changes in proprioceptive and nociceptive afferents, which can exacerbate patellofemoral pain syndrome. The primary purpose of the current study was to […]

Subcision with platelet-rich plasma and microneedling versus subcision with saline and micro-needling in posttraumatic scars

Arch Dermatol Res. 2024 Aug 19;316(8):537. doi: 10.1007/s00403-024-03226-3. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: In treating post-traumatic scars, this study compared the safety and effectiveness of combined subcision with saline and microneedling versus combined subcision with platelet-rich plasma and microneedling. Combined subcision with saline and microneedling or combined subcision with platelet-rich plasma and microneedling were used to treat 36 […]

Unravelling the mechanisms behind the short-term effects of dry needling: new insights from a mediation analysis with repeatedly measured mediators and outcomes

Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2024 Aug 13:S0003-9993(24)01165-1. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2024.07.016. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: to explore the causal pathways underlying the short-term effects of deep dry needling (DDN) in people with chronic neck pain. DESIGN: explanatory longitudinal mediation analysis with repeatedly measured mediators and outcomes. SETTING: primary care setting PARTICIPANTS: 128 patients with chronic […]

Pain, function and peritendinous effusion improvement after dry needling in patients with long head of biceps brachii tendinopathy: a single-blind randomized clinical trial

Ann Med. 2024 Dec;56(1):2391528. doi: 10.1080/07853890.2024.2391528. Epub 2024 Aug 14. ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Long head of biceps brachii tendinopathy, a frequent source of anterior shoulder pain, may lead to discomfort and diminished function. The objective of this study is to assess the efficacy of dry needling and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation in these patients. PATIENTS AND […]

Fibromyalgia Diagnosis and Treatment Receipt in the U.S. Military Health System

Mil Med. 2024 Aug 12:usae384. doi: 10.1093/milmed/usae384. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Meta-analytic findings and clinical practice guidance recommend pharmacological (e.g., pregabalin, duloxetine, and milnacipran) and non-pharmacological (e.g., exercise and sleep hygiene) interventions to reduce symptoms and improve quality of life in people living with fibromyalgia. However, some of these therapies may lack robust […]

Evaluation of the effect of dextrose prolotherapy versus deep dry needling therapy for the treatment of temporomandibular joint anterior disc displacement with reduction: (a randomized controlled trial)

Clin Oral Investig. 2024 Aug 8;28(9):475. doi: 10.1007/s00784-024-05830-z. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: to compare the combined effect of Prolotherapy and Deep Dry Needling (DDN) versus DDN effect on relieving the symptoms of Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) anterior disc displacement. PATIENTS AND METHODS: The clinical trial randomly allocated forty patients. The (control group) patients received four intraarticular and masseteric […]