Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists

What is Dry Needling?
What is Dry Needle Therapy?

Dry Needling, or Dry Needle Therapy is a highly effective treatment method for pain relief and improved mobility for your orthopedic rehabilitation treatments. Our skilled physical therapy doctors utilize thin needles to target trigger points in the muscles, releasing tension and promoting the healing process. Our dry-needle therapy services are designed to address various conditions, including chronic pain, headaches, and sports injuries. With personalized treatment plans, you can expect to experience quick and efficient results. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing the highest quality care to help you feel your best.

Physical Therapy With Dry Needling

We employ dry needling therapy as a means to relieve pain and enhance range of motion. It is particularly beneficial for addressing chronic pain, headaches, myofascial pain, as well as pain caused by injuries or overuse. The treatment can also aid in faster healing of surgical scars and improve the overall functionality of the affected area.

What Are the Benefits of Dry Needling?

Dry needling offers several benefits when incorporated into physical therapy. This technique helps to loosen tight muscles, alleviate muscle spasms, and increase range of motion, resulting in reduced pain, improved functionality, and faster healing. Additionally, dry needling can assist in preventing future injuries by addressing underlying issues related to muscle movement and function. It is a non-invasive, safe, and effective choice for many individuals, complementing other types of physical therapy treatments.

Is Dry Needling Safe?

Our ORS physical therapists adhere to strict safety protocols when performing dry needling. They wear gloves and appropriate personal protective equipment in line with Standard Precautions, Guide to Infection Prevention for Outpatient Settings, and OSHA standards. The sterile needles are disposed of in a medical sharps collector.

Does Dry Needling Work?

Dry needling has shown significant success as part of a comprehensive treatment plan. Its purpose is to release or inactivate trigger points, thereby relieving pain or improving range of motion.

What Does Dry Needling Help?

Dry needling is beneficial for the following:

Controlling pain

Reducing muscle tension

Normalizing dysfunctions of the motor end plates, which are the sites where nerve impulses are transmitted to muscles

Speeding up the return to active rehabilitation

Our ORS physical therapists possess comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and treatments. Those who perform dry needling have undergone specific postgraduate education and training. Feel free to inquire about their experience and education in dry needling.

CONTACT ORS

Call ORS: 877-202-2175
Fax: 517-990-6221

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