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Dry Needling

PT189 citations · 3 lenses

Mixed systematic review evidence. Most effective for trigger point pain short-term. State-dependent practice. IL permits PT dry needling with training.

Scores · default weights
Clinical
58/100
Business
71/100
Academic Clinical
43/100

Each lens uses its own dimensions and default weights. Scores answer different questions across paths — they aren’t apples-to-apples. How scoring works →

Clinical breakdown
Clinical outcomes×35%
40/100

Short-term trigger point pain reduction consistent; superiority over other manual techniques not established.

Caseload applicability×15%
72/100

Applicable to musculoskeletal and chronic pain caseloads; very useful in outpatient ortho and sports settings.

Billing & reimbursement×15%
55/100

Billed as therapeutic procedure; covered by some commercial payers; growing acceptance; some states restrict PT dry needling scope.

Certification investment×20%
68/100

1-2 day introductory course; ~$400-600; multiple providers; accessible; advanced courses optional.

Employer demand×10%
88/100

Among the most employer-demanded PT certifications in outpatient ortho; listed in ~30% of outpatient PT postings in permitted states.

Patient experience×5%
42/100

Patient response variable; immediate relief creates strong positive impression when it occurs.

Business breakdown
Cash-pay viability×25%
85/100

Strong cash-pay add-on — patients routinely pay out-of-pocket per session.

Pricing leverage×20%
75/100

Supports $40-100 per-session upcharges and packages.

Market differentiation×15%
60/100

Still illegal/restricted in some states which raises scarcity, but broadly common among ortho/sports PTs.

Owner leverage×15%
55/100

Trainable for staff PTs so the practice (not just owner) can deliver it.

Consumer demand×15%
75/100

High consumer awareness, often searched directly.

Credential investment×10%
65/100

Weekend courses, ~$1-2k total — fast ROI.

Academic Clinical breakdown
Faculty recognition×25%
35/100

Commercial CE credential with no academic standing for promotion/tenure.

Scholarship signal×20%
50/100

Growing but mixed-quality literature; some faculty publish on it.

Teaching value×15%
45/100

State scope restrictions limit curricular integration; usually elective content.

Evidence depth×20%
45/100

Evidence is mixed — modest short-term effects, heterogeneous trials, contested vs sham.

Faculty demand×10%
20/100

Almost never listed in faculty postings.

Credential investment×10%
60/100

Short course time but limited academic payoff.

