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Effectiveness of dry needling for myofascial trigger point neck & shoulder pain
August 2015
Effectiveness of dry needling for myofascial trigger point neck & shoulder pain
Study Type:Meta-analysis/Systematic Review
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Effectiveness of Dry Needling for Myofascial Trigger Points Associated With Neck and Shoulder Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2015 May;96(5):944-955.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
20 randomized trials were included in this meta-analysis and systematic review evaluating dry needling in the treatment of shoulder and neck pain associated with myofascial trigger points (MTrPs). Dry needling was compared to a control/placebo, wet needling, and other treatments over the short, medium, and long terms. Results found that dry needling was an effective treatment for pain over the sho...
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