DRY NEEDLING
APPROACH
This use of a thin needle can resolve myofascial trigger points that can induce pain and reduce range of motion. It can promote healthy blood flow and enhance muscle activation. This is considered another catalyst in providing optimal movement patterns to achieve your goals.
According to Knah et al. (2024), “When comparing the effects of spinal manipulation alone to those of spinal manipulation combined with dry needling, the latter showed significantly greater benefits.”
Khan, Kashmala et al. “Comparison of the effects of dry needling and spinal manipulative therapy versus spinal manipulative therapy alone on functional disability and endurance in patients with nonspecific chronic low back pain: An experimental study.” Medicine vol. 103,38 (2024): e39734. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000039734
For those with chronic muscle pain, looking to relax trigger points and facilitate muscle tension.