Evidence base · 189 sources
  1. 01
    The Effects of Dry Needling the Quadriceps or Gluteal Muscle Groups in the Multimodal Management of Patellofemoral Pain: A Critically Appraised Topic
    A. Chiavetta; S. Gonser; M. O'Sullivan; M. J. Rivera · J Sport Rehabil2026
    Otherdoi:10.1123/jsr.2024-0282
  2. 02
    A randomized controlled trial investigating feasibility, acceptability and effects of dry needling for provoked vestibulodynia
    M. Roch; N. Gaudreault; J. Paré; M. E. Bouchard; M. Starzec-Proserpio; J. Dommerholt; J. B. N; M. H. Mayrand; S. Bergeron; M. F. Dubois; M. Morin · J Pain2026
    RCTdoi:10.1016/j.jpain.2025.105596
  3. 03
    Effects of dry needling combined with exercise on knee osteoarthritis at 6 month follow up a randomized clinical trial
    A. Agost-González; I. Escobio-Prieto; M. de Los Ángeles Cardero-Durán; R. Yáñez-Álvarez Á; C. Fernández-Morales; M. Albornoz-Cabello · Sci Rep2025
    RCTdoi:10.1038/s41598-025-27821-0
  4. 04
    Effectiveness of Addition of Dry Needling of Upper Trapezius Muscle to Usual Physiotherapy in Management of Chronic Neck Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial
    S. Alattar; H. Alzahrani · Archives of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation2025
    RCTdoi:10.1016/j.apmr.2025.01.186
  5. 05
    Dry needling for mechanical neck pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
    A. M. Aleid; A. A. Aljabr; S. N. Aldanyowi; H. A. AlAidarous; Z. M. Aleid; A. S. Alharthi; M. N. Alsubaie; L. I. AlOraini; A. R. Almoslem; A. Al Mutair · Surg Neurol Int2025
    Meta-analysisdoi:10.25259/sni_797_2024
  6. 06
    Deep Versus Superficial Dry Needling for Neck Pain: A Systematic Review of Randomised Clinical Trials
    A. M. Alhakami; A. Sahely; A. M. Y. Alshami · Medicina (Kaunas)2025
    Systematic reviewdoi:10.3390/medicina61101832
  7. 07
    Comparison of the efficacy of extracorporeal shock wave therapy and trigger point dry needling in the treatment of Calcaneal Epin- A randomized trial
    M. F. Arpacı; F. Doğru; M. A. Deniz; İ. B. Çiçek; R. A. Baykara; C. Erdem; F. Taş; G. B. Uzun; E. Köse · Journal of Back & Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation2025
    RCTdoi:10.1177/10538127251317864
  8. 08
    Dry Needling in United States Doctor of Physical Therapy Programs: Safety Assessment and Adverse Event Reporting
    T. L. Barrett; G. A. Kearns; E. J. Puentedura; J. M. Brismée · J Phys Ther Educ2025
    Otherdoi:10.1097/jte.0000000000000393
  9. 09
    Dry Needling for Tension-Type Headache: A Scoping Review on Intervention Procedures, Muscle Targets, and Outcomes
    A. Bravo-Vazquez; E. Anarte-Lazo; C. Rodriguez-Blanco; C. Bernal-Utrera · J Clin Med2025
    Systematic reviewdoi:10.3390/jcm14155320
  10. 10
    The effects of dry needling on muscle blood flow of the infraspinatus muscle in individuals with shoulder pain - a randomized clinical trial
    J. Brown; G. Kearns; K. Brizzolara; M. Weber; S. Wang-Price · Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy (Taylor & Francis Ltd)2025
    RCTdoi:10.1080/10669817.2025.2464542
  11. 11
    Comparison of dry needling with physical modalities for myofascial trigger point of patients with neck pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis
    Y. Chen; Y. Sun; S. Ai; Q. Wang · Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies2025
    Meta-analysisdoi:10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.08.015
  12. 12
    Dry needling of the gluteus-medius muscle, combined with standard care, for chronic low back pain – a pilot randomized sham-controlled trial
    G. Dar; A. Goldberg · Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy (Taylor & Francis Ltd)2025
    RCTdoi:10.1080/10669817.2025.2465726
  13. 13
    Effects of dry needling on functioning and pain relief in patients with chronic nonspecific neck pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
    A. de Sire; N. Marotta; M. Sgro; I. Bartalotta; R. Zito; D. Calafiore; F. Agostini; M. Vecchio; U. G. Longo; A. Ammendolia · Disabil Rehabil2025
    Meta-analysisdoi:10.1080/09638288.2025.2529423
  14. 14
    Effects of dry needling and kinesio taping in temporomandibular dysfunction: a randomized trial
    A. Duran; E. E. Ozmen; B. S. Unuvar · Rev Assoc Med Bras (1992)2025
    RCTdoi:10.1590/1806-9282.20251053
  15. 15
    Efficacy of dry needling with the fascial winding technique in reducing the percentage of surgery in carpal tunnel syndrome: A randomized clinical trial
    J. Gascon-Garcia; S. López-Marne; R. Dominguez-Rubio; A. Martínez de Aragón; M. Girabent-Farrés; C. Bagur-Calafat · Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies2025
    RCTdoi:10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.01.015
  16. 16
    Comparison of the effectiveness of dry needling and balneotherapy on pain, mood, anxiety, kinesiophobia, disability, and quality of life of patients with myofascial pain syndrome: A prospective, single-blind, randomized study
    Z. K. Güngör; F. A. Koçak; F. Tuncay; H. R. Erdem; E. E. Kurt; S. Şaş; E. Güngör · Turkish Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (2587-1250)2025
    RCTdoi:10.5606/tftrd.2025.14531
  17. 17
    A comparative study of sonographic and clinical parameters in patient with upper trapezius muscle trigger point following dry needling and intramuscular electrical stimulation: a randomized control trial
    M. Hadizadeh; A. Rahimi; M. Velayati; M. Javaherian; F. Naderi; A. Keshtkar; J. Dommerholt · Chiropractic & Manual Therapies2025
    RCTdoi:10.1186/s12998-024-00567-8
  18. 18
    Dry Needling in Treatment of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders: A Systematic Review
    M. Khayamzadeh; F. Razmara; A. Tavassoli · Clin Exp Dent Res2025
    Systematic reviewdoi:10.1002/cre2.70214
  19. 19
    Dry Needling in Sports and Sport Recovery: A Systematic Review with an Evidence Gap Map
    A. Kużdżał; R. Trybulski; J. Muracki; S. Klich; F. M. Clemente; A. Kawczyński · Sports Medicine2025
    Systematic reviewdoi:10.1007/s40279-025-02175-9
  20. 20
    Dry needling boosts perceived financial value but not perceived therapeutic effectiveness: A randomized controlled trial
    A. Ladwig; E. Ladwig · Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies2025
    RCTdoi:10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.05.041
  21. 21
    Comparing Dry Needle Therapy and Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy for Tendinopathy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
    Z. Li; Y. Chen; L. Chen; J. He · Arch Rehabil Res Clin Transl2025
    Meta-analysisdoi:10.1016/j.arrct.2025.100432
  22. 22
    Pneumothorax After Dry Needling of Intrascapular Muscles Using a Rib Bracketing Technique: Insights From the Clinician, Patient, and Clinical Expert
    P. E. Mintken; B. Denman; J. Dommerholt · Phys Ther2025
    Otherdoi:10.1093/ptj/pzaf078
  23. 23
    Effects of eccentric exercises with and without dry needling approaches at the patients with chronic rotator cuff tendinopathy
    S. Pourshafie; Z. Ashnagar; S. Jalaie; S. Bashardoust Tajali · Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies2025
    Otherdoi:10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.01.032
