Intensive vasodilatation in the sciatic pain area after dry needling.
Intensive vasodilatation in the sciatic pain area after dry needling. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2015 Mar 20;15(1):72 Authors: Skorupska E, Rychlik M, Samborski W Abstract BACKGROUND: Short-term vasodilatation in the pain area after dry needling (DN) of active trigger points (TrPs) was recorded in several cases of sciatica. Moreover, the presence of TrPs in sciatica […]
A critical overview of current myofascial pain literature – March 2015.
Related Articles A critical overview of current myofascial pain literature – March 2015. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2015 Apr;19(2):337-349 Authors: Dommerholt J, Layton M, Hooks T, Grieve R Abstract The second article in this review series considers multiple recent publications about myofascial pain, trigger points (TrPs) and other related topics. The article is divided into […]
[Cervical myofascial pain syndrome. Narrative review of physiotherapeutic treatment].
[Cervical myofascial pain syndrome. Narrative review of physiotherapeutic treatment]. An Sist Sanit Navar. 2015 enero-abril;38(1):105-115 Authors: Capó-Juan MA Abstract Pain is a complex and multifactorial phenomenon that depends on the interaction of biopsychosocial factors. Between 15-25% of adults suffer from chronic pain at some point in their lives. Cervical chronic pain is considered a public […]
Trigger Point Dry Needling and Proprioceptive Exercises for the Management of Chronic Ankle Instability: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
Related Articles Trigger Point Dry Needling and Proprioceptive Exercises for the Management of Chronic Ankle Instability: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2015;2015:790209 Authors: Salom-Moreno J, Ayuso-Casado B, Tamaral-Costa B, Sánchez-Milá Z, Fernández-de-Las-Peñas C, Alburquerque-Sendín F Abstract Objective. To compare the effects of combined trigger point dry needling (TrP-DN) and proprioceptive/strengthening exercises […]
The effect of dry needling and treadmill running on inducing pathological changes in rat Achilles tendon.
The effect of dry needling and treadmill running on inducing pathological changes in rat Achilles tendon. Connect Tissue Res. 2015 Jun 15;:1-17 Authors: Kim BS, Joo YC, Choi BH, Kim KH, Kang JS, Park SR Abstract Achilles tendinopathy is a common degenerative condition without a definitive treatment. An adequate chronic animal model of Achilles tendinopathy […]
DRY NEEDLING FOR MYOFASCIAL TRIGGER POINT PAIN: A CLINICAL COMMENTARY.
DRY NEEDLING FOR MYOFASCIAL TRIGGER POINT PAIN: A CLINICAL COMMENTARY. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2015 Jun;10(3):402-18 Authors: Unverzagt C, Berglund K, Thomas JJ Abstract UNLABELLED: Sports and orthopaedic physical therapists have long used a multitude of techniques in order to address pain and dysfunction associated with myofascial trigger points. One technique in particular has […]
Deconstructing Chronic Low Back Pain in the Older Adult-Step by Step Evidence and Expert-Based Recommendations for Evaluation and Treatment: Part II: Myofascial Pain.
Deconstructing Chronic Low Back Pain in the Older Adult-Step by Step Evidence and Expert-Based Recommendations for Evaluation and Treatment: Part II: Myofascial Pain. Pain Med. 2015 Jun 18; Authors: Lisi AJ, Breuer P, Gallagher RM, Rodriguez E, Rossi MI, Schmader K, Scholten JD, Weiner DK Abstract OBJECTIVE: To present an algorithm of sequential treatment options […]
Evidence for the Use of Ischemic Compression and Dry Needling in the Management of Trigger Points of the Upper Trapezius in Patients with Neck Pain: A Systematic Review.
Evidence for the Use of Ischemic Compression and Dry Needling in the Management of Trigger Points of the Upper Trapezius in Patients with Neck Pain: A Systematic Review. Am J Phys Med Rehabil. 2015 Mar 12; Authors: Cagnie B, Castelein B, Pollie F, Steelant L, Verhoeyen H, Cools A Abstract The aim of this review […]
Baseline Examination Factors Associated With Clinical Improvement After Dry Needling in Individuals With Low Back Pain.
Baseline Examination Factors Associated With Clinical Improvement After Dry Needling in Individuals With Low Back Pain. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2015 Jun 25;:1-31 Authors: Koppenhaver SL, Walker MJ, Smith RW, Booker JM, Walkup ID, Su J, Hebert JJ, Flynn T Abstract Study Design Quasi-experimental. Objectives To explore for associations between demographic, patient history, and […]
Effect of Pain Neuroscience Education and dry needling on chronic elbow pain as a result of cyberchondria: a case report.
