Oct 22, 2023
Dry needling relieves pain, stiffness, and other symptoms by inserting fine needles into the skin and muscles. The purpose of dry needling is to release trigger points, areas of muscle tension that cause discomfort when touched. Trigger points are knotted muscles that...
Oct 21, 2023
Sciatica is a type of back or leg pain caused by pressure on the sciatic nerve. This may occur from injury, herniated discs, or other causes. Physical therapists frequently employ dry needling to reduce pain and increase mobility for their patients with sciatica. It...
Oct 20, 2023
Dry needling is a physical therapy technique that uses fine filament/acupuncture needles to target muscle knots, also known as trigger points. These knots can cause pain and stiffness in muscles. Trigger-point dry needling can help relieve pain and enhance muscle...
Oct 19, 2023
Dry needling is a pain-relieving technique that helps reduce muscle stiffness and tension. Additionally, it may increase joint range of motion and correct movement dysfunction. A therapist inserts thin, sterile microfilament needles into myofascial trigger points that...
Oct 18, 2023
Dry needling is a noninvasive therapy used by physical therapists to alleviate pain and restore muscle function. It involves needles puncturing tightened muscle groups known as trigger points to stimulate them and break up any knotted trigger points. Physical...
Oct 17, 2023
Dry needling is a treatment that uses a fine needle to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and promote healing in the body. Physical therapists, chiropractors, and licensed acupuncturists often employ it. When a trigger point relaxes, it immediately reduces pain and...
