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Dry Needling

What does Dry Needling do to the muscles?

Dry needling is a technique used to treat muscle pain and stiffness. During the dry needling procedure, a thin needle is inserted through the skin and into trigger points or knots in the muscle.
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The needle stimulates the trigger point, which can cause a twitch response in the muscle. This twitch response can help to release tension and tightness in the muscle and improve blood flow to the area. The needle may also help activate the body's natural healing response, leading to reduced inflammation and improved tissue healing.
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Dry needling can help to relieve pain and improve the range of motion in muscles affected by injury or chronic conditions such as chronic pain or myofascial pain syndrome. However, it is important to note that dry needling should only be performed by a trained healthcare professional.

What are the health benefits?

Dry needling has several potential benefits for individuals experiencing muscle pain and stiffness. These benefits may include:

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  1. Pain relief: By targeting trigger points in the muscles, dry needling can help to relieve pain and discomfort. The twitch response elicited by the needle insertion can help to release tension and reduce muscle tightness, leading to pain relief.

  2. Improved range of motion: Dry needling may help to improve joint mobility and range of motion by reducing muscle tightness and improving muscle function.

  3. Faster recovery: By promoting improved blood circulation and tissue healing, dry needling may help to speed up the recovery process following an injury or muscle strain.

  4. Fewer side effects: Dry needling is a minimally invasive procedure that typically has fewer side effects than other pain management techniques, such as medication or surgery. It May leave you feeling a bit discomfort after the treatment for a few hours, and after that will feel the tension has been alleviated.

 

Overall, dry needling can be an effective treatment option for individuals experiencing muscle pain and stiffness, especially when used in conjunction with other forms of physical therapy.

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