Dry Needling involves the insertion of a needle into a trigger point of muscle. This techique eases pain, improves flexibility and increases range of motion. While the name of the procedure may sound intimidating, dry needling is safe, minimally discomforting and often a very effective technique.
Dry Needling is a form of treatment that is often used to treat a wide variety of musculoskeletal issues, such as shoulder, neck, heel, hip and back pain. Clinical research shows that dry needling is a safe and effective approach for treating and managing pain. A trigger point is an area of tightness in a muscle that is tender when pressure is put on it. A thin monofilament needle penetrates the skin and treats underlying muscular trigger points, this can decrease banding or tightness, increase blood flow, and reduce pain.