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Dry Needling

DRY NEEDLING COMING TO ST.CROIX IN JUNE 2022

Dry needling is a treatment performed by skilled, trained physical therapists, certified in the procedure. A thin monofilament needle penetrates the skin and treats underlying muscular trigger points for the management of neuromusculoskeletal pain and movement impairments. It’s important to note dry needling is not the same as acupuncture. It uses similar tools, but that’s where the similarities end. Dry needling is performed by different practitioners with different training. Acupuncture is based on Eastern medicine, while dry needling is rooted in Western medicine and evaluation of pain patterns, posture, movement impairments, function, and orthopedic tests. You may have heard of this treatment and wondered what exactly it is or if it’s something that may be right for you. While the name of the procedure may sound intimidating, dry needling is safe, minimally discomforting, effective technique for patients with certain musculoskeletal presentations.

Dry needling treats muscle tissue, and its goal is to reduce pain, inactivate trigger points and restore function. It rarely is a standalone procedure. Rather, it often is part of a broader physical therapy approach incorporating other traditional physical therapy interventions into treatment. Dry needling can be used for a wide variety of musculoskeletal issues, such as shoulder, neck, heel, hip, and back pain. While research indicates dry needling is a safe and effective approach for treating and managing pain.

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