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Dry needling shows promise for chronic back pain relief

NCT ID NCT06791434

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Dr. Vishwanath Karad MIT World Peace University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This completed study tested whether adding dry needling to standard treatment (medication and physiotherapy) improves pain and function in people with myofascial low back pain. 156 adults with at least 3 months of pain took part. The researchers measured pain intensity, pressure sensitivity, and quality of life over 24 weeks.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
Dry needling (thin needle insertion into trigger points)
What this could lead to
If it works, adding dry needling to standard care could provide better pain relief and improved function for people with chronic low back pain.
What could go wrong
This is a single, open-label trial, so results may be biased or not apply to everyone. Dry needling can cause temporary soreness or bruising.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Low Back Pain myofascial pain syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

LOW BACK PAIN

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Sigma Spine and Pain Clinic

    Pune, Maharashtra, 411045, India

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