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May 27, 2026Journal of Acupuncture ResearchOpen Access

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

Eun Su Oh So Jung Kim Min Jung Kim Kyeong Hwan Lee Yu Jin Jung Hye Seong Kwon Su Hyun Kwon Su Jin Min Woo Young Kim

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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

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Randomized trial evaluates acupuncture and dry needling efficacy in patellofemoral pain syndrome, indicating potential benefits.

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Oh et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a192dbbfab5b468c4416a26 https://doi.org/10.13045/jar.26.0014

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