Acute Effects of Dry Needling on Myofascial Trigger Points in the Triceps Surae of Ballet Dancers: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial

# Background There is convincing evidence that dancers suffer injuries to the triceps surae musculature. Research on the immediate effects of dry needling (DN) is limited, and it is important to understand the acute effects of this treatment prior to performance. # Purpose The purpose of this pil...

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Main Authors: Jennifer A Janowski, Deanna M L Phelan-Smith, Maria N Kroat Brady, Kelsey L Michels, Alexandra H Timm, Nicole M Boucher, Kedron D Casteen, David Village, Mark D Sleeper
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: North American Sports Medicine Institute 2021-04-01
Series:International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy
Online Access:https://ijspt.scholasticahq.com/article/21475-acute-effects-of-dry-needling-on-myofascial-trigger-points-in-the-triceps-surae-of-ballet-dancers-a-pilot-randomized-controlled-trial.pdf