Dry Needling
Aside from assisting in the repair of injured areas, dry needling also reduces swelling and inflammation in order to restore normalized function. Given the multifactorial benefits of dry needling, it is a widely used technique for acute or chronic injuries. Below is a list of common symptoms we treat with dry needling:
- Joint & spine pain
-Orthopedic sports injuries
-Tendonitis
-Muscle tightness & spasms
-Overuse injuries
-Post exercise or training soreness
applications
Dry needling involves the use of a solid, filamentous needle being inserted into areas of the body based off pain, dysfunction, trigger points, and other findings in movement/orthopedic screening.
This intervention treats pain and dysfunction from a myofascial and chemical standpoint by directly addressing restricted or injured tissues and muscles. There is also an additional influence on the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems interrupting the pain cycle of the body in a desirable fashion.
Often times, patients will see immediate benefits in pain relief, range of motion, or mobility following dry needling. It is important to administer dry needling treatments with a traditional exercise plan to maximize the long-term effects and benefits.
Overview
Dry needling is a treatment performed by highly skilled physical therapists. This health care provider must be properly trained and certified by an accredited instructor/company in order to safely and legally provide this service to patients.
training
Some patients may experience post-needling soreness or fatigue following the intervention however these side effects are typical and usually subside within 24-48 hours. Education on post-needling care includes: maintaining comfortable range of motion, ensuring adequate hydration, and avoiding anti-inflammatories or ice in order to maximize the benefits and clear toxins from the treated areas that may contribute to soreness.