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2 articles for “myofascial trigger points”
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Effectiveness of Dry Needling on Release of Myofascial Trigger Points in Acute Piriformis Syndrome: A Case Report
Abstract: Piriformis syndrome (PS) is a peripheral neuritis of the sciatic nerve caused by trauma or increased muscle demands on the piriformis. The aim of this case report was to determine the effectiveness of dry needling (DN) for the release of trigger points in a patient with acute PS. The case was a 27-year-old male presented with a history of left buttock pain since 10 days. The patient received one session …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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To compare the effectiveness of the dry needling Versus instrumented assisted soft tisse mobilization Technique on scapular dyskinesia in college students with trapezitis – a comparative study
Abstract: Background: Scapular dyskinesis, a term denoting dysfunctional movement of the scapula, often involves the upper trapezius (UT) muscle, which is frequently affected by myofascial trigger points (MTrPs). Common symptoms associated with MTrPs in the UT muscle include tense and painful muscles, tension headaches, neck pain, dizziness or vertigo, and restricted range of motion in the neck and shoulder. Dry needling, a technique used to address MTrPs, targets localized hypersensitive spots …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 24–38 Read article