Dry needling is a safe and effective treatment used to manage pain associated with trigger points, which are painful knots of muscle. The treatment, commonly carried out by a skilled physical therapist, aims to contract knotted muscles, so they can relax. Dry needling reduces pain and many other symptoms, such as movement impairments. Trigger points can cause a number of problems, including pain and discomfort, a restricted range of motion, reduced function, referred pain, and localized ... [Read More]
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Can Dry Needling Help My Migraines?
If you suffer from recurring, severe headaches, then you may be part of the 12% of Americans who experience migraines. Thanks to the fact that migraine headaches are so common, there are many effective treatments available. Most people try medication first, but other treatments can also help patients to get rid of migraines – such as dry needling. This technique is similar to acupuncture but with a Western approach. Let’s talk about how dry needling can help with your migraines, and where ... [Read More]
Does Dry Needling Actually Work?
Chronic pain is an unfortunate part of the lives of roughly 50 million American adults, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Unlike acute pain, chronic pain can have a heavy physical and emotional toll if it remains unaddressed. Conservative treatments are often used to relieve this type of pain. However, when these prove to be insufficient, your doctor may recommend alternative methods, such as dry needling. Dry needling is a pain management and physical ... [Read More]
Different Types of Dry Needling Techniques
Dry needling is a slightly invasive therapy that was originally inspired by acupuncture, and it is a very popular pain-relief treatment provided by trained physical therapists. It involves gently inserting hair-thin needles into the skin for the purposes of relieving tension and pain. The needle is called “dry” because it is not an injection-based type of needle. There are actually several different types of dry needling techniques, and your physical therapist will recommend and administer ... [Read More]
Dry Needling Vs Acupuncture
Dry needling and acupuncture are two therapeutic approaches that involve inserting very thin needles into the skin in certain areas of the body. Although the two approaches may seem similar to one another, they are in fact very different. Understanding the differences between the two can help you decide which type of treatment is best for your needs. Dry Needling Dry needling is a safe, effective, therapeutic treatment method to manage neuromusculoskeletal pain (nerves, muscles, soft tissue, ... [Read More]
