Although myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) are rarely mentioned in relation to shoulder pain, they may present an alternative underlying mechanism, which would provide new treatment targets ...
Background: Myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) are hyperirritable spots ... We screened 71 individuals and eventually enrolled 24 subjects with neck pain and active MTrPs and 24 neck pain-free ...
Dry needling is a technique used to alleviate trigger points and myofascial pain. Trigger points can cause severe pain that can last for several years. Dry needling can elleviate said pain.