The Importance of the Number of Incisions in the Effectiveness of Dry Needling
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
The dry needling technique is a procedure increasingly used by health professionals. Dry needling consists of the use of a filiform needle to treat musculoskeletal pain. Currently, the mechanisms by which it is an effective technique are not well understood. One of the aspects not yet evaluated is the best dose in terms of the number of times it is necessary to insert the needle into the patient to achieve the best result. This research work aims to assess which treatment obtains the best results in the management of patients with chronic neck pain.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Nonspecific mechanical neck pain for more than 3 months. * Neck pain of at least VAS 5/10. * Reproduction of pain and symptoms subjects on palpation. * Pain on passive stretching of the muscle. Exclusion Criteria: * Subjects with previous surgical intervention. * Subjects undergoing other intervention (rehabilitation/medication). * Positive findings that raise suspicion of cervical radiculopathy: * Subjects diagnosed: degenerative arthropathies, inflammatory, systemic conditions (fibromyalgia). * Cardiovascular diseases. * Whiplash or whiplash. * Belenophobia. * Dizziness and vertigo. * Pregnant. * Thyroid disorders.