What Is Dry Needling?
Dry Needling is a therapeutic technique that uses thin, sterile, single-use needles to target areas of muscle tightness known as trigger points. These trigger points can disrupt normal muscle function, restrict movement, and contribute to pain patterns throughout the body.
Unlike acupuncture, which is rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, Dry Needling is based on modern anatomy and neuro-musculoskeletal science. The goal is to release muscle tension, improve communication between muscles and nerves, and restore normal movement patterns.
How Dry Needling Works
When the needle is inserted into a tight or dysfunctional muscle, it helps stimulate a natural relaxation response. This may:
- Reduce muscle guarding and spasms
- Improve blood flow and oxygen delivery
- Support neuromuscular reset
- Enhance range of motion
Dry Needling sessions are typically brief and highly targeted, making them a powerful complement to chiropractic adjustments and other manual therapies.
Dry Needling May Help With:
- Muscle tightness and trigger points
- Neck, shoulder, and back pain
- Sports and activity-related injuries
- Sciatica and nerve-related tension
- Headaches and jaw tension
- Limited mobility or flexibility
- Chronic muscular discomfort
Each treatment is personalized based on your condition, goals, and response to care.
What to Expect During a Session
You’ll be comfortably positioned while the practitioner identifies specific muscles to treat. Most patients experience minimal discomfort, and many report a sense of relief or improved movement shortly after treatment. Some mild soreness may occur temporarily and typically resolves within a day.
An Integrated Approach to Healing
At CTC Integrated Healthcare, Dry Needling is often combined with chiropractic care, corrective exercises, cupping, massage therapy, and other holistic treatments. This integrative approach allows us to address both the structural and soft tissue components of pain and dysfunction for more complete, lasting results.
Is Dry Needling Right for You?
Dry Needling may be a helpful option if you’re dealing with persistent muscle tension, movement limitations, or pain that hasn’t fully responded to other treatments. Our practitioners will evaluate your needs and determine if Dry Needling fits into your personalized care plan.
Schedule Your Dry Needling Session
Dry Needling Therapy is available at CTC Integrated Healthcare.
Contact us today to learn more or book your appointment at one of our three locations.
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Dry Needling Therapy
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