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.
