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Wondering what is dry needling or worried about the procedure, pain it would cause and if its right for you?
Dry needling is a commonly offered therapy for people with muscle, ligament or tendon pain. It is a technique grounded in Western medicine and neuroanatomy used by healthcare professionals, such as physical therapists, chiropractors, and acupuncturists.
Dry needling can be used to treat various musculoskeletal conditions, such as chronic pain, trigger points, tension headaches, myofascial pain syndrome, and sports injuries. It is often used in conjunction with other therapies, such as manual therapy, exercise, and rehabilitation.
The goal of dry needling is to stimulate the trigger points, which are often tight knots or bands within the muscle, to elicit a twitch response. This twitch response helps to relax the muscle, improve blood flow, and release tension. By targeting these trigger points, dry needling aims to alleviate pain, improve range of motion, and restore proper muscle function. It involves a thin filiform needle that penetrates the skin and stimulates underlying myofascial trigger points and muscular and connective tissues. The needle allow us to target tissues that are not manually palpable.
Dry needling involves inserting thin, solid needles into specific points in the body, known as trigger points or myofascial trigger points. The needles used in dry needling are typically very thin and do not inject any fluid into the body. They are inserted directly into the muscle or soft tissue at the trigger points.
Dry needling is always performed by trained and licensed healthcare professionals who have received appropriate skill and experience.
Dry Needling Procedure
We at Cura, take appropriate care when dry needling
- Procedure conduced by only authorised technicians
- Patient is explained about the treatment method and what to expect during the treatment
- A dry needling consent form is taken
- Only sterile needles are used
- The area of treatment is sterilized and the trigger point release is performed
- The used needles are disposed off in a medical sharps collector
- Post treatment do's and don'ts instructions is shared
- Follow up as prescribed
Dry Needling Benefits
Dry needling is used with the goal of releasing or inactivating trigger points to relieve pain or improve range of motion. It’s potential benefits are as follows.
- Pain relief: Dry needling can help reduce pain by targeting trigger points and releasing tension in muscles. The stimulation of these points can disrupt pain signals, leading to temporary or long-term pain relief.
- Improved muscle function: By targeting trigger points, dry needling can relax tight muscles and restore their normal function. This can improve muscle coordination, flexibility, and range of motion.
- Enhanced injury recovery: Dry needling is often used as part of a comprehensive treatment plan for sports injuries and other musculoskeletal conditions. By addressing muscle dysfunction and promoting healing, it can contribute to faster recovery and rehabilitation.
- Reduction of muscle spasms: Muscle spasms can be painful and limit movement. Dry needling can help relax overactive muscles and reduce spasms, providing relief and restoring normal muscle function.
- Complementary treatment: Dry needling can be used alongside other therapies such as manual therapy, exercise, and rehabilitation programs. It can enhance the effectiveness of these treatments and provide a holistic approach to addressing musculoskeletal issues.
- Individual responses to dry needling may vary, and the benefits experienced can depend on factors such as the specific condition being treated, the skill of the practitioner, and the overall treatment plan.
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