  24. 24
    Neurophysiological Effects of Dry Needling: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
    G. Rabanal-Rodríguez; M. J. Navarro-Santana; J. A. Valera-Calero; G. F. Gómez-Chiguano; M. Kocot-Kępska; C. Fernández-de-Las-Peñas; G. Plaza-Manzano · Arch Phys Med Rehabil2025
    Meta-analysisdoi:10.1016/j.apmr.2025.08.019
  25. 25
    The effectiveness of dry needling in patellofemoral pain syndrome patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis
    H. Rashnavadi; E. Madreseh; N. Anaraki; S. Z. Emami Razavi; N. Maghbouli · J Bodyw Mov Ther2025
    Meta-analysisdoi:10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.06.008
  26. 26
    The effect of combined dry needling and stretching exercises on pain and function in patients with patellofemoral pain: A randomized clinical trial
    S. N. Safavi; L. Abbasi; N. Meftahi; R. M. Alamdarloo · Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies2025
    RCTdoi:10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.05.072
  27. 27
    Efficacy of Dry Needling Combined with Eccentric Exercise Versus Oral and Topical NSAID Treatment in Patients with Tennis Elbow: A Randomized Controlled Trial
    Z. Sánchez-Milá; V. Abuín-Porras; H. Fidalgo-Gómez; I. Mínguez-Esteban; J. Almazán-Polo; J. Velázquez-Saornil · Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine2025
    RCTdoi:10.1177/2515690X251355017
  28. 28
    Neurophysiological effects of latent trigger point dry needling on spinal reflexes
    G. Seif; A. M. Phipps; J. M. Donnelly; B. H. S. Dellenbach; A. K. Thompson · J Neurophysiol2025
    Otherdoi:10.1152/jn.00366.2024
  29. 29
    A systematic review: impact of dry needling, isometric, and eccentric exercises on pain and function in individuals with patellar tendinopathy
    F. Sharif; A. Ahmad; S. A. Gilani; D. Mahmood · Frontiers in Rehabilitation Sciences2025
    Systematic reviewdoi:10.3389/fresc.2024.1263295
  30. 30
    Short-term effectiveness of dry needling on pain and ankle range of motion in athletes with medial tibial stress syndrome- a randomized control trial
    A. Singh; N. Wadhwani; M. Sharma · J Man Manip Ther2025
    RCTdoi:10.1080/10669817.2024.2384611
  31. 31
    Therapeutic effects of dry needling for patellofemoral pain syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis
    Z. Sun; R. Liu · Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice2025
    Meta-analysisdoi:10.1016/j.ctcp.2025.101938
  32. 32
    Dry needling in multiple sclerosis: a scoping review
    A. Tabatabaei; F. Molaei; T. Zanotto; S. G. Lynch; J. Sosnoff · Acupuncture in Medicine2025
    Systematic reviewdoi:10.1177/09645284251327198
  33. 33
    Patient-Perceived Benefits and Adverse Events of Dry Needling
    M. Tolbert; K. S. Leach; M. P. Condo; A. Mancini; R. Tinius · Int J Sports Phys Ther2025
    Otherdoi:10.26603/001c.143187
  34. 34
    Dry needling in people with fibromyalgia: A randomized controlled trial of its effects on pain sensitivity and pain catastrophizing influence
    J. Vicente-Mampel; I. J. Bautista; I. Salvat; S. Maroto-Izquierdo; E. Lluch Girbés; F. Ros Bernal · Pm r2025
    RCTdoi:10.1002/pmrj.13289
  35. 35
    Effect of Dry Needling on Patients with Lumbar Radiculopathy in Reducing Pain and Increasing Range of Motion Compared to Interferential Therapy
    S. Akshaya; M. Jothilingam; A. Ramadass · Indian Journal of Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy2024
    Otherdoi:10.37506/90k36k59
  36. 36
    Immediate Neurophysiological effect of electrical stimulation via dry needling on H-reflex in post stroke spasticity
    R. Al Amin; A. S. Ali; I. M. Saab; R. L. Abbas · Taylor & Francis Ltd2024
    Otherdoi:1412-1420
  37. 37
    Short-term effect of acupuncture dry needle in treatment of chronic mechanical low back pain: a randomized controlled clinical trial
    S. M. Alrawaili; A. M. Elshiwi; A. Sulieman; A. R. Azab; W. Ezzat; W. K. Abdelbasset; G. M. Koura · Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci2024
    RCTdoi:10.26355/eurrev_202407_36571
  38. 38
    Effectiveness of Dry Needling on Upper Trapezitis Patient Compared to Ultrasound Therapy
    K. Arthi; M. Jothilingam · Indian Journal of Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy2024
    Otherdoi:10.37506/wayv4h98
  39. 39
    Dry needling combined with exercise therapy: Effects on wrist flexors spasticity in post-stroke patients – A randomized controlled trial
    S. S. Babazadeh-Zavieh; N. N. Ansari; N. Ghotbi; S. Naghdi; S. M. Jafar Haeri · NeuroRehabilitation2024
    RCTdoi:10.3233/NRE-230081
  40. 40
    Effect of Dry Needling in Patient with Cervical Radiculopathy in Reducing Pain and Increasing Rom Compared to Interferential Therapy
    P. M. Bala rathna; M. Jothilingam · Indian Journal of Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy2024
    Otherdoi:10.37506/pv9zbp03
  41. 41
    Acupuncture and dry needling for physical therapy of scar: a systematic review
    D. Chmielewska; J. Malá; A. Opala-Berdzik; M. Nocuń; P. Dolibog; P. T. Dolibog; M. Stania; M. Kuszewski; A. Kobesova · BMC Complementary Medicine & Therapies2024
    Systematic reviewdoi:10.1186/s12906-023-04301-4
  42. 42
    The Effects of Dry Needling on Hamstring Range of Motion: A Critically Appraised Topic
    A. L. Curry; S. Jang; M. P. Monahan; M. J. Rivera · J Sport Rehabil2024
    Otherdoi:10.1123/jsr.2023-0167
  43. 43
    Comparing Myofascial Pain Syndrome Treatment with Dry Needling Versus Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy for Plantar Fasciitis on Pain and Function of the Heel
    B. T. Dede; A. Ada; M. Oğuz; B. Bulut; F. Bagcıer; E. Aytekin · Journal of Foot & Ankle Surgery2024
    Otherdoi:10.1053/j.jfas.2024.02.008
  44. 44
    Dry Needling in Overhead Athletes with Myofascial Shoulder Pain: A Systematic Review
    A. Demeco; A. de Sire; A. Salerno; N. Marotta; S. Palermi; A. Frizziero; C. Costantino · Sports (Basel)2024
    Systematic reviewdoi:10.3390/sports12060156
  45. 45
    Percutaneous tendon dry needling and thrust manipulation as an adjunct to multimodal physical therapy in patients with lateral elbow tendinopathy: A multicenter randomized clinical trial
    J. Dunning; F. Mourad; P. Bliton; C. Charlebois; P. Gorby; N. Zacharko; B. Layson; F. Maselli; I. Young; C. Fernández-de-las-Peñas · Clinical Rehabilitation2024
    RCTdoi:10.1177/02692155241249968
  46. 46
    Comparison of dry needling with exercise and exercise alone on spasticity, range of motion, and function of post-stroke chronic spastic patients
    A. Ebrahimi; S. Zahednejad; S. Sobhani; A. A. Arastoo; L. Abbasi · Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies2024
    Otherdoi:10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.07.046
  47. 47
    Effect of Dry Needling Plus Static Stretching on Plantar Flexors Spasticity in Chronic Stroke Patients
    M. Esmaeeli; N. Ghotbi; K. Malmir; N. N. Ansari; P. Herrero; S. Jalaei; E. Loni; S. Mazidi · Journal of Acupuncture & Meridian Studies2024
    Otherdoi:10.51507/j.jams.2024.17.4.141
  48. 48
    The Effect of Combining Spinal Manipulation and Dry Needling in Individuals With Nonspecific Low Back Pain
