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Study NCT ID:
NCT02107456
Status:
COMPLETED
Last Update Posted:
2014-04-08
First Post:
2014-04-03
Is NOT Gene Therapy:
False
Has Adverse Events:
False
Brief Title:
Effect of Dry Needling on Myofascial Trigger Point
Sponsor:
University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Science
Organization:
Study Overview
Official Title:
The Long Term Effect of Dry Needling on Myofascial Trigger Point in the Upper Trapezius Muscle.
Status:
COMPLETED
Status Verified Date:
2014-04
Last Known Status:
None
Delayed Posting:
No
If Stopped, Why?:
Not Stopped
Has Expanded Access:
False
If Expanded Access, NCT#:
N/A
Has Expanded Access, NCT# Status:
N/A
Acronym:
None
Brief Summary:
Myofascial trigger point is one of the most common causes of musculoskeletal disorders. Myofascial trigger point in upper trapezius has been reported as a symptom in patients with neck and upper thoracic pain. The purpose of this study was to investigate the prolonged effect of dry needling on myofascial trigger point in upper trapezius muscle.
Detailed Description:
Pain intensity and Disability of arm, hand and shoulder (DASH) were collected at base line and at the end of treatment sessions, two weeks and three months follow up in both groups.
Study Oversight
Has Oversight DMC:
True
Is a FDA Regulated Drug?:
None
Is a FDA Regulated Device?:
None
Is an Unapproved Device?:
None
Is a PPSD?:
None
Is a US Export?:
None
Is an FDA AA801 Violation?: