Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common autoimmune disease affecting the central nervous system, resulting in damage of the myelin sheaths that insulate axons in the brain and spinal cord.1…
Over the last 10-15 years, dry needling has gained tremendous popularity among physical therapists in the United States; nevertheless, it still continues to be a topic of controversy due in…
The current body of evidence strongly supports the use of needling therapy, i.e. acupuncture for treating the pain, stiffness and related-disability associated with knee OA.1-7 Zhang et al8 cited [...]
The prevalence of pelvic floor dysfunction varies by condition.1, 2 While stress and urge urinary incontinence affects 15.7% to 49.6% of women, the prevalence of pelvic organ prolapse and [...]
The academic illustration of acupoints, Ahshi points and/or trigger points associated with the management of neuromusculoskeletal conditions is necessary to facilitate a working understanding [...]
The Rio 2016 Olympic Games came to an end with the United States bringing home more medals than any other country. More specifically, the U.S. earned 46 gold medals, almost…
There is disagreement among health care professionals and throughout the literature on the safety of dry needling during pregnancy.1 While some practitioners believe dry needling is safe during [...]
The practice of dry needling by physical therapists carries its fair share of controversy among oriental medicine practitioners. Furthermore, in several U.S. states, acupuncturists and even some [...]
