What is dry needling?
At its core, dry needling is a treatment to get rid of trigger points — the knots in your muscles that cause you pain. There are other forms of trigger point therapy that use massage or tools to press on your tissue. Dry needling uses tiny filiform needles precisely placed in your muscular and connective tissues to stimulate the myofascial trigger points to improve how well your muscles move and reduce your pain.
Why would I need dry needling?
If you have overused a muscle or used it incorrectly resulting in pain, dry needling can be a great solution. Dry needling is a reliable method to relieve tight muscles or muscle pain while also increasing blood flow to the targeted area and increasing range of motion when applicable. If you have experienced any of the following, you may be a great candidate for drying needling:
- Spinal injuries
- Whiplash
- Joint or disc issues
- Migraines
- Tendonitis
This is just a brief list of conditions that dry needling can help. Be sure to speak with a physical therapist prior to deciding whether or not this method could be beneficial to you.
For more information on dry needling check out our blog “5 Things You Should Know About Dry Needling.” If you’re ready to meet with one of our physical therapists, you can schedule an appointment online or call 515.875.9706.
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