Dry Needling

Dry Needling at Alliance Orthopedics

Dry needling is a modern therapeutic technique used to target muscular pain and tension. Unlike traditional acupuncture, which originated in ancient China, dry needling focuses specifically on releasing myofascial trigger points, commonly known as muscle knots, to alleviate pain and improve range of motion.

How Dry Needling Works

In dry needling, a thin, sterile needle is inserted into trigger points within a muscle, tendon, or tissue. This process stimulates the muscle’s response, which helps release tension, improve blood flow, and encourage the body’s natural healing mechanisms. The targeted release of muscle knots can alleviate chronic pain, reduce inflammation, and restore function.

Who Can Benefit from Dry Needling?

Alliance Orthopedics recommends dry needling for patients experiencing:

Chronic muscle tightness and pain
Joint pain related to muscle strain
Tension headaches and migraines
Neck and back pain
Sports injuries
Recovery from surgery
Tendonitis, bursitis, and other soft tissue conditions

The Dry Needling Process

Our licensed practitioners begin each treatment with a thorough assessment of the patient’s medical history, symptoms, and treatment goals. During a session, patients may experience slight pressure or a tingling sensation as the needles are inserted. Most sessions take less than 30 minutes and are followed by gentle stretching or other therapeutic exercises to maximize results. For optimal outcomes, we often combine dry needling with physical therapy, massage, or cupping therapy.

At Alliance Orthopedics, our goal is to provide personalized, effective treatment to help our patients live pain-free and active lives.