Dry Needling

Service Description

Myofascial Trigger Point Dry Needling Dry needling is the insertion of sterile single use acupuncture needles directly into myofascial (muscular) trigger points. Trigger points are tight, tender knots within the muscle which cause and contribute to pain within the body. They usually appear as tender nodules in a taut band in the muscle. They may consist of multiple contraction knots which are thought to be due to an excessive release of acetylcholine from select end plates, and are generated by overuse, overstretching, or overloading of a muscle. Research studies have shown that inserting such needles into trigger points causes favourable biochemical changes within the body, which help reduce pain. Although dry needling uses the same needles as acupuncture, it is not the same technique. Dry needling is strictly based upon Western medicine principles of treating myofascial trigger points, which are different to traditional acupuncture points. Dry needling can be used to treat a variety of musculoskeletal problems as the treatment of muscles with this technique can reduce pain mechanisms and break down pain cycles. It is best used in combination with the specific rehabilitation programme as prescribed by your therapist. Musculoskeletal conditions include; Repetitive stress injuries, tendinopathies/tendonitis, muscle strains. Back, neck and head pain. Sciatica Plantar fasciitis. Rotator cuff impingement Iliotibial band syndrome Sacroiliac joint dysfunction Patellofemoral joint dysfunction. Golf and Tennis elbow and many more. Contact me at Freeman Neuromuscular Therapy to find out more.