Effects of Dry Needling the Calf Muscles on Biomechanics and Muscle Function in Individuals With Restricted Dorsiflexion
Acute Effects of Dry Needling the Soleus on Lower Limb Biomechanics and Muscle Function in Individuals With Restricted Dorsiflexion
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interventional
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1 country
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Brief Summary
The goal of this observational study is to learn about the acute effects of dry needling the soleus muscle in individuals with limited ankle mobility
Trial Health
Trial Health Score
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participants targeted
Target at P25-P50 for not_applicable
Started Feb 2026
Typical duration for not_applicable
1 active site
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Study Timeline
Key milestones and dates
First Submitted
Initial submission to the registry
February 23, 2026
CompletedStudy Start
First participant enrolled
February 23, 2026
CompletedFirst Posted
Study publicly available on registry
March 16, 2026
CompletedPrimary Completion
Last participant's last visit for primary outcome
June 1, 2027
ExpectedStudy Completion
Last participant's last visit for all outcomes
June 1, 2028
March 16, 2026
March 1, 2026
1.3 years
February 23, 2026
March 11, 2026
Conditions
Outcome Measures
Primary Outcomes (4)
Peak ankle dorsiflexion
The maximum amount of ankle forward bending during the movement. Measured in degrees using both inclinometry and motion capture-based relative segment angles in 3D..
Pre-post testing on the same day. Post testing will occur within 60 minutes of the intervention.
Peak ground reaction force
The maximum amount of propulsive force measured by a 3D force platform during the movement. Measured in Newtons.
Pre-post testing on the same day. Post testing will occur within 60 minutes of the intervention.
Peak muscle activation
The maximum amount of electrical excitation of the soleus muscle during the movement. Measured in mV using surface electromyography.
Pre-post testing on the same day. Post testing will occur within 60 minutes of the intervention.
Tissue stiffness
A measure of the tissue compliance or stiffness of the soleus muscle. Measured in kPa using ultrasound-based shear wave elastography.
Pre-post testing on the same day. Post testing will occur within 60 minutes of the intervention.
Study Arms (1)
Individuals with restricted ankle dorsiflexion
EXPERIMENTALInterventions
Dry needling to the soleus muscle
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if:
- Individuals must present with decreased dorsiflexion measurement during screening of 35° or less unilaterally or bilaterally based on the weight bearing lunge test
You may not qualify if:
- Current and/or historical lower extremity injury or surgery within the last six months
- Musculoskeletal or neurological disorders that could impact balance or normal lower extremity function
- Extreme phobia of needles
- On blood thinners
- Chance of pregnancy
- Known problems with immune system,
- Presence of diseases or infections that can be spread through bodily fluids
Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.
Sponsors & Collaborators
Study Sites (1)
University of Dayton
Dayton, Ohio, 45440, United States
MeSH Terms
Interventions
Intervention Hierarchy (Ancestors)
Study Design
- Study Type
- interventional
- Phase
- not applicable
- Allocation
- NA
- Masking
- NONE
- Purpose
- TREATMENT
- Intervention Model
- SINGLE GROUP
- Sponsor Type
- OTHER
- Responsible Party
- SPONSOR
Study Record Dates
First Submitted
February 23, 2026
First Posted
March 16, 2026
Study Start
February 23, 2026
Primary Completion (Estimated)
June 1, 2027
Study Completion (Estimated)
June 1, 2028
Last Updated
March 16, 2026
Record last verified: 2026-03
Data Sharing
- IPD Sharing
- Will not share