Persistent muscle tension, restricted mobility, or lingering pain from past injuries can make even simple daily activities uncomfortable. At Webb Physical Therapy Specialists, we offer dry needling as part of an orthopedic physical therapy program to address neuromuscular dysfunction and movement-related pain when other approaches have not fully resolved symptoms.
Dry needling is a targeted, evidence-based technique used to reduce muscle trigger points, normalize muscle tone, and support improved movement.
Dry needling is a skilled physical therapy intervention that uses thin, solid monofilament needles to treat muscle trigger points and abnormal neuromuscular activity. Unlike injections, no medication is used. The goal is to restore normal muscle function and reduce pain by addressing the underlying mechanical and neurological contributors to dysfunction. Dry needling is most effective when integrated with manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and movement retraining.
At Webb Physical Therapy Specialists, dry needling is used selectively—based on evaluation findings—not as a standalone treatment. When appropriate, it can help:
Our goal is to address the root contributors to pain and movement limitation rather than providing temporary symptom relief.
Dry needling physical therapy may benefit individuals experiencing:
Each dry needling session is tailored to your specific condition, symptoms, and tolerance. Your physical therapist determines:
Treatment is performed in a controlled, clinical environment and progressed based on your response and overall rehabilitation goals.
Deactivating muscle trigger points can reduce localized and referred pain patterns.
Reducing muscle tension and restriction supports improved joint mobility and movement quality.
Dry needling can help normalize muscle activation, reducing compensatory movement patterns.
When combined with corrective exercise, dry needling helps reinforce efficient, pain-free movement during daily activities.
Dry needling at Webb Physical Therapy Specialists is delivered by licensed physical therapists as part of a comprehensive orthopedic and manual therapy–based physical therapy program. Treatment decisions are always guided by thorough assessment and patient goals.
Is dry needling the same as acupuncture?
No. Dry needling is based on anatomy and neuromuscular science rather than traditional acupuncture principles.
Does dry needling hurt?
Some patients feel brief discomfort or muscle twitching. Sensations typically resolve quickly.
How many sessions are needed?
The number of sessions depends on your condition and response to treatment.
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