Dry needling is a modern, science-based treatment used to release tight muscles and reduce pain caused by trigger points, also known as muscle knots. Unlike acupuncture, which is rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, dry needling focuses directly on musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction.
When thin, sterile needles are inserted into specific trigger points, they stimulate a “twitch” response from the muscle, which breaks the pain cycle and restores normal function. This twitch response increases blood flow, reduces inflammation, and helps muscles relax.
Patients with chronic neck or back pain, shoulder stiffness, migraines, or sports injuries often benefit significantly from dry needling. It’s also highly effective for treating conditions like sciatica, plantar fasciitis, and tennis elbow.
The procedure is quick and typically causes minimal discomfort—most people report only a mild ache or muscle soreness afterward, similar to post-exercise fatigue.
What makes dry needling especially powerful is how it complements other therapies like chiropractic care, physical therapy, and exercise. It accelerates recovery, restores range of motion, and allows patients to return to daily life more comfortably and quickly.
In just a few sessions, many patients experience measurable improvements in mobility, pain levels, and muscle performance.