    J. Farley; L. Taylor-Swanson; S. Koppenhaver; A. Thackeray; J. Magel; J. M. Fritz · J Pain2024
    Otherdoi:10.1016/j.jpain.2024.03.002
  49. 49
    Manual therapy and dry needling improve mobility, pain and reduce fear of COVID-19 in temporomandibular disorder patients: Randomized controlled trial
    C. C. Q. Ferreira; K. R. Lima; M. F. Dias-Peixoto; D. R. Orlando; P. M. Castelo; L. J. Pereira; E. Francelino Andrade · Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies2024
    RCTdoi:10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.05.015
  50. 50
    Efficacy of Dry Needling Therapy Versus IASTM on Myofascial Trigger Point in Patient with Neck Pain
    S. M. A. K. G; K. Ramana; A. Anitha; M. Kamalakannan · Indian Journal of Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy2024
    Otherdoi:10.37506/jpjzbf91
  51. 51
    Effectiveness of deep dry needling combined with stretching for the treatment of pain in patients with myofascial trigger points: A systematic review and meta-analysis
    M. J. Guzmán-Pavón; A. I. Torres-Costoso; I. Cavero-Redondo; S. Reina-Gutiérrez; P. Lorenzo-García; C. Álvarez-Bueno · J Bodyw Mov Ther2024
    Meta-analysisdoi:10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.07.003
  52. 52
    Identifying which adverse events associated with dry needling should be included for informed consent: A modified e-Delphi study
    E. C. Ickert; D. Griswold; K. Learman; C. Cook · Physiother Theory Pract2024
    Otherdoi:10.1080/09593985.2023.2208668
  53. 53
    Effect of Dry Needling in Patients with Plantar Fasciitis in Reducing Pain Compared to Ultrasound Therapy
    A. Jain; M. Jothilingam · Indian Journal of Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy2024
    Otherdoi:10.37506/nrwxja86
  54. 54
    Comparison of kinesio taping, dry needling and lidocaine injection methods in myofascial pain syndrome
    S. Kara; S. Solum; E. Saglam; D. Öke · J Bodyw Mov Ther2024
    Otherdoi:10.1016/j.jbmt.2023.09.012
  55. 55
    The effectiveness of intramuscular dry needling stimulation in treating trigger points: A case series
    A. A. Khamsi; N. Swaminathan · Fizjoterapia Polska2024
    Case seriesdoi:10.56984/8ZG01A8F6H2
  56. 56
    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
    K. Khan; A. Ahmad; M. A. Mohseni Bandpei; M. Kashif · Medicine (Baltimore)2024
    Otherdoi:10.1097/md.0000000000039734
  57. 57
    A prospective clinical study to evaluate the comparative effectiveness of dry needling and laser therapy in neck and upper back myofascial pain syndrome
    S. Külekçioğlu · Folia Med (Plovdiv)2024
    Cohort studydoi:10.3897/folmed.66.e130873
  58. 58
    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
    A. Kużdżał; F. M. Clemente; A. Kawczyński; I. Ryszkiel; R. Trybulski · Journal of Sports Science & Medicine2024
    RCTdoi:10.52082/jssm.2024.548
  59. 59
    Combination of Manual Therapy and Dry Needling Effectively Improves Acute Neck Pain and Muscular Tone and Stiffness in Combat Sports Athletes: A Randomized Controlled Study
    A. Kużdzał; F. M. Clemente; S. Klich; A. Kawczyński; R. Trybulski · Journal of Sports Science & Medicine2024
    RCTdoi:10.52082/jssm.2024.852
  60. 60
    Dry needling for orofacial pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials
    A. Kuzdzal; E. Ernst; P. Posadzki; Z. Wronski · Pain Rep2024
    Meta-analysisdoi:10.1097/pr9.0000000000001208
  61. 61
    Electrical dry needling versus a non-invasive multicomponent intervention in the treatment of myofascial trigger points in patients with chronic low back pain: A randomised clinical trial
    I. C. Lara-Palomo; E. Antequera-Soler; M. Fernández-Sánchez; A. M. Castro-Sánchez; H. García-López · Clinical Rehabilitation2024
    RCTdoi:10.1177/02692155231201589
  62. 62
    Does dry needling aid in post-training recovery? A critically appraised topic
    J. Loudon; Y. Ball · J Bodyw Mov Ther2024
    Otherdoi:10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.07.017
  63. 63
    Therapeutic Effects of Dry Needling on Lateral Epicondylitis: An Updated Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
    X. Ma; Y. Qiao; J. Wang; A. Xu; J. Rong · Archives of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation2024
    Meta-analysisdoi:10.1016/j.apmr.2024.02.713
  64. 64
    Comparative effects of dry needling and instrument-assisted soft-tissue mobilization on hamstring tightness in patients with posterior pelvic tilt: A pilot study
    U. Manzoor; M. Ilyas; F. Kemall; S. M. Ahmed · Journal of Musculoskeletal Surgery & Research (JMSR)2024
    Pilot/feasibilitydoi:10.25259/JMSR_157_2024
  65. 65
    Effect of Mirror Therapy on Post-Needling Pain Following Deep Dry Needling of Myofascial Trigger Point in Lateral Elbow Pain: Prospective Controlled Pilot Trial
    S. E. Martín Pérez; J. D. Rodríguez; A. Kalitovics; P. de Miguel Rodríguez; D. S. Bortolussi Cegarra; I. Rodríguez Villanueva; Á. García Molina; I. Ruiz Rodríguez; J. Montaño Ocaña; I. M. Martín Pérez; M. D. Sosa Reina; J. H. Villafañe; J. L. Alonso Pérez · J Clin Med2024
    Cohort studydoi:10.3390/jcm13051490
  66. 66
    Is adding dry needling to a standard care protocol beneficial in patients with chronic neck pain? A randomized placebo-controlled trial
    R. Medrano-de-la-Fuente; I. Hernando-Garijo; M. T. Mingo-Gómez; S. Jiménez-del-Barrio; H. Hernández-Lázaro; L. Ceballos-Laita · Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice2024
    RCTdoi:10.1016/j.ctcp.2024.101842
  67. 67
    The effect of combining physiotherapy with dry needling in patients with cervical spondylosis: A randomized controlled trial
    A. Mengi; G. T. Bulut · Journal of Back & Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation2024
    RCTdoi:10.3233/BMR-230287
  68. 68
    Dry needling, trigger point electroacupuncture and motor point electroacupuncture for the treatment of myofascial pain syndrome involving the trapezius: a randomised clinical trial
    M. Z. Moro; E. I. de Oliveira Vidal; N. S. Pinheiro Módolo; F. Bono Fukushima; G. A. Moreira de Barros · Acupuncture in Medicine2024
    RCTdoi:10.1177/09645284231207865
  69. 69
    Effects of Dry Needling on Gastrocnemius Muscle Spasticity and Gait in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
    O. Motamedzadeh; N. Nakhostin Ansari; S. Naghdi; A. Azimi; A. Mahmoudzadeh; S. Salehi; N. Bahadorani; S. Calvo; P. Herrero · Med Acupunct2024
    RCTdoi:10.1089/acu.2024.0015
  70. 70
    Effects of high and low level lasers on soreness following dry needling in patients with chronic myofascial neck pain. A randomized-controlled trial
    M. Motavalian; S. B. Tajali; B. A. Moghadam; S. Z. Hosseini · Lasers Med Sci2024
    RCTdoi:10.1007/s10103-024-04201-0
  71. 71
    Unraveling the Mechanisms Behind the Short-Term Effects of Dry Needling: New Insights From a Mediation Analysis With Repeatedly Measured Mediators and Outcomes
    C. Murillo; E. Cerezo-Téllez; M. Torres-Lacomba; T. Q. Pham; E. Lluch; D. Falla; T.-T. Vo · Archives of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation2024
    Otherdoi:10.1016/j.apmr.2024.07.016
  72. 72
    Effects of dry needling session frequency on wrist flexor spasticity and motor recovery after stroke: a single-blind randomized clinical trial
