What is Dry Needling?

Dry needling is a skilled intervention that uses thin needles to penetrate the skin and stimulate underlying myofascial trigger points, muscular, and connective tissues for the management of neuromusculoskeletal pain and movement impairments. Dry needling (DN) is a technique used to treat dysfunctions in skeletal muscle, fascia, and connective tissue, and, diminish persistent peripheral nociceptive input, and reduce or restore impairments of body structure and function leading to improved activity and participation.

What types of things can be treated?

Trigger points/tender knots

Headaches

Scars - Old and New

Tennis Elbow

Shoulder and Back Pain

Hand Pain

And much more

Though Dry Needling can be completed independently, it is recommended to complete PT or OT in conjunction for best lasting results.