Dry Needling

Overview

Dry Needling is an advanced and effective treatment technique used to target trigger points and muscle knots to alleviate pain and promote muscle relaxation. Dry Needling can provide relief from both chronic and acute conditions such as back pain, tendinitis, and muscle strains. Dry needling is a minimally invasive approach that not only helps to reduce discomfort but also enhances overall function and mobility, enabling you to return to your daily activities with ease and confidence.

Common Conditions Treated:

• Muscle pain and tension
• Trigger points
• Chronic pain
• Tendinitis
• Athletic injuries
• Back and neck pain

Your Visit Includes:

• A comprehensive evaluation of movement patterns, posture, and muscle function
• An identification of specific areas of pain, tension, or dysfunction
• Application of dry needling by a certified therapist to targeted trigger points or muscle knots
• Customized exercise routines focusing on strengthening, flexibility, and functional movement

Our Approach:

Our unique approach to movement analysis allows us to successfully treat complex impairments and issues previously resistant to treatment. Our therapists will prescribe an individualized therapeutic exercise program to address the factors contributing to your symptoms and optimize your movement. During each appointment, your clinician will work closely with you to implement the most effective treatment plan.

Every WashU Medicine physical therapist in our practice holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree, and many have board-specialist certifications in specific areas of practice. Our clinicians are trusted experts in evaluating and treating movement impairments commonly associated with injuries.

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