Pain, forearm extensor muscle extensibility, and strength for adult patients with lateral epicondylalgia Musculoskeletal Diseases
Conditions
Interventions
Current Interventions as of 24/06/2025:
Before participants are selected, they will be screened for the exclusion criteria completed via the phone by a student physical therapist before committing to
Sponsors
Franklin Pierce University
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Over the age of 18 years old 2. Diagnosis of lateral epicondylalgia per positive provocation using Cozen's and Maudsley's special tests
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Those who have received dry needling or physical therapy within the last 6 months for lateral epicondylalgia 2. Allergy to metals 3. Needle phobia 4. Blood clotting disorders 5. Recent infections 6. Diabetes 7. Peripheral neuropathy 8. Pregnant
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The following primary outcome measures are assessed at baseline, 5 minutes, and 30 minutes post-intervention: 1. Pain measured via the pain pressure threshold using a dolorimeter 2. Grip strength measured using a handheld grip dynamometer 3. Wrist flexion passive range of motion measured using a goniometer | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| As of 24/06/2025: There are no current secondary outcome measures. Previous secondary outcome measures: Self-perceived disability measured using the QuickDash self-reported outcome survey before the intervention to establish a baseline level of functional impairment | — |
Countries
United States of America
Contacts
Public ContactTamara Hefferon
Outcome results
None listed