MANUAL MEDICINE

Are the two procedures the same? Dry needling and acupuncture are two distinct clinical approaches that use fine needles. Dry needling assessment commonly focuses on the musculoskeletal system, tender points and movement function, whereas acupuncture has its own theoretical framework and practice principles. Scope of practice, training and regulation may differ by country. Safety and sound assessment come first Before a needle-based procedure, medical history, bleeding risk, medication use, preg...

Why low back pain is not one single condition Low back pain can be related to musculoskeletal loading, limited movement, work habits or different medical causes. The appropriate approach is therefore not limited to the painful area; it considers medical history, physical examination, daily demands and, when needed, available investigations together. How is a manual therapy plan created? In Dr. Metin Mutlu’s approach to manual medicine and physical medicine and rehabilitation, care is not reduc...

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