J Orthop Case Rep. 2026 Feb;16(2):130-132. doi: 10.13107/jocr.2026.v16.i02.6772. ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Mandibular fractures in high-performance athletes challenge both structural stability and the rapid restoration of sport-specific function. Standard rehabilitation following open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) often overlooks neuromuscular re-education, cervical-mandibular coordination, and the demands of elite athletic return. CASE REPORT: A 23-year-old elite judoka from […]
Clin Med Insights Arthritis Musculoskelet Disord. 2026 Feb 3;19:11795441261417711. doi: 10.1177/11795441261417711. eCollection 2026. ABSTRACT Groin pain that worsens with coughing is most commonly attributed to intra-abdominal pressure changes associated with inguinal or femoral hernias. However, musculoskeletal (MSK) disorders can mimic hernia-related symptoms and are often overlooked, leading to misdiagnosis, unnecessary imaging, and delayed treatment. Recognition […]
J Cosmet Dermatol. 2026 Feb;25(2):e70726. doi: 10.1111/jocd.70726. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To investigate the clinical efficacy, safety, and underlying mechanisms of microneedling alone or combined with drugs for androgenetic alopecia (AGA), so as to provide evidence for the standardized clinical treatment. METHODS: A total of 60 male AGA patients admitted to our hospital from January 2023 to […]
J Man Manip Ther. 2026 Feb 3:1-2. doi: 10.1080/10669817.2026.2624568. Online ahead of print. NO ABSTRACT PMID:41633576 | DOI:10.1080/10669817.2026.2624568
J Man Manip Ther. 2026 Feb 2:1-2. doi: 10.1080/10669817.2026.2624571. Online ahead of print. NO ABSTRACT PMID:41627259 | DOI:10.1080/10669817.2026.2624571
Agri. 2026 Jan;38(1):59-60. doi: 10.14744/agri.2023.98512. NO ABSTRACT PMID:41609327 | DOI:10.14744/agri.2023.98512
Ann Afr Med. 2026 Jan 23. doi: 10.4103/aam.aam_561_25. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Lateral epicondylitis, commonly known as tennis elbow, is a prevalent musculoskeletal condition affecting 1%-3% of the population, with a higher incidence among athletes and manual laborers. It impairs quality of life, reduces productivity, and imposes economic burden on healthcare systems. AIM: […]
Eur J Pain. 2026 Feb;30(2):e70219. doi: 10.1002/ejp.70219. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Cervicogenic headache lacks comprehensive evidence comparing all available treatments. This study aimed to evaluate the relative efficacy of interventions for reducing headache intensity, frequency and headache-related disability in cervicogenic headache. DATABASES AND DATA TREATMENT: We conducted a systematic search for randomised controlled trials (RCTs) […]
Cureus. 2026 Jan 18;18(1):e101789. doi: 10.7759/cureus.101789. eCollection 2026 Jan. ABSTRACT Background Dry needling (DN) is widely used in musculoskeletal and pain management, yet published DN case reports vary substantially in structure, terminology, and completeness, limiting reproducibility and interpretation. The objective of this study was to develop a consensus-based reporting guideline extension for DN case reports, […]
Acupunct Med. 2026 Jan 18:9645284251410579. doi: 10.1177/09645284251410579. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To compare the effects of dry needling (DN) and magnesium sulfate (MgSO4) iontophoresis on pressure pain threshold (PPT), neck disability, pain intensity and muscle activity/amplitude in patients with upper-trapezius active myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) and neck pain. METHODS: Sixty subjects with neck […]
Case Rep Med. 2026 Jan 7;2026:2579261. doi: 10.1155/carm/2579261. eCollection 2026. ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Lumbar disc herniation (LDH) is a frequent cause of low back pain and radiculopathy, often resulting in diminished functional capacity and a lower quality of life. Nonsurgical interventions are frequently sought to manage symptoms and enhance spinal stability. This case report explores a […]
Ir J Med Sci. 2026 Jan 8. doi: 10.1007/s11845-025-04261-3. Online ahead of print. NO ABSTRACT PMID:41504817 | DOI:10.1007/s11845-025-04261-3
J Craniofac Surg. 2026 Jan 5. doi: 10.1097/SCS.0000000000012402. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT This study aimed to define the topographic anatomy and morphometry of the lateral pterygoid muscle (LPM) and the lateral pterygoid plate (LPP) in relation to superficial facial landmarks. The objective was to enhance the anatomic foundation for safe and effective extraoral interventions […]
J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2026 Jan;56(1):50-63. doi: 10.2519/jospt.2025.13460. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To determine the effect on Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI) scores of adding dry needling to a program of exercise and manual therapy in individuals with subacromial pain syndrome (SAPS). DESIGN: Three-arm randomized trial involving 121 participants with SAPS. METHODS: Participants were randomized […]
Disabil Rehabil. 2025 Dec 23:1-13. doi: 10.1080/09638288.2025.2605621. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT PURPOSE: This study was conducted to compare dry needling (DN) and instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), alongside conventional physical therapy in patients with CGH. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Sixty Patients (48 females and 12 males) with CGH were allocated by permuted block to three […]
J Man Manip Ther. 2025 Dec 23:1-10. doi: 10.1080/10669817.2025.2607388. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the augmented effects of trigger point dry needling (TPDN) and instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) on pain and function in patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). METHODS: A single-blinded, randomized controlled trial was conducted with 102 participants (15-25 years) diagnosed […]
Sci Rep. 2025 Dec 18;15(1):44117. doi: 10.1038/s41598-025-27821-0. ABSTRACT Therapeutic exercise has been recommended for people with knee osteoarthritis; however, it can be combined with other treatments, such as dry needling. The aim of this study was to analyze and compare the results of pain, functionality, strength, range of motion and kinesiophobia in subjects with knee […]
Dermatol Surg. 2025 Sep;51(9S):S69-S76. doi: 10.1097/DSS.0000000000004817. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Acne scarring can impact patients negatively psychosocially. Picosecond lasers and radiofrequency microneedling may be used to improve this condition. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of combination treatment with a picosecond 755-nm Alexandrite laser (PSAL; Picosure Pro; Cynosure, Westford, MA) with diffractive lens array and a […]
Cureus. 2025 Nov 13;17(11):e96752. doi: 10.7759/cureus.96752. eCollection 2025 Nov. ABSTRACT Cervical myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) causes substantial pain and disability, but recent physiotherapy evidence remains fragmented. This structured narrative literature review synthesized randomized controlled trials (RCTs) from 2019 to 2025 on non-pharmacological physiotherapy interventions for cervical myofascial pain. PubMed and PEDro were searched for English-language […]
Bioinformation. 2025 Aug 31;21(8):2927-2930. doi: 10.6026/973206300212927. eCollection 2025. ABSTRACT The efficacy of dry needling (DN) and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in managing trigger points in Myofascial Pain Dysfunction Syndrome (MPDS). Hence, Twenty-two patients were equally divided into DN and PRP groups and evaluated using the Pain Disability Questionnaire (PDQ), Numerical Rating Scale (NRS), maximum mouth opening […]
