Can dry needling loosen a stiff ankle?
NCT ID NCT07474948
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how a single session of dry needling the soleus muscle affects ankle movement and muscle function in people with limited ankle flexibility. Researchers will measure ankle bending, force, muscle activity, and tissue stiffness in 40 participants. The goal is to understand if dry needling can provide immediate improvements in ankle mobility.
What this could mean
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Active substance
dry needling
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that dry needling is a useful short-term technique to improve ankle mobility and muscle function.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early observational study with only 40 participants. It only looks at immediate effects, so long-term benefits are unknown.
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University of Dayton
Dayton, Ohio, 45440, United States