Dry Needling Services

Dry needling can be a powerful tool in sports chiropractic therapy.  It is used to help patients who have pain and difficulty moving because of intense training, overuse, or injury rehabilitation. 

Dry needling is a technique that uses small needles, like those used in acupuncture, to target specific trigger points in the body. It helps release knots in the soft tissue that can form due to injury or stress and also relaxes muscle tension. This can relieve pain and improve mobility in the affected area.

Unlike "wet" needles that are hollowed out to hold liquid medication, dry needling does not involve injecting any substance into the body. The tiny needles themselves do the work of releasing constrictions and stimulating neural, muscular, and connective tissues. 

Dry needling can help with pain, swelling, and mobility in the early stages of an injury. It can also be used for chronic pain. Athletes who have had previous injuries or experience tightness often find that dry needling before intense training or competition can improve their performance.

After getting injured, dry needling can significantly improve the results of athletic rehabilitation by promoting improved movement, increased flexibility, and greater strength and power. 

The effects of this treatment can be felt in multiple body systems, including the biomechanical, endocrine, neurological, and vascular systems. Dry needling can improve body function and encourage blood circulation, blood oxygen production, and nerve communication. One of the notable benefits of this product is its ability to effectively reduce anxiety.

At DTX Sports Medicine, we use dry needling along with other treatments like myofascial release massage, cupping, electrical stimulation, and therapeutic exercises to help with injury rehabilitation. Dry needling can aid in faster healing and getting back to activity when combined with sports chiropractic therapies.