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Dry needling at myofascial trigger points mitigates chronic post-stroke shoulder spasticity
Li Tang1, Yan Li1, Qiang-Min Huang2
1Tong Ren Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China.
Neural Regeneration Research
|May 4, 2018
Summary
Dry needling effectively treated chronic post-stroke shoulder spasticity in a patient with limited range of motion. This therapy targeted specific trigger points, improving shoulder function and reducing muscle stiffness.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Physical Therapy
Background:
- Post-stroke spasticity frequently impacts shoulder range of motion and function.
- Chronic shoulder spasticity can persist despite long-term rehabilitative efforts.
- Myofascial trigger points are implicated in post-stroke shoulder dysfunction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of dry needling therapy for chronic post-stroke shoulder spasticity.
- To assess the impact of dry needling on shoulder range of motion and spasticity levels.
Main Methods:
- A case study involving a 62-year-old male with chronic post-stroke shoulder spasticity.
- Dry needling applied daily to infraspinatus, teres minor, posterior deltoid, and pectoralis major trigger points over 9 days.
- Assessment using the Modified Ashworth Scale and passive range of motion measurements before and after treatment.
Main Results:
- Significant improvement in shoulder spasticity was observed.
- Enhanced passive range of motion in the shoulder was documented.
- The patient experienced notable relief from chronic shoulder spasticity.
Conclusions:
- Dry needling therapy at myofascial trigger points demonstrates effectiveness in managing chronic post-stroke shoulder spasticity.
- This therapeutic approach offers a viable option for improving shoulder function in stroke survivors.
- Further research into dry needling for post-stroke spasticity is warranted.
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