Needle showdown: which technique eases muscle knots best?
NCT ID NCT07672093
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests different dry needling and electroacupuncture methods on healthy adults with hidden muscle knots in the forearm. 150 participants will be split into five groups to see which technique causes the least soreness and best improves grip strength and movement. Results will be tracked over three days after treatment.
What this could mean
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Active substance
dry needling and dry electroacupuncture
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward the most effective needling technique for reducing muscle soreness and improving comfort.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial in healthy adults, not patients with chronic pain. Results may not apply to real-world muscle pain conditions.
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Facultat de Medicina i Ciències de la Salut
RECRUITINGReus, Tarragona, 43203, Spain
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