What is the efficacy and safety of dry needling and myofascial trigger point therapy for reducing pain and improving function in adults with chronic pelvic pain syndromes of myofascial origin, compared to sham intervention, manual therapy, or standard care?
Abstract
Dry needling and myofascial trigger point therapies show promise in managing pain and improving function in myofascial conditions, though further studies are needed to confirm these results in chronic pelvic pain syndromes specifically.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Myofascial pain diagnosis and treatment
Acupuncture Treatment Research Studies
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 17 February 2026
- Language
- EN