Dry needling versus Manual Therapy in patients with Mechanical Neck Pain: A Randomized Control Trial
J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2024 Jan 29:1-46. doi: 10.2519/jospt.2024.12091. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To compare the short- and intermediate-term effects of dry needling to manual therapy on pain, disability, function, and patient-perceived improvement in patients with mechanical neck pain. DESIGN: A single (therapist) blinded randomized controlled trial. METHODS: Seventy-eight patients (mean ± […]
The effects of dry needling and face yoga on pain, depression, function, and sleep quality in patients with temporomandibular dysfunction
Explore (NY). 2024 Jan 17:S1550-8307(24)00006-5. doi: 10.1016/j.explore.2024.01.006. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT CONTEXT: Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) poses significant challenges due to its diverse symptoms and impact on patients’ daily lives. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to explore the effectiveness of two innovative interventions, dry needling and face yoga, in managing TMD-related issues such as pain, […]