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Ultrasound Evaluation of Blind Dry Needling in Lateral Epicondylitis
Sponsor: nurmuhammet tas
Summary
The aim of this clinical study is to evaluate the accuracy and consistency of the blinded needling procedure by evaluating the dry needling procedure under ultrasound guidance in patients diagnosed with lateral epicondylitis and with at least one active trigger point (MTrP) in the forearm extensor muscles. The study is a prospective, double-blind validation study. Participants: Volunteers aged 18-70 years, who have pain in the lateral epicondyle region for at least 6 weeks and who have active trigger points in the forearm extensor muscles detected by physical examination will be included in the study. Written informed consent will be obtained from all participants.
Official title: Evaluation of Anatomical Accuracy in Targeting Forearm Extensor Muscles With Blind Dry Needling in Patients With Lateral Epicondylitis Using Ultrasound Guidance
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 70 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
40
Start Date
2025-09-21
Completion Date
2025-09-23
Last Updated
2025-09-15
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Evaluation of Anatomical Accuracy in Targeting Forearm Extensor Muscles with Blind Dry Needling in Patients with Lateral Epicondylitis Using Ultrasound Guidance
Using a high-resolution linear probe (5-12 MHz) , the muscle in which the needle tip is located is monitored in real time in the transverse and longitudinal planes. Whether the needle is in the targeted muscle is recorded as "correct" or "incorrect".