Dry Needling for PT? Dry needling or trigger point treatment is a technique used by physical therapists to treat muscle pain and stiffness. The practice of dry needling originated in the early 20th century in Europe and Asia, where it was used by acupuncturists to treat a variety of conditions. In recent years, dry needling […]
Dry NeedlingDry needling for Sciatica. Is it worth trying? Sciatica can present in differing severity and intensity but is classified as nerve pain from any sort of injury, irritation, or pressure on the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is on average 2cm in diameter at its thickest portion (wow, huh?). It runs along the posterior hip/buttock […]
Dry NeedlingWhile stress has many negative effects on the body, one painful result includes trigger points. These trigger points, or tight spots in the muscle, can contribute to limitations in motion and strength.
Chronic Pain, Dry Needling, Injury Prevention
