Dry Needling
Chronic pain, muscle tightness, taut bands and nodules, and acute and chronic pain shouldn’t be considered a normal part of your life. PMP Pain Center offers dry needling to relieve these symptoms and help you live your best life.
Targeting Myofascial Trigger Points to Promote Natural Healing with Dry Needling
Trigger points are tight, knotted areas that can cause pain and restrict movement. Dry needling, also called intramuscular manual therapy, stimulates the body’s natural healing properties by releasing these knotted muscle fibers and reducing inflammation. This process made this technique an excellent physical therapy modality that addresses various conditions.
What Is Dry Needling?
Dry needling is a therapeutic technique used to relieve muscle pain and tension. It involves inserting very thin, solid needles into specific areas of the muscle called trigger points. Unlike acupuncture, which is based on traditional Chinese medicine, this technique focuses on treating musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction.
At PMP Pain Center, our licensed physical therapists use this technique to help you feel better and move more freely. It’s a safe, effective, and minimally invasive treatment that can release tension in the muscles, improve blood flow, and stimulate the body’s natural healing process.
Common Conditions Treated with Dry Needling
Dry needling is often confused with acupuncture, and while they both use tiny needles, they are completely different. Instead of following traditional Chinese medicine, this technique is based on modern Western medical principles. The goal of this technique is to release muscle tension and reduce pain by targeting trigger points.
It is commonly used to treat a variety of conditions, including:
- Shoulder pain
- Neck pain
- Low back pain
- Tendinopathy
- Tendonitis
- Osteoarthritis
- Repetitive motion disorders
- Tension-type headaches
- Spinal problems
- Pelvic pain
- And more!
What to Expect During Dry Needling at PMP Pain Center
Many patients get terrified by the thought of having needles inserted into their skin. However, we want to assure you that this procedure is virtually painless. We pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality of patient care possible while giving the most comfortable treatments. To give you an idea, here’s what to expect:
1. Consultation
When you visit us for a consultation, our licensed physical therapist will listen to your concerns and perform a thorough assessment to come up with the right treatment plan for your condition.
2. Dry Needling Session
Your PT will locate trigger points using their hands (palpation). Then, they’ll insert thin sterile needles into the trigger points. You should only feel a slight prick or even no sensation during the process.
3. Trigger Point Release
Once the needle is in place, your physical therapist may move it slightly to stimulate the muscle. This may cause a twitch or slight muscle spasm, which is a good sign that the muscle is releasing tension.
4. Post-Treatment
After the session, the needles will be removed, and you may feel some mild soreness or tightness in the treated area. This is normal and expected and typically goes away within 24 to 48 hours.
Ease Muscle and Tension Pain the Natural Way. Book Your Dry Needling Today!
We know that this treatment isn’t always the first choice that comes to many people’s minds when it comes to pain and tension relief. But we’re here to change that perspective, if you would let us. This technique is a safe and effective treatment option that can provide relief from a variety of muscle and tension-related conditions. We look forward to seeing you in one of our branches soon.
Benefits of Dry Needling
This technique has been used by many physical therapists and physiotherapists to address different pain problems and musculoskeletal conditions. Over the years, it has been proven to be effective in improving the quality of life of many individuals who suffer from chronic pain, injuries, and more.
Here are the benefits of dry needling:
- Improved blood circulation
- Faster healing and recovery
- Pain and tension relief
- Minimized swelling
- Improved chronic pain condition
- Enhanced range of motion
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Find the Nearest PMP Pain Center Clinic in Your Area
With a growing network of branches across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, there’s a PMP Pain Center near you. Just use our branch locator to find the one closest to your area and book an appointment today. Our goal is to provide accessible, quality care to help you manage pain and regain your quality of life. We’re here to help you feel better, whenever you need us.
Frequently Asked Questions
We have gathered some of the most common questions from our patients to help you understand this treatment better. In case you don’t find the answer you’re looking for, you can directly reach out to us and we’ll be happy to answer the questions you may have in mind.
There’s no one-size-fits-all plan at PMP Pain Center. Our PT will need to perform an assessment first before determining the number of sessions needed as it is based on your condition and goals.
No, it isn’t painful, and you shouldn’t feel extreme pain. Some patients may feel a little discomfort during the treatment, but it varies from person to person.
A typical session usually takes around 20-30 minutes, depending on the areas needing treatment.
Yes, it is completely safe when performed by a licensed physical therapist. Our clinic uses sterile microneedles for each treatment to ensure your safety.
It may be covered depending on your HMO provider and your specific concerns. Please reach out to us with all these details so we can help you determine if your plan covers the treatment.
Don’t Let Pain and Discomfort Affect Your Daily Routine. Our Licensed Physical Therapists Are Here to Help.
Your health and overall wellness are always at the top of our priorities. There’s one thing we can promise you when you visit any of our branches — you will receive the best possible care from our compassionate team. Being in pain or having mobility issues is never easy, but you are not alone. PMP Pain Center is ready for you whenever you are. To get started, book an appointment today.