Dry Needling

Dry needling, also known as intramuscular stimulation, or trigger point dry needling, is a form of physical therapy where long thin needles are inserted into tight muscles to aid in rehabilitation. These small punctures in muscles can alleviate pain by releasing endorphins that block pain receptors. With dry needling, you can speed up recovery time by helping your body repair itself rather than masking symptoms with prescription drugs like opioid painkillers.

To get an idea of whether dry needling can help alleviate your pain, your physical therapist will likely ask you to describe your current pain. They will also take a thorough medical history and perform an examination to look for joint abnormalities that may be contributing to your condition. In some cases, they may suggest additional diagnostic tests such as blood tests or imaging scans.

Common conditions treated by Dry Needling: Tennis Elbow, Shin Splints, Back Spasms, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rotator Cuff Tendonitis. The treatment plan can be tailored to address any issue that you may be experiencing. Our physicians have experience treating various conditions including plantar fasciitis, common back pain issues, shin splints, elbow problems and a variety of other muscle ailments caused by overuse or improper technique in sports or at work.

During your first visit to our office, you’ll have a thorough evaluation to assess your condition. Our doctors will also perform a physical examination of your upper and lower extremities, as well as review any symptoms or concerns that brought you in. Then, they’ll take time to go over how dry needling can help alleviate pain throughout your body so that you understand what can be done for you. At this time, we’ll also discuss any health issues that may affect the treatment plan.

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