Dry Needling Physical Therapy Services at HomeTown Physical Therapy
in Stephenville and Hico, TX.
Dry needling is a procedure in which a PT inserts fine, solid needles, called filiform, into a “trigger point,” an area where a muscle is hardened, or “knotted”.
Dry needling can be used to provide treatment for a number of ailments, including:
- Spinal Issues
- Cramps
- Whiplash
- Migraines and Tension Headaches
- Tendinitis
- Joint Pain
- And More
Functional dry needling, or FDN, is frequently used alongside other PT treatments to get the best results.
Benefits of Dry Needling
- Reduces Pain - Improves muscle flexibility, which in turn can remove pressure from joints and help to alleviate joint pain.
- Improves Range of Motion (ROM) and Flexibility - Deactivates trigger points, releasing muscle tightness.
- Improves Muscle Activation and Recruitment - Improves joint mechanics to generate movement or maintain stability as the nervous system signals muscles to coordinate movements.
- Stimulates Healing - Activates a natural inflammatory response, stimulating protein and collagen production in muscles.
- Improves Circulation - Deactivates trigger points (muscle knots) that limit blood flow and oxygen delivery to muscles.
Many patients find immediate relief from dry needling, even from pain that has not responded to other treatments.
Request a free 15-minute phone or in-person consultation with a physical therapist at HomeTown Physical Therapy in Stephenville.
