While dry needling may be lesser-known compared to its traditional Chinese counterpart (acupuncture), the treatment modality is now gaining traction for its successful outcomes for people suffering from musculoskeletal pain. If you’ve decided that you’re done taking pain medications and you’re now in search of a safe, natural alternative, dry needling could be worth a try. Below, we’ve provided some information as to what you can expect from the procedure to help you make a well-informed ... [Read More]
Acupuncture
Benefits of Acupuncture for Low Back Pain
The most common type of chronic pain is low back pain caused by muscle, ligament, nerve, and spine injuries. Many therapists believe that one of the best forms of treatment for low back pain is acupuncture. Acupuncture has been an integral part of traditional Chinese medicine, and it is believed to date back to at least 100 B.C. This treatment uses hair-thin needles inserted into specific points in the body in order to balance the patient’s internal “energy,” also called Chi or Qi in ... [Read More]