Pain Management

Dry Needling

Dry Needling


Fyzical Dry Needling Physical Therapy in Naperville, IL

Dry needling, also known as trigger point dry needling and intramuscular stimulation, is a scientifically recognized technique used to treat skeletal muscle and connective tissue dysfunction, alleviate pain, and improve or regulate structural or functional issues. The American Physical Therapy Association defines it as an effective method to address these concerns.

Healthcare practitioners such as physical therapists, physicians, and chiropractors commonly use dry needling. This procedure involves the use of solid filiform needles or hollow-core hypodermic needles to alleviate muscle pain, including myofascial pain syndrome. It primarily targets myofascial trigger points but can also address connective tissue, neural, and muscular issues.

At FYZICAL Naperville, IL, we offer dry needling as part of a comprehensive treatment plan that may include manual therapy, heat therapy, and other modalities. Our dry needling treatment helps increase the range of motion, often restricted due to scar tissue or muscle tightness.

Dry Needling Physical Therapy Conditions and Symptoms We Treat

At FYZICAL, we provide personalized dry needling treatment for various conditions, including:
  • Tendinitis
  • Phantom pain
  • Post-herpetic neuralgia
  • Jaw and mouth problems
  • Whiplash
  • Posterior tibial tendonitis
  • Night cramps
  • Disk problems
  • Hip labral tear
  • Knee pain and joint issues
  • Pelvic pain
  • Frozen shoulders
  • Repetitive motion disorders
  • Spinal problems
  • Sciatica
  • TMJ
  • Migraine and tension-type headaches
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Benefits of Our Dry Needling Treatment in Naperville, IL

Dry needling offers numerous benefits. When performed by FYZICAL’s experienced professionals, it can:
  • Relax muscles
  • Increase blood flow
  • Reduce inflammation
  • Stimulate a healing response

Potential Side Effects of Dry Needling

While dry needling is generally safe, some side effects may occur, varying from patient to patient. These can include:
  • Bruising
  • Bleeding at the needle insertion point
    Increase blood flow
  • Soreness during or after treatment
    Reduce inflammation
  • Fatigue
  • Fainting
  • Rare cases of major organ puncture

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FAQs:

What is dry needling?
Dry needling is a therapeutic technique performed by trained physical therapists. It involves inserting small, sterile filament needles into the skin and muscle directly at a myofascial trigger point, generating a twitch response that helps release muscle tension and pain.

Why do physical therapists use dry needling?
Dry needling helps increase the range of motion that could be restricted due to muscle tightness or scar tissue.

How can I recover faster, and how many sessions of dry needling are needed?
Typically, two to three sessions are required to optimize dry needling's effects and alleviate pain. In some cases, up to six sessions might be needed. Treatment frequency can be once or twice a week based on your condition.

Is dry needling painful?
No, the actual needle insertion isn’t painful due to the thinness of the needles. However, some muscles might twitch upon needle insertion, causing temporary soreness.