N/A
Completed N=44
Accuracy of Rib Palpation for Dry Needling of Deep Periscapular Musculature, Measured With Ultrasound
Trigger Point Pain, Myofascial
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT04066166 ↗
Enrolled (actual)
44
Serious AEs
0.0%
Results posted
Apr 2026
Primary outcomePrimary: Accuracy — 29 Participants
Summary
Ultrasound was used to identify the location of a rib. This was compared to a practitioner's ability to palpate the area.
Outcome Measures
| Outcome | Result | p-value |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMARY Accuracy |
29 | — |
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- Anyone with ribs
Exclusion Criteria
- No children
Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT04066166). Outcome figures and adverse-event rates are extracted automatically from the registry's posted results and are provided for clinician reference, not as a substitute for the primary publication. Informational only — not medical advice.