Related Articles Effect of Pain Neuroscience Education and dry needling on chronic elbow pain as a result of cyberchondria: a case report. Physiother Theory Pract. 2014 Dec 9;:1-7 Authors: Anandkumar S Abstract Abstract This case report describes a 31-year-old male who presented with complaints of chronic pain in his right elbow. Detailed subjective examination revealed […]
Dry needling for the treatment of poststroke muscle spasticity: A prospective case report.
Dry needling for the treatment of poststroke muscle spasticity: A prospective case report. NeuroRehabilitation. 2014 Dec 29; Authors: Ansari NN, Naghdi S, Fakhari Z, Radinmehr H, Hasson S Abstract BACKGROUND: Spasticity is a common symptom that can be detrimental to the quality of life and daily function of patients with stroke. OBJECTIVE: To introduce the […]
Effectiveness of Dry Neeedling for Myofascial Trigger Points Associated with Neck and Shoulder Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
Effectiveness of Dry Neeedling for Myofascial Trigger Points Associated with Neck and Shoulder Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2015 Jan 7; Authors: Liu L, Huang QM, Liu QG, Ye G, Bo CZ, Chen MJ, Li P Abstract OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to evaluate current evidence on the effectiveness of dry […]
The Effectiveness of Dry Needling On The Lower Trapezius In Patients With Mechanical Neck Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
Related Articles The Effectiveness of Dry Needling On The Lower Trapezius In Patients With Mechanical Neck Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2015 Jan 9; Authors: Pecos-Martin D, Montañez-Aguilera FJ, Gallego-Izquierdo T, Urraca-Gesto A, Gómez-Conesa A, Romero-Franco N, Plaza-Manzano G Abstract OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the effect of dry needling into a myofascial […]
An evidence-informed review of the current myofascial pain literature – January 2015.
Related Articles An evidence-informed review of the current myofascial pain literature – January 2015. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2015 Jan;19(1):126-137 Authors: Dommerholt J, Grieve R, Layton M, Hooks T Abstract This article provides an up-to-date review of the most recent publications about myofascial pain, trigger points (TrPs) and other related topics. We have added some […]
International Myopain Society (IMS) US chapter meeting.
Related Articles International Myopain Society (IMS) US chapter meeting. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2015 Jan;19(1):124-125 Authors: Wild S PMID: 25603752 [PubMed – as supplied by publisher]
Myofascial origin of shoulder pain: A literature review.
Related Articles Myofascial origin of shoulder pain: A literature review. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2015 Jan;19(1):91-101 Authors: Sergienko S, Kalichman L Abstract BACKGROUND: Shoulder pain is a common problem imposing a considerable burden on the affected person and society. Since interventions targeting traditional musculoskeletal conditions are usually only moderately effective, myofascial origin can be suggested […]
Tendon needling for treatment of tendinopathy: a systematic review.
Tendon needling for treatment of tendinopathy: a systematic review. Phys Sportsmed. 2015 Jan 22;:1-7 Authors: Krey D, Borchers J, McCamey K Abstract Abstract Objective. To summarize the best available evidence to determine if tendon needling is an effective treatment for tendinopathy. Data source. Medline and Cochrane Databases through November 2013. Review methods. Utilizing the search […]
February 2015 erratum.
Related Articles February 2015 erratum. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2015 Feb;45(2):147 Authors: Abstract Correction to an article published in November 2014 of JOSPT: Llamas-Ramos R, Pecos-Martín D, Gallego-Izquierdo T, Llamas-Ramos I, Plaza-Manzano G, Ortega-Santiago R, Cleland J, Fernández-de-Las-Peñas C. Comparison of the short-term outcomes between trigger point dry needling and trigger point manual therapy […]
Inclusion of Trigger Point Dry Needling in a Multimodal Physical Therapy Program for Postoperative Shoulder Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
Related Articles Inclusion of Trigger Point Dry Needling in a Multimodal Physical Therapy Program for Postoperative Shoulder Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2015 Feb 7; Authors: Arias-Buría JL, Valero-Alcaide R, Cleland JA, Salom-Moreno J, Ortega-Santiago R, Atín-Arratibel MA, Fernández-de-Las-Peñas C Abstract OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the […]
Deep dry needling of trigger points located in the lateral pterygoid muscle: Efficacy and safety of treatment for management of myofascial pain and temporomandibular dysfunction.
Related Articles Deep dry needling of trigger points located in the lateral pterygoid muscle: Efficacy and safety of treatment for management of myofascial pain and temporomandibular dysfunction. Med Oral Patol Oral Cir Bucal. 2015 Feb 7; Authors: Gonzalez-Perez LM, Infante-Cossio P, Granados-Nunez M, Urresti-Lopez FJ, Lopez-Martos R, Ruiz-Canela-Mendez P Abstract Objectives: To determine whether deep […]