NeuroRehabilitation. 2024 Feb 23. doi: 10.3233/NRE-230081. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: The positive contribution of dry needling (DN) in conjunction with exercise therapy for patients with stroke and spasticity remains uncertain. OBJECTIVE: To examine the effects of DN combined with exercise therapy on wrist flexor spasticity and motor function in patients with stroke. METHODS: […]
Toxins (Basel). 2024 Feb 10;16(2):98. doi: 10.3390/toxins16020098. ABSTRACT This article aims to provide a concise overview of the best available evidence for managing post-stroke spasticity. A modified scoping review, conducted following the PRISMA guidelines and the PRISMA Extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR), involved an intensive search on Medline and PubMed from 1 January 2000 to […]
Healthcare (Basel). 2024 Feb 7;12(4):427. doi: 10.3390/healthcare12040427. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Patellar tendinopathy is a degenerative clinical disorder that causes load-related pain in the lower pole of the patella or patellar tendon. It predominantly affects young male athletes engaged in sports involving repetitive tendon loading, particularly explosive jumping. The combination of manual techniques with therapeutic exercise is […]
J Ultrasound. 2024 Feb 23. doi: 10.1007/s40477-023-00846-9. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT PURPOSE: To assess whether Ultrasound guided dry needling is adequate for both common extensor tendon tears and tendinosis or whether ultrasound guided platelet rich plasma (PRP) has a superior outcome when compared to dry needling when there are tears of the common extensor […]
Med Acupunct. 2024 Feb 1;36(1):53-54. doi: 10.1089/acu.2023.0002. Epub 2024 Feb 13. NO ABSTRACT PMID:38380167 | PMC:PMC10874811 | DOI:10.1089/acu.2023.0002
Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2024 Feb 12;55:101842. doi: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2024.101842. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT PURPOSE: To evaluate the short-term effects of adding a dry needling therapy to a standard care protocol based on education, exercise and electrotherapy, compared to a sham procedure and to a standard care protocol in isolation in patients with chronic neck […]
KNOW YOUR NERVES: A CLOSER LOOK AT THE ULNAR NERVE When it comes to understanding the human anatomy, every single part is crucial. Each nerve, muscle, and bone plays a crucial role in keeping our bodies functioning correctly. Today, let’s focus on the ulnar nerve, which is often overlooked but plays a critical role in […]
KNOW YOUR NERVES: THE MEDIAN NERVE Understanding the human body, especially the nervous system, can be a daunting task due to its intricate nature and complex functionality. Today, we will unravel the complexities of the median nerve, one of the principal nerves located in the human arm. Characteristics of the Median Nerve The median nerve […]
KNOW YOUR NERVES: THE RADIAL NERVE Understanding the anatomy of the human body is an incredible journey. One of the most important components of our body is the nervous system, and within it, various nerves play critical roles. In this article, we will delve into the intricacies of the radial nerve, its origin, innervation, functions, […]
KNOW YOUR NERVES: THE POSTERIOR INTEROSSEOUS NERVE Introduction Understanding the intricacies of our nervous system can be quite a daunting task due to its complex nature. Today, let’s dive in and explore one specific nerve – the posterior interosseous nerve, a deep branch of the radial nerve. The Posterior Interosseous Nerve The radial nerve, after […]
KNOW YOUR NERVES: THE LATERAL ANTEBRACHIAL CUTANEOUS NERVE Understanding the human body is a complex task, but it’s made easier when we break it down into individual components. One such component that plays a crucial role in our body is the nervous system. In this blog post, we will focus on a specific nerve: the […]
KNOW YOUR NERVES: A DEEP DIVE INTO THE MUSCULOCUTANEOUS NERVE Knowledge is power, and understanding the intricate workings of our body can equip us with the ability to handle unexpected circumstances better. In this light, let’s delve into one of the fascinating components of our nervous system – the musculocutaneous nerve. We’ll explore its anatomy, […]
Ginekol Pol. 2024 Feb 9. doi: 10.5603/gpl.98523. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT Scar formation is a natural part of the healing process after CS. This process, lasting up to two years, depends on the number of factors including type of incision, wound size, the person’s age, body weight, health condition, and many others. Abnormal scarring […]
Heliyon. 2024 Jan 13;10(2):e24661. doi: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e24661. eCollection 2024 Jan 30. ABSTRACT The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly affected the clinical practice of healthcare professionals. This study aimed to explore the perspectives of COVID-19 survivors regarding the healthcare they received during their stay in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and the inpatient COVID-19 ward. A qualitative case-study […]
J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2024 Jan 29:1-46. doi: 10.2519/jospt.2024.12091. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To compare the short- and intermediate-term effects of dry needling to manual therapy on pain, disability, function, and patient-perceived improvement in patients with mechanical neck pain. DESIGN: A single (therapist) blinded randomized controlled trial. METHODS: Seventy-eight patients (mean ± […]
Explore (NY). 2024 Jan 17:S1550-8307(24)00006-5. doi: 10.1016/j.explore.2024.01.006. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT CONTEXT: Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) poses significant challenges due to its diverse symptoms and impact on patients’ daily lives. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to explore the effectiveness of two innovative interventions, dry needling and face yoga, in managing TMD-related issues such as pain, […]
Braz J Phys Ther. 2023 Dec 27;28(1):100586. doi: 10.1016/j.bjpt.2023.100586. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Shoulder pain related to pathology of the long head of the biceps tendon (LHBT) can be debilitating. Chronic LHBT tendinopathy is a common condition that is difficult to treat. Little consensus exists regarding the optimal approach to treating individuals with […]
Healthcare (Basel). 2023 Dec 19;12(1):10. doi: 10.3390/healthcare12010010. ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Gait disorders are a major cause of disability and reduced health-related quality of life in people with multiple sclerosis (pwMS). Dry needling (DN) has demonstrated positive results to improve gait parameters in patients with stroke. The main aim of this study was to evaluate the effect […]
Cureus. 2023 Dec 5;15(12):e49987. doi: 10.7759/cureus.49987. eCollection 2023 Dec. ABSTRACT Myofascial pain (MFP) is characterized by localized pain in the maxillofacial region attributed to the presence of hypersensitive spots known as trigger points (TrPs). This condition is particularly prevalent in the maxillofacial area, warranting a comprehensive examination of evidence-based management techniques. This review aims to […]
BMC Complement Med Ther. 2024 Jan 2;24(1):14. doi: 10.1186/s12906-023-04301-4. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: There is a continuing interest in finding effective methods for scar treatment. Dry needling is gaining popularity in physiotherapy and is defined by Western medicine as a type of acupuncture. The terms acupuncture and dry needling have been used interchangeably so we have focused […]
