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Dry Needling

Dry Needling is a technique used to treat trigger point pain and myofascial pain.

Initial consultation required.

Why Use Dry Needling

Dry needling is a technique used to treat trigger point pain and myofascial pain. Other terms commonly used to describe dry needling, include Acupuncture, trigger point dry needling, and intramuscular manual therapy.

What to Expect with Dry Needling

Quick & Painless

The procedure is quick and painless, you're in and out of the office in 30 minutes.

Number of Procedures

The number of procedures you will need will vary based on your pain, injury, amount of time you've had it, etc.

Accurate Evaluation

Once you are evaluated, we will determine based upon your clinical presentation a treatment plan and adjust as needed during the course of your care.

Process

The dry needling process is repeated 2-3 time a week until maximum improvement is seen. Then a maintenance regimen is often prescribed to prevent recurrence. Maintenance may be as little as 1-2 times per month.

Absence of Symptoms

Dry Needling can and often results in a complete absence of symptoms, even in severe pain conditions that have been present for years.

Paired with Acupuncture

Dry Needling Therapy is most effective when paired with Acupuncture Therapy simultaneously.

Conditions We Treat With Dry Needling

BACK & NECK PAIN

Degenerated / Dehydrated Discs
Stenosis
Facet Arthrosis
SI Syndrome
Sciatica

SHOULDER PAIN

Rotator Cuff
Labrum
Tennis / Golfers Elbow

HEADACHES

Migraine & Tension Type

MORE CONDITIONS

Hip and Gluteal Pain
Knee Pain
Achilles Tendonitis/Tendonosis
Plantar Fasciitis
Sciatica
Muscular Strains/Ligament Sprains
Chronic Pain
Whiplash
TMJ
Athletic Performance

Frequently asked questions

GET IN TOUCH

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38-01 23rd Ave, Unit 100

Astoria, NY 11105

917-868-2480

info@fhacupuncture.org

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