Dry needling is a skilled clinical intervention to treat musculoskeletal pain and movement impairments. Unlike acupuncture, which is rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, dry needling is based on modern Western medical principles and neuroanatomy.
What to Expect During Treatment
  • The Procedure: We insert thin, sterile, solid filament needles through the skin into "trigger points"—tight, knotted bands in the muscle. The needle is "dry" because it does not inject any medication.
  • Sensations: Most patients feel a minor prick as the needle enters. Once it reaches the trigger point, you may feel an intense pressure or a "local twitch response"—a brief, involuntary muscle contraction. This twitch is a positive sign that the muscle is releasing.
  • Duration: Needles may be removed immediately or left in place for 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the technique used.
Common Benefits
  • Relieve Pain: Targets local and referred pain from trigger points.
  • Improve Mobility: Reduces muscle stiffness and increases range of motion.
  • Accelerate Recovery: Promotes blood flow and triggers the body's natural healing response to resolve chronic inflammation.
Conditions Treated
Dry needling can be effective for:
  • Neck, back, and shoulder pain.
  • Headaches and migraines.
  • Tendonitis (e.g., Tennis Elbow, Achilles Tendonitis).
  • Sciatica and hip pain.
  • Jaw problems (TMJ).
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome.