Effects of Dry Needling on Spinal Reflexes: The Hoffman-reflex

Spasticity can lead to changes in spinal and supraspinal pathways which can lead to decreased function and quality of life in persons with stroke. Physical therapists worldwide have been administering trigger point deep dry needling (DDN) to treat post-stroke spasticity. Yet, currently, effects of DDN on spinal somatosensory processing are not well understood. To understand the neurophysiological mechanisms of DDN, we are currently investigating the effects of DDN on spinal somatosensory pathways in persons with and without stroke.
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Tags: Research Poster 1709913 Source Type: research