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Study Tests Two Achilles Pain Therapies

Randomized trial finds ultrasound-guided technique improved pain and function more than dry needling.

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    Ultrasound-guided percutaneous electrolysis was superior to dry needling in managing Achilles tendinopathy.

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    60 patients participated, receiving either treatment with similar stretching protocols.

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    Significant improvements were noted in pain levels and functional assessments.

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    The electrolysis group had greater gains post-treatment from week two onwards.

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    Limitations included a modest sample size and short follow-up time.

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    Both methods targeted different anatomical structures.

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Study Tests Two Achilles Pain Therapies

  • by Doug Brunk

  • March 25, 2026

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