Treatment Modalities for Notalgia Paresthetica Including OMT

Authors

  • Danielle Cooley, DO Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine, Stratford, NJ
  • Michael McAree, OMS Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine, Stratford, NJ
  • Neal Joshi, OMS Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine, Stratford, NJ
  • Wasif Peerzada, OMS Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine, Stratford, NJ

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.33181/12053

Abstract

Background: Notalgia paresthetica (NP) is a type of neuropathy associated with pruritus, dysesthesias and sometimes pain. Most etiologies stem from trauma and entrapment of cutaneous branches of the upper thoracic nerves.

Objectives: We report a case of NP treated with osteopathic manipulative therapy (OMT) along with a review of previous treatment modalities performed per the literature.

Methods: A comprehensive literature search using PubMed was performed on NP and its treatment. Keywords used include notalgia paresthetica, treatment, osteopathic manipulation, neuropathy and pruritus.

Results: Our patient reported a 30% reduction in severity of pruritus after receiving OMT, with full intention of following up in office for additional treatment.

Conclusion: OMT monotherapy or combination treatments may prove to be efficacious with little to no added risk.

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Published

2020-08-30

How to Cite

Danielle Cooley, DO, et al. “Treatment Modalities for Notalgia Paresthetica Including OMT”. Osteopathic Family Physician, vol. 12, no. 5, Aug. 2020, pp. 25-29, doi:10.33181/12053.

Issue

Vol. 12 No. 5 (2020): September/October, 2020

Section

Review Articles

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