ArticleInternational journal of sports physical therapy2016
PERTINENT DRY NEEDLING CONSIDERATIONS FOR MINIMIZING ADVERSE EFFECTS - PART TWO.
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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.The Journal of manual & manipulative therapy · 2021Trial
- Electromyographic Assessment of the Efficacy of Deep Dry Needling versus the Ischemic Compression Technique in Gastrocnemius of Medium-Distance Triathletes.Sensors (Basel, Switzerland) · 2021Trial
- The consistency of reporting adverse events associated with dry needling: a narrative review.The Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association · 2026Article
- Effect of dry needling therapy on hip range of motion as a component of functional performance in patients with chronic low back pain: a randomized clinical trial.Reumatologia · 2026Article
- Physiological correlates and predictors of vasovagal responses following dry needling in myofascial pain syndrome: a controlled observational study.Therapeutic advances in musculoskeletal disease · 2026Article
- Prediction Model for Sciatic Nerve Procedures: A Cross-Sectional Study.Journal of clinical medicine · 2024Article
- Adverse Reactions to Dry Needling Therapy: Insights from Polish Physiotherapy Practice.Journal of clinical medicine · 2024Article
- Current State of Dry Needling Practices: A Comprehensive Analysis on Use, Training, and Safety.Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2024Article
- Testing the Safety of Piriformis Dry Needling Interventions: An Observational Study Evaluating the Predictive Value of Anthropometric and Demographic Factors.Journal of clinical medicine · 2024Article
- Navigating the layers of concern for safe dry needling of the rectus abdominis: a cadaveric study.The Journal of manual & manipulative therapy · 2024Article
- Lack of standardization in dry needling dosage and adverse event documentation limits outcome and safety reports: a scoping review of randomized clinical trials.The Journal of manual & manipulative therapy · 2023Article
- Correlation between Anthropometric and Ultrasound Measurement for Dry Needling of the Iliocostalis Lumborum Muscle with a Safety Protocol: A Cross-Sectional Observational Study.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2022Article
- Regression Model Decreasing the Risk of Femoral Neurovascular Bundle Accidental Puncture.Tomography (Ann Arbor, Mich.) · 2022Article
- Enhancing Trigger Point Dry Needling Safety by Ultrasound Skin-to-Rib Measurement: An inter-Rater Reliability Study.Journal of clinical medicine · 2020Article
- Prediction Model of Soleus Muscle Depth Based on Anthropometric Features: Potential Applications for Dry Needling.Diagnostics (Basel, Switzerland) · 2020Article
- Safety of dry needling to the upper lumbar spine: a pilot cadaver study.The Journal of manual & manipulative therapy · 2020Article
- DRY NEEDLING AND PHYSICAL THERAPY VERSUS PHYSICAL THERAPY ALONE FOLLOWING SHOULDER STABILIZATION REPAIR: A RANDOMIZED CLINICAL TRIAL.International journal of sports physical therapy · 2020Article
- New perspectives on dry needling following a medical model: are we screening our patients sufficiently?The Journal of manual & manipulative therapy · 2019Review
- Trigger point dry needling for the treatment of myofascial pain syndrome: current perspectives within a pain neuroscience paradigm.Journal of pain research · 2019Article
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Abstract
backgroundDry needling (DN) is an evidence based treatment technique that is accepted and used by physical therapists in the United States. This clinical commentary is the second in a two-part series outlining some of the pertinent anatomy and other issues that are needed for optimal utilization of this treatment modality. Part one was an overview of the thorax with a summary of reported adverse effects (AEs) and the underlying anatomy that could be used to minimize patient risk. As is the case with any intervention, the technique of dry needling has some inherent patient risk. The incidence of AEs with this procedure is typically low, ranging from zero to approximately 10 percent. Knowledge of the underlying anatomy can be a key factor associated with decreasing the likelihood of an AE. PURPOSE/
objectiveThe second part of this clinical commentary goes beyond the thorax, to explore the anatomy associated with dry needling the abdomen, pelvis, and back. In the abdomen, pelvis and back, dry needling can penetrate the peritoneal cavity or adjacent organs, resulting in AEs. A physiological reaction that is an AE secondary to a needle insertion, pain or fear, is an autonomic vasovagal response. Additionally, suggestions for dealing with the fearful patient, the obese patient, universal precautions, and other clinical considerations, are discussed. The purpose of parts one and part two of this clinical commentary is to minimize the risk of a dry needling AE. CONCLUSIONS/IMPLICATIONS: Dry needling is an effective adjunctive treatment procedure that is within the recognized scope of practice of the physical therapist. An evidence-based implementation of the procedure must be based on a thorough understanding of the underlying anatomy and the potential risks, with risks communicated to patients via informed consent. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Level 5.
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