What is dry needling?
Dry needling is an advanced therapeutic technique used to treat a variety of musculoskeletal conditions. It involves inserting thin, solid needles into the skin or muscle tissue, in order to create a healing response. This response can help improve circulation and reduce pain, while providing relief from muscular tightness, spasms, and headaches. Dry needling can also be used to target trigger points to produce positive changes in the body.
In addition, it can help with improving the range of motion in the affected area and reducing recovery time for those suffering from chronic pain. This treatment is safe, effective, and minimally invasive, and is an excellent option to consider when looking for alternative treatments for musculoskeletal issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dry needling helps reduce muscle tightness, relieve pain, improve mobility, and restore proper muscle function. It is especially effective for chronic muscle tension, sports injuries, and conditions involving restricted movement or muscle overuse.
Most patients feel little to no pain during dry needling. You may experience a brief muscle twitch or mild soreness afterward, similar to post-workout soreness. This typically resolves within 24–48 hours and is a normal part of the healing process.
No. While both use thin needles, dry needling is based on modern Western medicine and focuses on treating muscle dysfunction and trigger points. Acupuncture is rooted in traditional Chinese medicine and targets energy pathways called meridians.
Dry needling is commonly used for neck pain, shoulder pain, back pain, elbow pain, hand pain, and mobility issues. It’s also effective for sports injuries and chronic muscle stiffness that hasn’t responded to other treatments.
The number of sessions depends on your condition, severity, and overall treatment plan. Some patients notice improvement after just one session, while others benefit from multiple visits combined with physical therapy exercises.
Conditions We Treat with Dry Needling
Dry needling is an effective treatment for a wide range of muscle and nerve-related conditions, including:
- Neck pain and tight neck muscles
- Shoulder pain and rotator cuff irritation
- Back pain and back stiffness
- Elbow pain, including tennis elbow
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Hand pain and forearm tension
- Mobility issues and restricted movement
- Sports injuries and overuse injuries
- Chronic muscle knots and trigger points
Each dry needling treatment is customized to your specific symptoms and functional goals.
Areas We Serve
We proudly provide dry needling services to patients in Summerland Key and surrounding communities, including:
- Summerland Key
- Key West
- Big Pine Key
- Ramrod Key
- Cudjoe Key
- Lower Florida Keys
If you live in or near Summerland Key and are dealing with pain, stiffness, or limited mobility, our dry needling therapy can help you move and feel better.
