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Dry Needing in Marietta, GA

Welcome to FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Center - Marietta, your premier provider of dry-needling physical therapy in Marietta, GA. If you're dealing with chronic muscle pain or tightness that just won't go away, dry needling may be the solution you've been searching for.

Does Dry Needling Can Help?

Dry needling physical therapy in Marietta, GA, is an extremely versatile treatment and can provide targeted relief for muscle tightness and pain across the entire body. Here are some of the most common conditions we treat with dry needling:

  • Neck, back, and shoulder pain
  • Headaches and migraines
  • Jaw tightness or TMJ dysfunction
  • Elbow, wrist, or hand pain (tennis/golfer’s elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome)
  • Hip and leg tightness (sciatica, hamstrings, quadriceps, piriformis)
  • Knee pain
  • Heel pain and plantar fasciitis
  • Shin splints
  • Muscle strains and sprains
  • Post-surgical scar tissue
  • Sports injuries

Why Choose Dry Needling at FYZICAL Marietta?

At FYZICAL Marietta, our highly experienced physical therapists use dry needling as part of a comprehensive treatment plan tailored specifically for you. Here are some key reasons to choose us for your dry-needling therapy:

  • Targeted treatment: We thoroughly evaluate your condition to identify the exact locations of trigger points causing your pain. Dry needling is then targeted specifically at those spots for effective relief.
  • Integrated therapy: Dry needling is just one tool we use. We integrate it with other hands-on manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and lifestyle advice for complete recovery.
  • Experienced experts: Our physical therapists complete advanced training to become certified in dry needling. You can trust our expertise for safe, effective treatment.
  • Proven results: Dry needling works quickly to improve range of motion and function while decreasing pain. You'll start feeling results after just the first few sessions.
  • Personalized care: Your treatment plan is tailored just for you. We listen carefully and adjust our approach to your unique situation and goals.

What to Expect?

A typical physical therapy dry needling in Marietta, GA session takes about 10-20 minutes:

  • Evaluation - We thoroughly assess your condition and identify trigger points causing your issues.
  • Needle insertion - Using disposable needles, we insert them into the trigger points. This should reproduce your pain and referred symptoms.
  • Treatment - The needles are manipulated to elicit a local twitch response in the muscle fibers. This helps release built-up tension.
  • Results - Most patients experience some relief immediately. Further relief and improvement is felt over the first few days.
  • Follow up - We tailor a treatment plan just for you, which may include dry needling, massage, stretching, therapeutic exercises, and lifestyle advice. Follow up appointments, monitor progress, and make adjustments as needed.

Experience Lasting Relief

If you're dealing with ongoing muscle tightness and pain, dry needling could be the solution. Don't reach for a temporary fix - get to the root cause with this targeted therapy. We pinpoint and relieve trigger points for lasting relief and improved function.

Contact us today to see how dry needling can help you feel better and get back to the activities you love. Call FYZICAL Marietta or book an appointment online now and experience the difference in pain relief.

FAQs

What is dry needling physical therapy?

Dry needling physical therapy is a technique where thin filament needles are inserted into trigger points in muscles to relieve pain and dysfunction. The needles target knots of tight muscle fibers, called trigger points, that cause referred pain when pressed. 

What are the disadvantages of dry needling?

While generally safe when performed by a trained physical therapist, there are some potential disadvantages of dry needling to be aware of. The most common is mild soreness for a day or two after treatment.

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