Efficacy of dry needling in reducing spasticity after stroke: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

A systematic review and meta-analysis published in Complementary Therapies in Medicine examined the effectiveness of dry needling for reducing post-stroke spasticity. The pooled findings suggest dry needling may offer measurable reductions in muscle spasticity among stroke survivors, adding to the body of evidence supporting its use as an adjunct intervention in neurological rehabilitation. Physical therapists working with stroke populations may find these results relevant when considering treatment options for spasticity management.

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