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NCT02646579 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA

Effects of Dry Needling Using Spinal and Peripheral Sites Versus Peripheral Sites Only

A NA study, sponsored by Emory University.

Completed
Registry status
NA
Development phase
34
Enrollment target

NCT02646579 is a NA study that has completed, run by Emory University. The registered enrollment target is 34 participants.

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The verdict

NCT02646579, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by Emory University.

COMPLETED
Registry status
NA
Development phase
34 participants
Enrollment target

Study Summary

The purpose of this study is to determine if dry needling both low back and extremity areas is more effective for reducing pain and improving strength, balance and functional performance among patients with chronic musculoskeletal conditions compared to dry needling of extremity areas only.

Interventions

  • PROCEDURE Spinal and Peripheral Dry Needling
  • PROCEDURE Peripheral Dry Needling

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 34 participants
Start Date 2017-10-27
Est. Completion 2019-05-01
Phase NA

Sponsor

Emory University

1,208 total trials

What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT02646579

The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT02646579 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 34 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Emory University, which has 1,208 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.

The record links to 0 conditions, and to 2 interventions - of which Spinal and Peripheral Dry Needling is the first listed.

NCT02646579 reports 0 study locations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT02646579 about?

NCT02646579 is a clinical study titled "Effects of Dry Needling Using Spinal and Peripheral Sites Versus Peripheral Sites Only". The purpose of this study is to determine if dry needling both low back and extremity areas is more effective for reducing pain and improving strength, balance and functional performance among patients with chronic musculoskeletal conditions compared to dry needling of extremity areas only.

What is the current status of trial NCT02646579?

This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 34 participants. The study started on 2017-10-27. Estimated completion is 2019-05-01.

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT02646579?

The interventions under investigation include: Spinal and Peripheral Dry Needling (PROCEDURE), Peripheral Dry Needling (PROCEDURE).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT02646579?

This trial is sponsored by Emory University, which has 1,208 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

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