Dry Needling is a therapeutic technique in which a trained healthcare provider inserts thin, filiform needles into muscle trigger points, tendons, ligaments, or near nerves to relieve pain and improve movement. Unlike acupuncture, which is based on traditional Chinese medicine, dry needling is rooted in modern Western medicine and focuses on treating musculoskeletal issues. It helps release muscle tension, reduce inflammation, and promote healing by stimulating the body's natural pain-relief mechanisms.
Dry needling is commonly used to treat a variety of musculoskeletal conditions including:
Muscle pain and trigger points
Chronic pain conditions
Joint pain
Neck and back pain
Tendonitis and overuse injuries (e.g., tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, rotator cuff injuries)
Headaches and migraines
Post surgical or post injury rehabilitation (to reduce muscle tightness and improve mobility)
Nerve-related pain (e.g., radiculopathy, carpal tunnel syndrome)