    N. Nakhostin Ansari; F.-S. Hasheminasab-Zavareh; S. Naghdi; J. Dommerholt · Taylor & Francis Ltd2024
    RCTdoi:2480-2491
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    Dry needling as an adjunct treatment to multimodal rehabilitation protocol following rotator cuff repair surgery: a preliminary, randomized sham-controlled trial
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    Effects of neurorehabilitation with and without dry needling technique on muscle thickness, reflex torque, spasticity and functional performance in chronic ischemic stroke patients with spastic upper extremity muscles: a blinded randomized sham-controlled clinical trial
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    Dry Needling Versus Manual Therapy for Patients With Mechanical Neck Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial
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    Dry Needling with the Use of FRSc Technique in Addition to Standard Rehabilitation Program for Chronic Low Back Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial Using Both PROMs and Measurement Tools
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    Comparison of the effectiveness of botulinum toxin, dry needling, pharmacological treatment, and manual therapy for bruxism-induced myalgia: a prospective randomized study
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    Trigger Point Dry Needling to Reduce Pain and Improve Function and Postural Control in People With Ankle Sprain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
    P. Salemi; M. Hosseini; A. Daryabor; S. Fereydounnia; J. H. Smith · Journal of Chiropractic Medicine2024
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    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
    S. Sami Alattar; H. Alzahrani · Musculoskelet Sci Pract2024
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    Lumbopelvic manipulation alone versus combined with dry needling in physically active patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome: A randomized clinical trial
    A. Shakouri; F. Kamali; M. Mohamadi; E. Nouhi · Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies2024
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    Short-term effect of frequency specific intramuscular electrical stimulation on post dry needling soreness of upper fibers of trapezius: A randomized controlled trial
    M. K. Sharma; S. Chaudhary; S. Shenoy · Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies2024
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    Effectiveness of dry needling on pain & disability in athletes with iliotibial band tightness- a clinical trial
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    The Effectiveness of Dry Needling in Patients with Piriformis Syndrome
    R. Swetha; N. S. Kumar; A. Kumaresan; Pavithra; Anitha; M. Kumaran; J. Alagesan · Indian Journal of Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy2024
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    Could dry needling change the kinematics of gait in individuals with piriformis muscle syndromes? Secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial
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    Adverse Reactions to Dry Needling Therapy: Insights from Polish Physiotherapy Practice
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    Biomechanical Profile after Dry Needling in Mixed Martial Arts
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    Acute Effects of the Dry Needling Session on Gastrocnemius Muscle Biomechanical Properties, and Perfusion with Latent Trigger Points - A Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial in Mixed Martial Arts Athletes
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    Comparison of Dry Needling and Cold-Spray-Stretching Treatments by Ultrasonography and Electrophysiology: Prospective, Randomized Controlled Trial
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    Current State of Dry Needling Practices: A Comprehensive Analysis on Use, Training, and Safety
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    Ultrasound verification of palpation-based dry needling techniques of rotator cuff muscles: a prospective feasibility trial
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    The effectiveness of dry needling for plantar fasciitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
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    The effect of perturbation training with and without applying the dry needling on leg muscles in patients with chronic ankle sprain
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    Are acupuncture and dry needling effective in the management of masticatory muscle pain: A network meta-analysis of randomised clinical trials
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    The Impact of Dry Needling With Electrical Stimulation on Pain and Disability in Patients With Musculoskeletal Shoulder Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
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    Treadmill exercise post dry needling improves heel rise in patients recovering from surgical ankle fracture: A randomised controlled trial
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    Efficacy of Deep Dry Needling versus Percutaneous Electrolysis in Ultrasound-Guided Treatment of Active Myofascial Trigger Points of the Levator Scapulae in Short-Term: A Randomized Controlled Trial
    A. I. Benito-de-Pedro; R. Becerro-de-Bengoa-Vallejo; M. E. Losa-Iglesias; D. Rodríguez-Sanz; C. Calvo-Lobo; M. Benito-de-Pedro · Life (Basel)2023
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    Immediate effects of dry needling on pain sensitivity and pain modulation in patients with chronic idiopathic neck pain: a single-blinded randomized clinical trial
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    Clinical Effectiveness of Dry Needling in Patients with Musculoskeletal Pain-An Umbrella Review
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    Treating myofascial pain with dry needling: a systematic review for the best evidence-based practices in low back pain
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    Myofascial Pain as an Unseen Comorbidity in Osteoarthritis: A Scoping Review
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    Efficacy of percutaneous needle electrolysis versus dry needling in musculoskeletal pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis
    C. Fakontis; P. Iakovidis; D. Lytras; K. Kasimis; G. Koutras; S. R. Ntinou; A. Kottaras; I. P. Chatziprodromidou; P. Chatzikonstantinou; T. Apostolou · Journal of Back & Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation2023
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    Effectiveness of Dry Needling in Improving Pain and Function in Comparison with Other Techniques in Patients with Chronic Neck Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
    M. Hernández-Secorún; H. Abenia-Benedí; S. Borrella-Andrés; I. Marqués-García; M. O. Lucha-López; P. Herrero; I. Iguacel; J. M. Tricás-Moreno; C. Hidalgo-García · Pain Res Manag2023
