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How does pressure release compare to ultrasound therapy for muscle pain relief?

In 2012, a study conducted by Javad Sarrafzadeh, Amir Ahmadi, and Marziyeh Yassin has shed light on the comparative effectiveness of three treatments for latent myofascial trigger points (MTP) in the upper trapezius muscle. The research, conducted at a pain control medical clinic, aimed to evaluate the efficacy of pressure release (PR), phonophoresis of hydrocortisone (PhH) 1%, and ultrasonic therapy (UT) in alleviating pain and … Continue reading How does pressure release compare to ultrasound therapy for muscle pain relief?

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How effective is myofascial therapy for chronic tinnitus sufferers?

Tinnitus, the persistent ringing or buzzing in the ears, affects millions of people worldwide, often accompanied by chronic pain in areas surrounding the ear. A recent breakthrough study suggests that myofascial trigger point deactivation might offer significant relief for those struggling with this debilitating condition. In 2012, a double-blind randomized clinical trial led by Carina Bezerra Rocha and Tanit Ganz Sanchez, 71 patients suffering from … Continue reading How effective is myofascial therapy for chronic tinnitus sufferers?

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Can ischemic pressure with backnobber II relieve myofascial trigger point discomfort?

In 2011, study conducted by Dawn T. Gulick, et. al., the effectiveness of ischemic pressure in addressing myofascial trigger point (MTrP) sensitivity was investigated. Myofascial trigger points are localized areas of muscle tightness and discomfort commonly encountered in clinical practice. The study employed a randomized, controlled design, with the researcher blinded to the intervention during the assessment of MTrP sensitivity. The participants in the study … Continue reading Can ischemic pressure with backnobber II relieve myofascial trigger point discomfort?

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Do Ultrasound and Ischemic Compression Improve Range of Motion and Reduce Pain in Trapezius MTrPs?

In 2009, randomized controlled study conducted by Aguilera, et. al., from CEU-Cardenal Herrera University in Valencia, Spain, aimed to investigate the immediate effects of ultrasound (US) and ischemic compression (IC) as treatment methods for myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) in the trapezius muscle. This study focused on healthy subjects diagnosed with latent MTrPs and explored various outcome measures to evaluate the effectiveness of these therapeutic modalities. … Continue reading Do Ultrasound and Ischemic Compression Improve Range of Motion and Reduce Pain in Trapezius MTrPs?

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