Can dry needling beat standard therapy for stiff necks?
NCT ID NCT07368517
First seen Jan 26, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 18 times
Summary
This study tested whether dry needling (thin needles into muscle knots) plus exercise works better than standard treatments like TENS and ultrasound for people with long-lasting mechanical neck pain. Forty adults aged 25 to 65 took part, receiving treatment three times a week for four weeks. Researchers measured pain, neck movement, and daily function to see which approach helped more.
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faculty of physical therapy, Deraya University
Minya, Menia Governorate, Egypt
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