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Dry needling: A tool to address tightness of the interossei?

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Tightness of the interosseous muscles of the hand is a frequent complication that may occur after trauma or immobilization, causing significant limitations to motion, strength, and function.1 Though the slender interossei muscle bellies are no longer than the adjacent metacarpal bones to which they attach, it is estimated that they, along with the other ulnar innervated intrinsic muscles, contribute to nearly 40% of overall grip strength.2 Because of their attachment to the extensor hood mechanism, shortening of the interossei limits flexion of the interphalangeal (IP) joints, particularly the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint, as oblique fibers insert at the central slip.

Source: Journal of Hand Therapy

DOI: 10.1016/j.jht.2025.02.002

Authors: Nathan Short, Donna Walls, Marsha Rutland

Institutions: Abilene Christian University, Hardin–Simmons University

Language: English

Topic: Myofascial pain diagnosis and treatment

Subfield: Cell Biology

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,670