Dry needling is a type of manual therapy performed by licensed physical therapists to provide relief to patients experiencing acute or chronic pain. By inserting a “dry” needle into specific areas of the muscle, physical therapists can target certain tissues they cannot reach with their hands. Dry needling is often part of a larger treatment plan to help patients who are not seeing results with other forms of less-aggressive physical therapy.
Dry needling works by inserting a solid, thin filament needle into the skin and muscle to encourage healing. This type of therapy tells the muscle to return to its normal “resting” position and helps the body produce anti-inflammatory substances that reduce pain and promote the healing process.
Dry needling improves movement and decreases overall pain. It offers many benefits, the most prominent being quick relief for patients in chronic pain. Other benefits include decreased muscle tightness and increased blood flow. Dry needling can be used to treat a variety of conditions.
Patients may benefit from dry needling if they have one of the following conditions, either after an injury, surgical procedure or other event:
If you are experiencing chronic pain and are interested in starting physical therapy, contact Hattiesburg Clinic. Our licensed physical therapists specialize in a variety of physical therapy techniques to help patients improve movement and reduce pain.
Hattiesburg Clinic provides quality care to help alleviate pain and other symptoms. Our providers consider current symptoms, medical history and physical health when developing custom treatment plans. Please make a note that you are interested in dry needling at your initial appointment. To begin treatment, you will need a physician’s referral. Contact our team with any questions or to get started.