Acute effects of functional dry needling on skeletal muscle function

摘要: Abstract Introduction Functional dry needling (FDN) is commonly used to treat soft tissue pain-related conditions. Previous research has demonstrated benefits chronic resistance training; however, objective physiological measures sensitive acute exercise have not been found. The purpose of this study was evaluate the effects FDN on muscle strength and endurance. Methods Ten subjects (height 168 ± 9 cm, mass 68.2 11.3 kg) were tested bilaterally (pre post) for vastus lateralis (VL) isometric strength, isokinetic fatigue index, electrical activity, oxygenation. administered one leg, while other served as a control. Results Limited functional observed (p Discussion does appear acutely improve function in healthy young adults. Although there no improvements function, adverse either, contributing safety populations. Conclusion Acute enhance performance healthy, non-clinical population. Thus, clinicians should consider population desired outcome when applying FDN.