Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD The causes of muscle pain can vary. Also called myalgia, aching muscles can be caused ...

Background: Myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) are hyperirritable spots located in taut bands of muscle fibres. Electrophysiological studies indicate that abnormal electrical activity is detectable ...

Others feel a prick, cramp, or twitch. One goal is to stimulate a tense spot, called a trigger point. If the needle finds it, tight muscle bands may relax, which can ease your discomfort and help ...

and muscle pain of dry needling treatment to the gluteal muscles in athletes with posterior thigh pain referred from gluteal trigger points. Methods: A randomised, double blind, placebo controlled ...