Tendinopathies (also known to some as tendinitis or bursitis) is a common injury that many experience. It can become quite debilitating as it causes great pain and impairs people’s ability to stay active.
Unfortunately, these types of injuries are generally slow to heal and take a time and an organized plan of action to truly improve.
But fortunately, there are some methods to speed up recovery.
One of them is Dry Needling.
A recent review article comprehensively analyzed a range of studies, including 3 systematic reviews, 7 randomized controlled trials, and 6 cohort studies.
The research assessed the application of dry needling across various anatomical regions, such as the wrist, patellar tendon, rotator cuff, and tendons around the greater trochanter.
The Key Findings:
Mechanism of Action: Dry needling involves the precise insertion of needles into the affected tendon. This technique aims to disrupt the chronic degenerative process prevalent in tendinopathy, thereby encouraging localized healing and regeneration within the tendon tissue.
Effectiveness: The majority of systematic reviews and randomized controlled trials examined in the review provided compelling support for the effectiveness of tendon needling. Many studies reported statistically significant improvements in patient-reported symptoms, indicating a reduction in pain and an enhancement in functional capabilities.
Objective Improvements: Beyond subjective improvements, some studies also demonstrated objective improvements via ultrasound imaging, suggesting tangible positive changes in the tendon structure.
Safety and Cost-Effectiveness: The review highlighted dry needling as a minimally invasive, safe, and inexpensive procedure with a low risk profile. These characteristics make it an attractive option for both patients and healthcare providers.
Implications for Treatment:
It’s ability to provide significant symptomatic relief and, in many cases, objective improvements, makes it as a valuable intervention for people struggling with tendinopathies
Summary
The current evidence suggests that dry needling holds significant potential for improving the lives of individuals affected by tendinopathies
It’s safe, effecive, and cheap (especially when compared to other medical interventions).
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