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    Creation of a risk of harms informed consent form for dry needling: A nominal group technique
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    G. A. Kearns; J.-M. Brismée; S. P. Riley; S. Wang-Price; T. Denninger; M. Vugrin · Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy (Taylor & Francis Ltd)2023
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    Dry Needling and Neurodevelopmental Therapy versus Neurodevelopmental Therapy Alone on Spasticity and Functions in Patients with Stroke: A Randomized Controlled Trial
    K. Kucuktepe; G. Iyigun · Acupuncture & Electro-Therapeutics Research2023
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    Effectiveness of deep dry needling versus manual therapy in the treatment of myofascial temporomandibular disorders: a systematic review and network meta-analysis
    Á. Menéndez-Torre; A. M. Pintado-Zugasti; J. N. C. Zaldivar; P. García-Bermejo; D. Gómez-Costa; M. Molina-Álvarez; A. Arribas-Romano; J. Fernández-Carnero · Chiropractic & Manual Therapies2023
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    Effects of dry needling and stretching exercise versus stretching exercise only on pain intensity, function, and sonographic characteristics of plantar fascia in the subjects with plantar fasciitis: a parallel single-blinded randomized controlled trial
    S. Salehi; A. Shadmehr; G. Olyaei; S. Bashardoust; S. M. Mir · Taylor & Francis Ltd2023
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    Effectiveness of ultrasound guided dry needling in management of jumper's knee: a randomized controlled trial
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    Does Dry Needling Contribute to Conventional Treatment on Nocturnal Calf Cramps? A Randomized Controlled Study
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    A Systematic Appraisal of Conflicts of Interest and Researcher Allegiance in Clinical Studies of Dry Needling for Musculoskeletal Pain Disorders
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    Comparison of the effectiveness of dry needling and high-intensity laser therapy in the treatment of myofascial pain syndrome: a randomized single-blind controlled study
    E. D. Ahi; H. Sirzai · Lasers Med Sci2022
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    The comparison of the effectiveness of Kinesio Taping and dry needling in the treatment of lateral epicondylitis: a clinical and ultrasonographic study
    E. U. Altaş; B. Birlik; Ş. Şahin Onat; B. Özoğul Öz · J Shoulder Elbow Surg2022
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    Effectiveness of Dry Needling and Ischemic Trigger Point Compression in the Gluteus Medius in Patients with Non-Specific Low Back Pain: A Randomized Short-Term Clinical Trial
    S. D. Álvarez; J. Velázquez Saornil; Z. Sánchez Milá; G. Jaén Crespo; A. Campón Chekroun; J. M. Barragán Casas; R. Frutos Llanes; D. Rodríguez Sanz · Int J Environ Res Public Health2022
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    A Systematic Review of the Effectiveness of Dry Needling in Subacromial Syndrome
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    Effects of dry needling on gait and muscle tone in Parkinson's disease: a randomized clinical trial
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    Effects of dry needling on function, hypertonia and quality of life in chronic stroke: a randomized clinical trial
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    Effects of dry needling on pain, disability, kinesiophobia, pain catastrophizing and psychological distress in patients with chronic neck pain: A randomized controlled pilot study
    L. Ceballos-Laita; R. Medrano-de-la-Fuente; M. T. Mingo-Gómez; I. Hernando-Garijo; E. Estébanez-de-Miguel; S. Jiménez-Del-Barrio · J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil2022
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    Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Dry Needling in the Treatment of Myogenous Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
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    Can Patient Expectations Modulate the Short-Term Effects of Dry Needling on Sensitivity Outcomes in Patients with Mechanical Neck Pain? A Randomized Clinical Trial
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    Effects of previous experience with dry needling therapy on blinding effectiveness and pain outcomes in people with neck pain: A preliminary sham-controlled study
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    The Effectiveness of Dry Needling Combined With Therapeutic Exercises in Treating Tendinopathy Conditions: A Systematic Review
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    The Effectiveness of Dry Needling in Patients with Hip or Knee Osteoarthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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    The Effect of Gluteus Medius Dry Needling on Pain and Physical Function of Non-athlete women with Unilateral Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: A Double-Blind Randomized Clinical Trial
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    Comparison of the effectiveness between dry needling with and without needle retention in myofascial trigger points in upper trapezius muscle: A randomized comparative trial
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    Effect of dry needling on lumbar muscle stiffness in patients with low back pain: A double blind, randomized controlled trial using shear wave elastography
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    Effect of dry-needling and exercise treatment on myofascial trigger point: A single-blind randomized controlled trial
    M. D. Korkmaz; C. Medin Ceylan · Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice2022
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    Electrical dry needling versus conventional physiotherapy in the treatment of active and latent myofascial trigger points in patients with nonspecific chronic low back pain
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    Effectiveness of Dry Needling of Myofascial Trigger Points in the Triceps Surae Muscles: Systematic Review
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    The Effect of Dry Needling on Pain, Range of Motion of Ankle Joint, and Ultrasonographic Changes of Plantar Fascia in Patients With Plantar Fasciitis
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    Effect of Adding Dry Needling to Physical Therapy in the Treatment of Cervicogenic Headache: A Randomized Controlled Trial
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    Dry Needling Versus Trigger Point Injection for Neck Pain Symptoms Associated with Myofascial Trigger Points: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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    A Clinical Trial Protocol to Compare the Effect of Dry Needling and Acupoint Dry Needling on Wrist Flexor Spasticity after Stroke
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    Ultrasound-guided dry needling versus traditional dry needling for patients with knee osteoarthritis: A double-blind randomized controlled trial
