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Immediate Effect of Dry Needling on Calf Muscles Pain Pressure Threshold,Sprint Speed and Functional Performance in Amateur Football Player
Led by Foundation University Islamabad · Updated on 2026-04-13
60
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
39 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
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).
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Official Title
Immediate Effect of Dry Needling on Calf Muscles Pain Pressure Threshold,Sprint Speed and Functional Performance in Amateur Football Player
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Amateur football players aged 18 to 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 will not qualify if you...
- 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
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Foundation University College of Physical Therapy
Islamabad, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 46000
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Research Team
H
Hamza Aliyan, DPT
CONTACT
M
Marwa Asim, MS-OMPT
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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