Journal article
The Effect of Electric Stimulation Techniques on Pain and Tenderness at the Myofascial Trigger Point: A Systematic Review
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Myofascial pain is a prevalent chronic pain disorder, affecting a large proportion of the general population. Electric stimulation techniques such as transcutaneous electric stimulation (TENS) and electroacupuncture have been shown to be effective for managing chronic pain conditions including myofascial pain. The goal of this study was to review the literature on the effectiveness of electric stimulation techniques on myofascial …
Authors
Ahmed S; Haddad C; Subramaniam S; Khattab S; Kumbhare D
Journal
Pain Medicine, Vol. 20, No. 9, pp. 1774–1788
Publisher
Oxford University Press (OUP)
Publication Date
September 1, 2019
DOI
10.1093/pm/pny278
ISSN
1526-2375