What Is Dry Needling Exactly?

Dry needling is one of many treatments used at La Ruffa Chiropractic & Sports Rehab in Jupiter, FL. It's an effective way to treat many types of pain, including lower back pain, neck and shoulder pain, and chronic headaches. Read on to learn more about dry needling and the benefits it offers.

What Is Dry Needling and How Does It Work?

Dry needling is a therapeutic technique that involves using thin needles to stimulate muscles. This can ease pain and relax the muscles in a targeted area. It's an effective way to ease painful symptoms and restore range of motion.

Pain is often referred from other areas of the body. Dry needling targets and deactivates these trigger points. It can reduce the presence of chemicals in the body that causes pain improving the function of the nervous system.

In addition, inserting a thin needle into a muscle can cause the muscle to release a compound called adenosine. This can treat tense muscles and tendons and help the body relax. The treatment can also increase blood flow in the area of treatment, which can improve the body's ability to repair tissue damage.

Is Dry Needling Painful?

Even though dry needling involves needles, it isn't always a painful process. In fact, because the needles are so thin, you may not even feel them as they are inserted into the skin. However, some people may experience some pain after the needle comes into contact with the trigger point. The discomfort that this causes can vary based on your personal pain tolerance. It may feel like a dull ache or like your muscles are cramping. Furthermore, some people report temporary muscle soreness after treatment.

Request an Appointment with Our Chiropractor in Jupiter, FL

If you're interested in dry needling and would like to learn more, reach out to La Ruffa Chiropractic & Sports Rehab to make an appointment. We typically often dry needling with other treatments to provide more effective relief. It's a great way to treat stiff, sore muscles as well as chronic pain. Call our team today at (561) 745-1002 or reach us through our website by using our online contact form.