Effectiveness of Acupuncture and Dry Needling in Treating Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials and Meta-Analyses

Key Points

• This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of acupuncture and dry needling in treating patellofemoral pain syndrome.
• Systematic review of randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses
• Assessment of intervention effects on pain and function
• Comparison of acupuncture and dry needling outcomes
• Acupuncture showed a significant reduction in pain compared to control groups (p<0.05)
• Dry needling provided comparable outcomes for pain relief and function improvement
• Both interventions demonstrated positive effects in the treatment of patellofemoral pain syndrome