Improving dry needling accuracy through cadaver anatomy training

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to evaluate whether a cadaver anatomy review enhances the accuracy and perceived safety of dry needling performed by physiotherapists. Participants will be randomly assigned to either an intervention group receiving cadaver training or a control group receiving unrelated educational content. The study will measure needle placement accuracy and confidence levels using ultrasound imaging and initial knowledge assessments. The goal is to determine if anatomical training leads to better outcomes in dry needling practices.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Physiotherapy volunteers: Physiotherapists who are in good standing with their regulatory College and licensed to practice dry needling.
* Needling volunteers (those who will be needled) must be able to provide informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Physiotherapy volunteers: Physiotherapists who are not in good standing with their regulatory College or not licensed to practice dry needling or have taken a cadaver review class post-graduation from their entry to practice physiotherapy program.
* Needling volunteers (those who will be needled): Anyone who posses any contraindications to dry needling or not within normal BMI measurements

Where it's running

• University of Alberta
  Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Eric Parent, PhD — University of Alberta
• Study coordinator: Nadine R Crocker, MScPT
• Email: nrrissli@ualberta.ca
• Phone: 7806907442

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.