Effectiveness of manual therapy in patients with tension-type headache. A systematic review and meta-analysis. Disabil Rehabil. 2020 Sep 12;:1-10 Authors: Kamonseki DH, Lopes EP, van der Meer HA, Calixtre LB Abstract PURPOSE: To systematically review the evidence about the effectiveness of manual therapy (MT) on pain intensity, frequency and impact of headache in individuals with tension-type headache (TTH). METHODS: Medline, …
Intramuscular stimulation vs sham needling for the treatment of chronic midportion Achilles tendinopathy: A randomized controlled clinical trial.
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Acupuncture and dry needling in the reduction of peripheral acute fatigue induced in the biceps braquii: protocol for a single-blinded randomized controlled clinical trial.
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The Long-Term Effectiveness of Trigger Point Dry Needling and Exercise for Individuals With Shoulder Pain: A Critically Appraised Topic.
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Effects of the Numbers and the Shapes of Venting Slits on Intraocular Pressure after Baerveldt Glaucoma Drainage Implant.
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Spinal Manipulation and Electrical Dry Needling in Patients With Subacromial Pain Syndrome: A Multicenter Randomized Clinical Trial.
Related Articles Spinal Manipulation and Electrical Dry Needling in Patients With Subacromial Pain Syndrome: A Multicenter Randomized Clinical Trial. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2020 Aug 28;:1-46 Authors: Dunning J, Butts R, Fernández-de-Las-Peñas C, Walsh S, Goult C, Gillett B, Arias-Buria JL, Garcia J, Young IA Abstract OBJECTIVES: To compare the effects of spinal thrust-manipulation and electrical dry needling (TMEDN-group) …
Effects of dry needling on symptomatic hallux valgus: A randomized single blind clinical trial.
Related Articles Effects of dry needling on symptomatic hallux valgus: A randomized single blind clinical trial. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2020 Jul;24(3):246-251 Authors: Kharazmi AS, Okhovatian F, Baghban AA, Mosallanezhad Z, Kojidi MM, Azimi H Abstract OBJECTIVES: The purpose of the present study was to determine the short and medium effects of dry needling (DN) on myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) …
A critical overview of the current myofascial pain literature – July 2020.
Related Articles A critical overview of the current myofascial pain literature – July 2020. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2020 Jul;24(3):307-320 Authors: Dommerholt J, Hooks T, Thorp JN, Chou LW Abstract We are sad to report that following this issue, Dr. Li-Wei Chou will no longer be able to contribute to this quarterly literature overview. Unfortunately, his work responsibilities have increased …
Multimodal management of patellar tendinopathy in basketball players: A retrospective chart review pilot study.
Related Articles Multimodal management of patellar tendinopathy in basketball players: A retrospective chart review pilot study. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2020 Jul;24(3):267-272 Authors: Vander Doelen T, Scott A Abstract BACKGROUND: The aim of this observational study was to document changes in pain, dysfunction, and fear of movement in basketball players using a multimodal rehabilitation approach for managing patellar tendinopathy. METHODS: …
Needling: is there a point?
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Management of Congenital Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction with Probing, Experience in a Mexican Eye Center.
Related Articles Management of Congenital Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction with Probing, Experience in a Mexican Eye Center. Nepal J Ophthalmol. 2019 Jul;11(22):189-196 Authors: Zuazo F, Morales OO, Tovilla ML, Castañeda ÁN Abstract OBJECTIVE: To describe the management, complications and prognosis of lacrimalprobing in patients with congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction (CNLDO). MATERIALS AND METHODS: Retrospective, observational and analytical study. We studied the …
