Immediate Effect of Dry Needling on Calf Muscles Pain Pressure Threshold,Sprint Speed and Functional Performance in Amateur Football Player
Recruiting now · Not applicable · Has a placebo group
Conditions studied: Myofascial Pain Syndromes, Trigger Points, Gastrocnemius Muscle
In brief
This randomised single-blind trial will evaluate the immediate effect of a single session of dry needling versus sham needling on calf muscle myofascial trigger points among amateur football players aged 18-25 years. Primary and secondary outcomes are Pressure Pain Threshold (algometer), Sprint Speed (shuttle run test), and Functional Performance (single-leg hop). Outcomes will be measured immediately pre- and post-intervention. Data analysis will be performed in SPSS version 27 using paired and independent t-tests (p \< 0.05).
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT07525921
- Run by
- Foundation University Islamabad
- People needed
- 60
- Starts
- 2025-08-29
- Expected to finish
- 2026-06-01
- Last updated by the study team
- 2026-04-13
Who can join
Age: 18 and older, up to 25. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Amateur football players aged 18-25 years.
- Participation in club-level football for at least one year.
- Presence of active myofascial trigger point in gastrocnemius or soleus confirmed by palpation.
- Willingness to participate and provide informed consent.
You may not qualify if…
- History of calf muscle tear, fracture, or lower limb surgery.
- Current use of muscle relaxants or anti-inflammatory medication.
- Known bleeding disorders or anticoagulant therapy.
- Local infection, skin lesion, or contraindication to dry needling.
- Neurological or vascular disorders affecting lower limb function.
Where it is running
- Foundation University College of Physical Therapy — Islamabad, Punjab Province, Pakistan (enrolling)
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