INTRO

Dry Needling involves the insertion of a thin filament needle to stimulate the healing process of soft tissues (muscle “trigger points”, fascia, tendons and ligaments, etc.). Dry Needling can be used in chronic and acute injuries. The result of dry needling is pain relief and restoration of healthy physiology.

WHAT IS A TRIGGER POINT?

A “trigger point” is a hyperirritable point in a muscle that is associated with a hypersensitive palpable nodule, or “knot.” This area becomes painful at the site and can also “radiate” in predictable patterns.

DOES IT HURT?

A healthy muscle feels very little discomfort with insertion of this needle. However if the muscle is sensitive and shortened or has active trigger points within it, the subject will feel a sensation like a muscle cramp (the “twitch” response) or a diffuse ache. Your therapist is trained in varying administration of the needle to adapt to your tissue response and pain threshold.