Effects of dry needling on post-stroke spasticity, motor function and stability limits: a randomised clinical trial

摘要: Objective To determine the effects of inclusion deep dry needling into a treatment session following Bobath concept on spasticity, motor function and postural control after stroke. Methods 26 patients who had suffered stroke were randomly assigned to one two groups: only, or plus needling. Both groups received including strengthening, stretching reconditioning exercises principles concept. Patients in group also single ultrasound-guided tibialis posterior. Spasticity (Modified Modified Ashworth Scale), (Fugl-Meyer Scale) stability limits (computerised dynamic posturography using SMART EquiTest System) collected before 10 min by blinded assessor. The parameters included movement velocity (MVL), maximum excursion (MXE), end-point (EPE) directional (DCL). Results A greater number individuals receiving exhibited decrease spasticity (P Conclusions was effective at decreasing improving balance, range motion accuracy maintaining experienced Trial registration NCT02579291.