Clinical Trial

Immediate Effect of Dry Needling on Calf Muscles Pain Pressure Threshold,Sprint Speed and Functional Performance in Amateur Football Player

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Record status

This record was last updated April 13, 2026 (before its estimated June 1, 2026 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.

Summary

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).

Trial Details

NCT Number	NCT07525921
Lead Sponsor	Foundation University Islamabad
Conditions	Myofascial Pain Syndromes, Trigger Points, Gastrocnemius Muscle
Enrollment	60 participants
Start Date	2025-08-29
Primary Completion	2026-06-01 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-06-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-04-13