What is Dry Needling?
Dry needling is a therapeutic technique that involves the use of small, thin needles to stimulate underlying myofascial trigger points, as well as muscular and connective tissues.The process entails inserting a needle into the damaged tissue, which can lead to a contraction of the muscle. This contraction then stimulates a release, contributing to a reduction of pain, improvements in flexibility, and a restoration of normalized movement, especially when combined with corrective exercises.
The Power of Dry Needling Physical Therapy
At Therapy Partners of North Texas, our skilled physical therapists are proficient in the application of dry needling. Unlike acupuncture, dry needling focuses on relieving muscle tension and promoting recovery, making it a highly effective treatment for various musculoskeletal conditions.
Our skilled therapists carefully identify areas of discomfort during a dry needling treatment session and utilize sterilized needles to target these points.
This therapeutic approach provides relief for a multitude of conditions
- Muscle tension relief
- Recovery promotion
- Musculoskeletal conditions
- Muscular pain
- Tendon inflammation
- Nerve-related issues
Unlocking the Benefits of Dry Needling
Dry needling offers an effective way to relieve pain and improve muscle function by stimulating underlying trigger points, also known as trigger point dry needling, thereby promoting a healing response. The process can reduce pain, enhance blood flow, and release muscle tension.
Whether it’s dry needling for back pain or dry needling for tennis elbow, this treatment provides immediate relief from tight muscles and muscle spasms, improves range of motion and flexibility, thereby enhancing the patient’s ability to move freely. Its effectiveness enhances other physical therapy techniques by releasing trigger points and relaxing muscles, leading to improved outcomes from exercises and manual therapy.
Our team of experienced physical therapists at Therapy Partners are trained in dry needling techniques and will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that targets your unique needs and goals
Muscle tension release
Decrease muscle spasm
Improve range of motion and flexibility
Release trigger points
Pain reduction
Enhanced blood circulation
Our approach complements other physical therapy modalities, improving exercise and manual therapy outcomes.
Treating Common Diagnoses with Dry Needling
Dry needling is a proven method of treating a wide variety of common diagnoses. By addressing specific trigger points within the muscles, it provides relief from muscular pain and alleviates symptoms linked to various conditions.
Whether due to overuse, injury, or poor posture, muscular pain can significantly hinder daily activities. Dry needling directly addresses these muscle-related concerns by targeting trigger points, hyperirritable spots within a muscle causing pain, stiffness, and restricted range of motion.
- • Overuse Injuries
- • Poor Posture
- • Back Pain
- • Neck Pain
- • Headaches (Tension or Migraines)
- • Plantar Fasciitis
- • Tendonitis
- • Arthritis
- • Nerve Pain
- • Jaw and Mouth Problems – Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorder
- • Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
- • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Benefits of Dry Needling
Dry needling stimulates the release of endorphins, natural pain-relieving chemicals produced by the body, providing immediate relief from acute or chronic pain conditions, such as muscle strains, tendonitis, or myofascial pain syndrome. In addition, it plays a significant role in rehabilitation by addressing trigger points and muscle imbalances, aiding in the restoration of normal movement patterns and improved muscle function.
While dry needling can offer substantial benefits, it may not be suitable for everyone. Our physical therapists will evaluate your individual condition and medical history to determine if dry needling, or physiotherapy needling, is a fitting treatment option for you.
- Endorphin release for natural pain management
- Rehabilitation support by addressing muscle imbalances
- Improved muscle function and movement patterns
Our therapists will assess if dry needling is the right choice for you, considering your health history and individual needs.
