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Dry Needling and Stretching vs. Stretching Alone on Hamstring Flexibility in Patients With Knee Pain
NCT02498704 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
The purposes of this double-blinded, randomized controlled trial are (1) to determine if the addition of trigger point dry needling (TDN) to a standard stretching program results in greater improvements in hamstring flexibility versus stretching alone in a population with atraumatic knee pain; (2) measure length of time that flexibility gains are maintained, (3) assess resulting movement mechanics and (4) assess patient reported changes in pain. Findings will potentially lead to insights as to the benefit of applying this intervention to additional body regions.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- PROCEDURE Dry Needling
- OTHER Sham Needling
Study Locations (1)
New York
- Keller Army Community Hospital — West Point
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 39 participants |
| Start Date | 2014-11 |
| Est. Completion | 2015-10 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT02498704
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT02498704 describes a study currently listed as completed. It is categorized as NA, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 39 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Keller Army Community Hospital, which has 4 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 1 condition, with Mobility Limitation appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions — of which Dry Needling is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT02498704 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include New York. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT02498704 about?
NCT02498704 is a clinical study titled "Dry Needling and Stretching vs. Stretching Alone on Hamstring Flexibility in Patients With Knee Pain". The purposes of this double-blinded, randomized controlled trial are (1) to determine if the addition of trigger point dry needling (TDN) to a standard stretching program results in greater improvements in hamstring flexibility versus stretching alone in a population with atraumatic knee pain; (2) m...
What is the current status of trial NCT02498704?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 39 participants. The study started on 2014-11. Estimated completion is 2015-10.
What conditions does trial NCT02498704 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Mobility Limitation. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT02498704?
The interventions under investigation include: Dry Needling (PROCEDURE), Sham Needling (OTHER). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT02498704?
This trial is sponsored by Keller Army Community Hospital, which has 4 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT02498704 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across New York. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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