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Effectiveness of Dry Needling on the Upper Trapezius and the Levator Scapulae in Patients With Chronic Neck Pain: Randomized Clinical Trial
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Dry needling, Sham Dry needling, and 1 other intervention for Neck Pain. Completed, enrolled 131 participants.
Detailed Summary
The investigators study the efficacy of a combination of dry needling plus manual therapy against sham dry needling plus manual therapy in the treatment of chronic neck pain. The investigators identify the most active trigger point in the upper trapezius and levator scapulae and administer two treatments, with an interval of 7 days, with a follow up 30 days after the first intervention. The primary outcome is the Visual Analogue Scale of Pain. Secondary outcomes ar pressure pain threshold, Neck Disability Index (NDI) questionnaire and range of motion.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Dry needling of the most active trigger point either in the upper trapezius or the levator scapulae with 40mm x 0,32mm ener-qi guided needles (EQ1132)
Sham Dry needling with a retractile needle (Park Sham Placebo Acupuncture Device) of the most active trigger point either in the upper trapezius or the levator scapulae
Standard manual therapy in the upper trapezius or the levator scapulae