Dry Needling
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Dry Needling is similar to acupuncture. Specially trained and certified Physical Therapists use extremely thin filaments, inserting them into the skin to treat pain and dysfunction.
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The filaments are thinner than fishing line, allowing easy insertion ( sometimes not even detected ).
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​This is quite different than injection needles that are larger, hollow, and used to insert liquid into the body.
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Dry Needling is different from acupuncture in that it is only used for the musculoskeletal system.(Acupuncture can be used to address organ issues, etc.)
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Dry needling is more science-based, according to neuroanatomy and trigger points.
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Benefits
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A one-inch filament "talks" to 3,000 nerve fibers, bringing homeostasis to an area.
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If an area is tight/cramped, it will release tension. If an area is flaccid ( like facial palsy or a stroke) it helps stimulate the area.
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​Treats
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Headaches / Migraines
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Back Pain / Sciatica
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Sports Injuries
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Plantar Fasciitis
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Spine / Disc Issues
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Neck Pain
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Lack of functional muscle return after surgery
What does a session look like?
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Comfortably positioned in a chair or on a table, the area to be treated is prepped with red light.
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Some people describe the feeling as a pinch of skin; some people don't feel it at all.
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Filaments are left in for 8-15 minutes, then removed
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Topical CBD can be applied
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Some results are immediate; some note more relief the second day.
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We recommend icing at home
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If you can pluck your eyebrows, you can handle dry needling.
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