Effectiveness of Dry Needling on Release of Myofascial Trigger Points in Acute Piriformis Syndrome: A Case Report

Abstract

Piriformis syndrome (PS) is a peripheral neuritis of the sciatic nerve caused by trauma or increased muscle demands on the piriformis. The aim of this case report was to determine the effectiveness of DN for the release of trigger points in a patient with acute PS. The case was a 27 year old male presented with a history of left buttock pain since 10 days. The patient received one session of DN along with cold pack and mild stretching of piriformis muscle. Outcome measures such as pain, was measured by visual analog scale (VAS) and hip abduction as well as internal rotation was measured by universal goniometer. All the measurements were performed before the session, immediately and 15 min after the end of DN and other treatment. Results revealed an immediate improvement in VAS scores and hip abduction and internal rotation ROM. The present case study concluded that single session of DN along with mild stretching and cold pack is effective in releasing myofascial trigger point in acute PS patient.

Keywords: Intramuscular manual therapy, buttock pain, low back pain, neuropathy

Cite this Article

Manisha Uttam, Harshita Yadav. Effectiveness of Dry Needling on Release of Myofascial Trigger Points in Acute Piriformis Syndrome: A Case Report. Research and Reviews: Journal of Neuroscience. 2016; 6(3): 1–4p.