Comparison of the effects of instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization and dry needling on active myofascial trigger points of upper trapezius muscle
Zeinab Ahmadpour Emshi, Farshad Okhovatian, Marzieh Mohammadi Kojidi, Alireza Akbarzadeh Baghban, Hadi Azimi
Abstract
In today's modern society, trigger points have been considered as the main cause of musculoskeletal pain. This disease has a significant impact on quality of life. Therefore, it should be considered as an important part of treatment in the comprehensive neck physiotherapy program.
Topics & Concepts
Dry needlingTrapezius muscleMobilizationMyofascial painMyofascial pain syndromeMedicinePhysical medicine and rehabilitationPhysical therapyElectromyographyPathologyAcupunctureHistoryArchaeologyAlternative medicineMyofascial pain diagnosis and treatmentAcupuncture Treatment Research StudiesTherapeutic Uses of Natural Elements