    J. C. Y. Pang; A. S. N. Fu; S. K. H. Lam; B. Peng; A. C. L. Fu · PLoS One2022
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    Dry Needling Alone or in Combination with Exercise Therapy versus Other Interventions for Reducing Pain and Disability in Subacromial Pain Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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    The effectiveness of dry needling in patients with chronic low back pain: a prospective, randomized, single-blinded study
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    Effect of Dry Needling Treatment on Tibial Musculature in Combination with Neurorehabilitation Treatment in Stroke Patients: Randomized Clinical Study
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    Changes in electromyographic activity of latent trigger points after a dry needling intervention: a randomised controlled trial
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    Effectiveness of dry needling for headache: A systematic review
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    Electrical Dry Needling Plus Corticosteroid Injection for Osteoarthritis of the Knee: A Randomized Controlled Trial
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    Autologous Blood Injection With Dry-Needling vs Dry-Needling Alone Treatment for Chronic Plantar Fasciitis: A Randomized Controlled Trial
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    Comparison of the Effects of Kinesio Taping Versus Dry Needling on Pain Intensity, Shoulder range of Motion, and upper Limb Function in Patients with Myofascial Pain Syndrome in the Trapezius Muscle: A Randomized Controlled Trial
    A. Yildiz; R. Mustafaoglu; S. Dincer; O. B. Gozubuyuk; G. Metin · Medical Bulletin of Haseki / Haseki Tip Bulteni2022
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    Immediate Effects of Adding Dry Needling to Thoracic Manipulation and Exercise in Cervical Range of Motion for Adults With Neck Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial
    B. A. Young; D. M. Boland; A. Manzo; H. Yaw; B. Carlson; S. Carrier; K. Corcoran; M. Dial; R. B. Briggs; B. Tragord; S. L. Koppenhaver · Journal of Manipulative & Physiological Therapeutics2022
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    Dry Needling for Hamstring Flexibility: A Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial
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    Acute and Short-Term Effects of Dry Needling in Patients with Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain and Hamstring Tightness: A Pilot Study
    M. Bazzaz-Yamchi; S. Naghdi; A. Nakhostin-Ansari; M. Hadizadeh; N. N. Ansari; E. Moghimi; S. Hasson · ScientificWorldJournal2021
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    Electromyographic Assessment of the Efficacy of Deep Dry Needling versus the Ischemic Compression Technique in Gastrocnemius of Medium-Distance Triathletes
    M. Benito-de-Pedro; C. Calvo-Lobo; D. López-López; A. I. Benito-de-Pedro; C. Romero-Morales; M. San-Antolín; D. Vicente-Campos; D. Rodríguez-Sanz · Sensors (Basel)2021
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    Rate and maintenance of improvement of myofascial pain with dry needling alone vs. dry needling with intramuscular electrical stimulation: a randomized controlled trial
    K. Brennan; K. M. Elifritz; M. M. Comire; D. C. Jupiter · Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy (Taylor & Francis Ltd)2021
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    Effects of Dry Needling on Spasticity and Range of Motion: A Systematic Review
    R. Bynum; O. Garcia; E. Herbst; M. Kossa; K. Liou; A. Cowan; C. Hilton · American Journal of Occupational Therapy2021
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    Effectiveness of Dry Needling Therapy on Pain, Hip Muscle Strength, and Physical Function in Patients With Hip Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial
    L. Ceballos-Laita; S. Jiménez-del-Barrio; J. Marín-Zurdo; A. Moreno-Calvo; J. Marín-Boné; M. I. Albarova-Corral; E. Estébanez-de-Miguel · Archives of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation2021
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    The effects of dry needling to the thoracolumbar junction multifidi on measures of regional and remote flexibility and pain sensitivity: A randomized controlled trial
    N. G. Clark; C. J. Hill; S. L. Koppenhaver; T. Massie; J. A. Cleland · Musculoskelet Sci Pract2021
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    Effectiveness of dry needling for upper extremity spasticity, quality of life and function in subacute phase stroke patients
    J. N. Cuenca Zaldívar; S. Calvo; E. Bravo-Esteban; P. Oliva Ruiz; M. J. Santi-Cano; P. Herrero · Acupunct Med2021
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    Spinal manipulation and perineural electrical dry needling in patients with cervicogenic headache: a multicenter randomized clinical trial
    J. Dunning; R. Butts; N. Zacharko; K. Fandry; I. Young; K. Wheeler; J. Day; C. Fernández-de-las-Peñas · Spine Journal2021
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    Spinal Manipulation and Electrical Dry Needling in Patients With Subacromial Pain Syndrome: A Multicenter Randomized Clinical Trial
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    Effects of deep friction massage and dry needling therapy on night pain and shoulder internal rotation in subacromial pain syndrome: 1-year follow up of a randomised controlled trial
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    Cost-Effectiveness of Two Dry Needling Interventions for Plantar Heel Pain: A Secondary Analysis of an RCT
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    Is Dry Needling Effective for the Management of Spasticity, Pain, and Motor Function in Post-Stroke Patients? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
    C. Fernández-de-las-Peñas; A. Pérez-Bellmunt; L. Llurda-Almuzara; G. Plaza-Manzano; A. I. De-la-Llave-Rincón; M. J. Navarro-Santana · Pain Medicine2021
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    Is Dry Needling Effective When Combined with Other Therapies for Myofascial Trigger Points Associated with Neck Pain Symptoms? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
    C. Fernández-De-Las-Peñas; G. Plaza-Manzano; J. Sanchez-Infante; G. F. Gómez-Chiguano; J. A. Cleland; J. L. Arias-Buría; I. López-de-Uralde-Villanueva; M. J. Navarro-Santana · Pain Research & Management2021
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    Dry Needling Adds No Benefit to the Treatment of Neck Pain: A Sham-Controlled Randomized Clinical Trial With 1-Year Follow-up
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    Short-term effects of dry needling at a spinal and peripheral site on functional outcome measures, strength, and proprioception among individuals with a lateral ankle sprain
    K. T. Geist; E. M. Frierson; H. L. Goudiss; H. Kitchen; M. Wilkins; D. Pruszynski; V. M. Carter · Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies2021
