Objective:

To compare the effectiveness of ultrasound-guided percutaneous electrolysis and dry needling in patients with Achilles tendinopathy.

Approach:

Key Findings:

• Ultrasound-guided percutaneous electrolysis resulted in greater reductions in pain intensity compared to dry needling.
• Improvements in pressure pain threshold and functional outcomes were more pronounced in the electrolysis group.
• Quality of life and functional scores improved significantly in the electrolysis group from week two onward.

Interpretation:

Ultrasound-guided percutaneous electrolysis is more effective than dry needling in reducing pain intensity and improving quality of life and ankle and foot function in patients with Achilles tendinopathy.

Limitations:

• Modest sample size.
• Short follow-up period of one month.
• Potential variability in patient populations from clinical and sports settings.
• Different anatomical targets for each intervention may affect comparability.

Conclusion:

Ultrasound-guided percutaneous electrolysis is superior to dry needling for treating Achilles tendinopathy.

Sources:

• Cureus
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