Dry needling is a modern therapeutic technique used to relieve muscle and fascia tension, promote soft tissue healing, and reduce pain. It involves inserting fine, sterile needles into specific trigger points, tight muscle bands, or areas of fascial adhesion. Unlike acupuncture, which is rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, dry needling is based on Western medical principles and focuses on musculoskeletal conditions.
By targeting these areas, dry needling helps release muscle tension, improve blood flow, enhance tissue fluid circulation, support healing of soft tissues, break down fascial adhesions and deep surgical scarring, reduce pain, and restore normal movement. It is particularly effective for chronic muscle pain, soft tissue injuries, deep and chronic surgical adhesions, and other musculoskeletal problems.
Dry needling is often combined with physiotherapy treatments such as manual therapy, exercise, and taping, providing a comprehensive approach to long-term recovery.