Dry needling is a technique physical therapists use to treat myofascial pain. The technique uses a “dry” needle, one without medication or injection, inserted through the skin into areas of the muscle, known as trigger points.
Dry needling is not acupuncture. Dry Needling treats soft tissue areas known as trigger points.
A trigger point is a taut band of skeletal muscle located within a larger muscle group. Trigger points can be tender to the touch, and touching a trigger point may cause pain to other parts of the body.
Dry needling involves a thin filiform needle that penetrates the skin and stimulates underlying myofascial trigger points and muscular and connective tissues. The needle allows a physical therapist to target tissues that are not manually palpable.
Physical therapists use dry needling with the goal of releasing or inactivating trigger points to relieve pain or improve range of motion..
Symptoms Dry Needling can address:
Post traumatic injuries, MVA’s, work related injuries
Athletic overuse injuries
Acute and Chronis tendonitis
Chronic pain conditions
Headaches and whiplash
Lower back pain
Frozen Shoulder
Tennis Elbow
Muscle Spasms
Fibromyalgia
Sciatic Pain
Hip Pain
Repetitive Strain Injuries
TMJ dysfunction
Plantar fasciitis
Post surgical pain
Hear from some of our patients who we treated for Dry Needling
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I highly recommend this PT center!! All of the staff is warm, helpful, and supportive (front staff, PTs and PTAs). After months of chronic pain and no formal diagnosis, I went to rehab and utilized... ”
“ I highly recommend this PT center!! All of the staff is warm, helpful, and supportive (front staff, PTs and PTAs). After months of chronic pain and no formal diagnosis, I went to rehab and utilized dry needling. Linda Anit is an incredibly warm and helpful PT who was able to help me regain functionality as a mom of two young children and one who is medically dependent. She concluded I had a significant abdominal muscle strain and I am so grateful for Linda's dedication to my case. She was willing to try new things to help me regain strength and functionality. After 3 months of PT, I am virtually pain free and can fully take care of my children without hesitation. I am so grateful for Proactive PT! ”
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Katie, Linda, and their entire team at ProActive PT in The Woodlands are very professional and really care about their patients. You are seen promptly, and they take the time to make sure all of your... ”
“ Katie, Linda, and their entire team at ProActive PT in The Woodlands are very professional and really care about their patients. You are seen promptly, and they take the time to make sure all of your questions are answered. My comprehensive care plan was thoroughly outlined to me when I was being seen for my C-section rehabilitation. I gained back strength and mobility, and they were able to take off so much of the swelling and edema. They are utilizing a broad spectrum of techniques including electrotherapy, ultrasound, cupping, dry needling, manual stim, and more. I'm back to my routine at the gym, and feeling even better and stronger than before my pregnancy. Thank you ProActive Team! You're the best! ”
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For over a year I've had an ongoing problem with a torn hamstring that prevented my running. I tried everything doctors advised me to do; even went to hospital and had a high hamstring injection to no... ”
“ For over a year I've had an ongoing problem with a torn hamstring that prevented my running. I tried everything doctors advised me to do; even went to hospital and had a high hamstring injection to no avail. Finally was prescribed physical therapy at Proactive and it was the most beneficial of all things I had tried! It took 2 rounds of PT. Then I began the dry needling and did the PT at home. Along with the needling I also used my masseuse to massage just the hamstring area twice a week for half an hour. I have followed the running plan given to me and am up to 3 miles! These guys are the best you'll find from office staff to PT specialists! ”
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I've been working with Amy H, she has been great, she offers dry Needling and trigger point therapies that have helped me heal and return to running. The team is excellent and very personable.... ”
“ I've been working with Amy H, she has been great, she offers dry Needling and trigger point therapies that have helped me heal and return to running. The team is excellent and very personable. Definitely recommend proactive physical therapy ”
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I have been to several physical therapy centers, but proactive has the perfect staff those who go over and above the call of duty. They all have one goal meeting my health needs. Lisa pushes me and I... ”
“ I have been to several physical therapy centers, but proactive has the perfect staff those who go over and above the call of duty. They all have one goal meeting my health needs. Lisa pushes me and I appreciate her very much! ”
Typically, it takes several visits for a positive reaction to take place. We are looking for a cumulative response to achieve a certain threshold after which the pain cycle is disturbed
Treatment packages for Dry Needling Only Patients:
Initial Evaluation, Treatment: $100.00 Each additional dry needling session: $70.00
Physical Therapy plus Dry Needling: (Requires a prescription from your physician for physical therapy with a diagnosis)
Dry needling is a technique physical therapists use to treat myofascial pain. The technique uses a “dry” needle, one without medication or injection, inserted through the skin into areas of the muscle, known as trigger points.
