Dry needling is a technique used to inactivate myofascial trigger points
and the pain they cause in order to restore function. A trigger point
is a localized, hyper-irritable knot in a taut band of muscle fibers.
Dry needling involves the use of thin, flexible monofilament needles.
Common Conditions Treated
Headaches
TMJ
Muscle Strains
Joint Pain
Tendonitis/ Tendinosis
Shoulder/ Hip Bursitis
Neck Pain/ Spasms
Back Pain/ Spasms
Acute/ Chronic Pain
How Does Dry Needling Work?
Mechanical and biomechanical effects have been identified. The mechanical
stimulation of the muscle produces a cellular change that results in relaxation
due to the removal of compression on the joint, nerve, and/or vascular
tissue. Dry needling also stimulates the release of pain mediators and
initiates a “new healing process”. Dry needling in combination
with therapeutic exercise can result in decreased pain and improved function.
Is Dry Needling Painful?
Dry needling can be uncomfortable to some individuals and may have minimal
discomfort to others. Some individuals may experience a temporary increase
in pain, soreness, or aching in the area treated which usually resolves
within 1-3 days.
How to get started
If you think dry needling can assist you, ask your provider for a referral
and call to make an appointment at the location that is most convenient to you.
