DRY NEEDLING

It feels different for everyone. Some people describe a small pinch, others a twitch or cramp that comes and goes fast. Many compare the soreness to what happens when you work out too hard, that heavy feeling in the muscle the next day. It usually fades in a day or two. The relief that follows is what most people notice more.

Yes, it is considered safe when performed by a trained therapist. At our clinic, only licensed professionals do the treatment, and sterile single-use needles are always used. We also go over your medical history first. Some people may not be good candidates, such as those who are pregnant or taking certain medications.

Athletes often push their muscles harder than most, and those muscles sometimes stay locked up. Runners deal with calves that never feel loose. Swimmers and weightlifters complain about shoulders that stay stiff. Dry needling targets those trigger points directly, so the muscle finally gives in.

Some patients walk out of their first session feeling lighter and moving easier. Others notice a change after the second or third time. It depends on the condition. Chronic pain usually takes more time. New injuries often respond quicker.

The therapist places the needles, checks your response, and may add in stretches or simple exercises. That combination helps lock in the results instead of relying only on the needle itself.