Dry Needling
Dry needling is a service provided by certified physical therapists that use a very thin needle that is inserted into the tender spot of a muscle to “trigger” a contract/relax response. This in turn helps to draw oxygenated blood to the painful area to release muscle tension and promote healing.
When muscles become overburdened, they can develop painful knots, called trigger points. Trigger points can be a source of longstanding pain that limits muscle function.
Common diagnoses that may benefit from dry needling:
- Back, neck and sciatic pain
- Shoulder and elbow pain
- Hip pain
- Headaches
- Foot and ankle pain
Why Choose Dry Needling?
See what our clinicians are saying about the benefits of dry needling:
“Utilizing dry needling has allowed me to get my patients out of pain more quickly.”
“I have been told by my patients that the addition of dry needling made the biggest difference in their pain relief.”
“Many patients notice significant relief within 1-2 dry needling sessions.”
“I have found dry needling significantly improves patients’ pain quickly, and at times more effectively, as it has the ability to reach deeper muscles that may be the culprits for chronic pain.”
To learn more about the benefits of dry needling and if it can help you, please contact your nearest MVPT location. Please be advised that dry needling is not offered in New York state, but is available in Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please be advised that dry needling is not offered in New York state, but is available in Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.
To learn more about the benefits of dry needling and if it can help you, please contact your nearest MVPT location.