Publications by authors named "Sue E Curfman"
Inferior-Medial Dry Needling at the Thoracolumbar Junction: A Cadaveric Study.
Int J Sports Phys Ther
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- Dry needling (DN) is a popular treatment for musculoskeletal pain, but there are concerns about potential serious adverse events in sensitive areas like the spine.
- This study aimed to explore whether a specific DN technique could allow a needle to penetrate the ligamentum flavum and potentially the spinal canal at the thoracolumbar junction.
- The results showed that using ultrasound guidance, a dry needle could successfully enter the spinal canal, indicating the technique's feasibility and emphasizing the importance of ultrasound in safely conducting dry needling in critical areas.