Comparison of shoulder strength in males with and without myofascial trigger points in the upper trapezius
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DOI: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2017.09.001
Abstract: Background: This study was conducted in order to compare the strength of scapular elevator and shoulder abductor with and without restricted scapular elevation between male subjects with and without myofascial trigger points in the upper… read more here.
Keywords: strength; trigger points; shoulder; myofascial trigger ... See more keywords
The effectivity of trigger point dry needling in improving pain on people with upper trapezius myalgia.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.enfcli.2020.06.020
Abstract: OBJECTIVE This study aims to determine the effectivity of dry needling added to the standard treatment to improve pain in patients with upper trapezius myalgia. METHODS This study is a randomized controlled trial conducted at… read more here.
Keywords: effectivity; upper trapezius; trapezius myalgia; dry needling ... See more keywords
Neurophysiological and clinical effects of dry needling in patients with upper trapezius myofascial trigger points.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2016.04.014
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Dry needling (DN) is a widely used in treatment of myofascial trigger points (MTrPs). The purpose of this pretest-posttest clinical trial was to investigate the neurophysiological and clinical effects of DN in patients with… read more here.
Keywords: neurophysiological clinical; trigger points; myofascial trigger; dry needling ... See more keywords
Day of peak pain reduction by a single session of dry needling in the upper trapezius myofascial trigger points: A 14 daily follow-up study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2020.06.040
Abstract: BACKGROUND Dry needling (DN) is commonly used to inactivate myofascial trigger points (MTrPs). However, a daily report of pain reduction has not been determined. OBJECTIVE The aim was to evaluate the time of the greatest… read more here.
Keywords: upper trapezius; day; single session; pain ... See more keywords
Muscle activation of the upper trapezius and functional typing performance during computer typing task: A comparison of two different wrist immobilization methods.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2021.05.001
Abstract: BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to examine the effect of two different wrist immobilization methods on the muscle activation of the upper trapezius muscle and functional typing performance during computer typing tasks in… read more here.
Keywords: immobilization; muscle activation; typing performance; upper trapezius ... See more keywords
Immediate Effect of Acupuncture on Electromyographic Activity of the Upper Trapezius Muscle and Pain in Patients With Nonspecific Neck Pain: A Randomized, Single‐Blinded, Sham‐Controlled, Crossover Study
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2017.09.006
Abstract: Objective The objective of this study was to assess changes in upper trapezius myoelectric activity and pain in patients with nonspecific neck pain after a single session of acupuncture (ACP). Methods A blinded randomized clinical… read more here.
Keywords: nonspecific neck; patients nonspecific; neck pain; upper trapezius ... See more keywords
Relaxation to relieve muscle tension to the upper trapezius level in young adults
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DOI: 10.1080/07853890.2018.1560723
Abstract: Introduction: The tightness and reduction in the flexibility have been reported to be associated with the occurrence of back pain in adolescents and adults [1]. Chronic mechanical neck pain can have a complex clinical presentation… read more here.
Keywords: muscle; pain; tension; muscle tension ... See more keywords
Immediate Effects of Dry Needing or Manual Pressure Release of Upper Trapezius Trigger Points on Muscle Activity during the Cranio-Cervical Flexion Test in People with Chronic Neck Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
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DOI: 10.1093/pm/pnac034
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To compare the effects of dry needling or manual pressure release on an active trigger point in the upper trapezius on cranio-cervical flexion test performance, pressure pain thresholds, and cervical range of motion in… read more here.
Keywords: pressure release; pressure; trigger; upper trapezius ... See more keywords
High- versus low-energy extracorporeal shock-wave therapy for myofascial pain syndrome of upper trapezius
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000011432
Abstract: Background: To compare the efficacy of high- and low-energy extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) for patients with myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) of the upper trapezius. Methods: Thirty patients (3 men, 27 women) were randomly assigned… read more here.
Keywords: energy; neck; low energy; upper trapezius ... See more keywords
Effects of Rehearsal Time and Repertoire Speed on Upper Trapezius Activity in Conservatory Piano Students.
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DOI: 10.21091/mppa.2022.1001
Abstract: BACKGROUND Repetitive piano play may overload neck and shoulder muscles and tendons, leading to playing-related musculoskeletal disorders (PRMDs). METHODS In this pilot study (EMG data of the extensor carpi radialis have been published separately), surface… read more here.
Keywords: conservatory piano; upper trapezius; trapezius; frequency ... See more keywords
Trigger Point Sensitivity Is a Differentiating Factor between Cervicogenic and Non-Cervicogenic Headaches: A Cross-Sectional, Descriptive Study.
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DOI: 10.3138/ptc.2017-38
Abstract: Purpose: A common factor in all forms of headache is the presence of myofascial trigger points (TrPs). The aim of this study was to compare the presentation of patients with cervicogenic headaches and patients with… read more here.
Keywords: study; sensitivity; cervicogenic headaches; non cervicogenic ... See more keywords