EVALUATING MUSCLE RESPONSE TO DRY NEEDLING AND FARADIC STIMULI AMONG GLUTEAL AMNESIA: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

BACKGROUND: Gluteal amnesia, characterized by diminished gluteal muscle activation is associated with chronic lower back pain, hip dysfunction, and impaired proprioception. This systematic review evaluates muscle response to dry needling and faradic stimuli among gluteal amnesia. METHODS: Following PRISMA guidelines, a comprehensive search of PubMed, EBSCO Host, Cochrane Library, and Google Scholar was conducted. Fifteen studies (randomized controlled trials, quasi-experimental studies, and clinical case series) were included. Methodological quality was assessed using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme (CASP) tool. RESULT: NDN demonstrated moderate evidence for short-term improvements in gluteal muscle activation and pain modulation. FS significantly enhanced neuromuscular recruitment and proprioception during functional tasks. RT exhibited the strongest evidence for long-term strength gains and pelvic stability, with 80% of studies reporting proprioceptive improvements. CONCLUSION: Combined NDN, FS, and RT interventions significantly enhance gluteal muscle strength and proprioception in gluteal amnesia patients. Keywords:dry needling, faradic stimulation, gluteal amnesia, neuromuscular, proprioception, resistive training