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    Effectiveness of Dry Needling with Percutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation of High Frequency Versus Low Frequency in Patients with Myofascial Neck Pain
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    A mixed-methods survey of physiotherapists who practice acupuncture and dry needling in Ontario, Canada: practice characteristics, motivations, and professional outcomes
    N. Ijaz; S. Welsh; H. Boon · BMC Complement Med Ther2021
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    The effect of dry needling & muscle energy technique separately and in combination in patients suffering shoulder impingement syndrome and active trigger points of infraspinatus
    P. Jalilipanah; F. Okhovatian; R. a. Serri; A. A. Bagban; S. Zamani · Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies2021
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    Effects of Dry Needling on Biomechanical Properties of the Myofascial Trigger Points Measured by Myotonometry: A Randomized Controlled Trial
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    Effects of dry needling in lower extremity myofascial trigger points
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    Comparison between dry needling plus manual therapy with manual therapy alone on pain and function in overhead athletes with scapular dyskinesia: A randomized clinical trial
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    Immediate Effects of Dry Needling on the Autonomic Nervous System and Mechanical Hyperalgesia: A Randomized Controlled Trial
    I. Lázaro-Navas; C. Lorenzo-Sánchez-Aguilera; D. Pecos-Martín; J. J. Jiménez-Rejano; M. J. Navarro-Santana; J. Fernández-Carnero; T. Gallego-Izquierdo · Int J Environ Res Public Health2021
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    Comparison of dry needling and trigger point manual therapy in patients with neck and upper back myofascial pain syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis
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    Is Dry Needling Effective for the Management of Plantar Heel Pain or Plantar Fasciitis? An Updated Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
    L. Llurda-Almuzara; N. Labata-Lezaun; T. Meca-Rivera; M. J. Navarro-Santana; J. A. Cleland; C. Fernández-de-las-Peñas; A. Pérez-Bellmunt · Pain Medicine2021
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    Effects of Dry Needling on Neuromuscular Control of Ankle Stabilizer Muscles and Center of Pressure Displacement in Basketball Players with Chronic Ankle Instability: A Single-Blinded Randomized Controlled Trial
    L. López-González; D. Falla; I. Lázaro-Navas; C. Lorenzo-Sánchez-Aguilera; I. Rodríguez-Costa; D. Pecos-Martín; T. Gallego-Izquierdo · Int J Environ Res Public Health2021
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    Dry needling curricula in entry-level education programs in the United States for physical therapists
    L. Matthews; G. Ford; R. Schenk; M. Ross; J. Donnelly · J Man Manip Ther2021
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    Effects of dry needling of the obliquus capitis inferior on sensorimotor control and cervical mobility in people with neck pain: A double-blind, randomized sham-controlled trial
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    Effects of Trigger Point Dry Needling for Nontraumatic Shoulder Pain of Musculoskeletal Origin: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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    Dry Needling for the Treatment of Tension-Type, Cervicogenic, or Migraine Headaches: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
    M. Pourahmadi; J. Dommerholt; C. Fernández-de-Las-Peñas; Bart W. Koes; M. A. Mohseni-Bandpei; M. A. Mansournia; S. Delavari; A. Keshtkar; M. Bahramian · PTJ: Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Journal2021
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    Effects of Dry Needling on Muscle Stiffness in Latent Myofascial Trigger Points: A Randomized Controlled Trial
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    Is Dry Needling Applied by Physical Therapists Effective for Pain in Musculoskeletal Conditions? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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    Corticosteroid injection or dry needling for musculoskeletal pain and disability? A systematic review and GRADE evidence synthesis
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    Immediate Effects of Dry Needling and Myofascial Release on Local and Widespread Pressure Pain Threshold in Individuals With Active Upper Trapezius Trigger Points: A Randomized Clinical Trial
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    Dry Needling Compared With Manual Pressure Trigger Point Manual Therapy for Improving Pain in Patients Experiencing Myofascial Neck Pain: A Critically Appraised Topic
    A. E. Taylor-Meza; K. N. Bahe; M. A. Trevino; J. L. Volberding; A. J. Warren · International Journal of Athletic Therapy & Training2021
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    Effectiveness of dry needling on the local pressure pain threshold in patients with masticatory myofascial pain. Systematic review and preliminary clinical trial
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    Effectiveness of dry needling techniques in patients with knee osteoarthritis: A systematic review and meta-analysis
    R. A. Ughreja; V. Prem · Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies2021
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    The use of dry needling vs. corticosteroid injection to treat lateral epicondylitis: a prospective, randomized, controlled study
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    Dry Needling in Physical Therapy Practice: Adverse Events Part 1: Types and Frequency of Adverse Events
    V. R. Valdes · Orthopedic Physical Therapy Practice2021
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    Effects of pain neuroscience education and dry needling for the management of patients with chronic myofascial neck pain: a randomized clinical trial
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    Effects of dry needling of active trigger points in the scalene muscles in individuals with mechanical neck pain: a randomized clinical trial
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    Comparison of dry needling and ischaemic compression techniques on pain and function in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome: a randomised clinical trial
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    RCTdoi:10.1177/0964528420912253
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    Short-term effects of two deep dry needling techniques on pressure pain thresholds and electromyographic amplitude of the lumbosacral multifidus in patients with low back pain - a randomized clinical trial
    S. Wang-Price; J. Zafereo; Z. Couch; K. Brizzolara; T. Heins; L. Smith · Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy (Taylor & Francis Ltd)2020
    RCTdoi:10.1080/10669817.2020.1714165
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