Effects of Dry Needling on Spasticity in Multiple Sclerosis Evaluated Through the Rate-Dependent Depression of the H Reflex: A Case Report.

Felix León Leticia Manzo Rebeca Kababie Jimena Figueroa Carlos A Cuellar Pablo Herrero Gallego

Published in: International medical case reports journal (2023)

Results suggest a partial reduction in spasticity represented by decrease of the excitability of the neural elements involved in the RDD of the H reflex following DN. The RDD of the H reflex could be implemented as an objective tool to monitor changes in spasticity in larger DN trials.

Keyphrases

botulinum toxin
spinal cord injury
upper limb
multiple sclerosis
cerebral palsy
children with cerebral palsy
depressive symptoms
sleep quality
physical activity