Dry Needling

We are trained in functional dry needling (FDN) techniques to treat pain and movement impairments. It is called “dry” needling as the needle uses no medication. Functional dry needling is a therapeutic treatment procedure that utilizes thin, solid filament needles to deactivate and desensitize trigger points in muscles.This is an evidence based technique that helps reduce muscle tension and decrease dysfunction of motor end plates. 

We use functional dry needling to decrease pain, but also for neuro re-education. By performing strengthening or mobility exercises following this technique we are able to help patients progress towards reaching their goals. 

Functional dry needling can be done in any muscle in the body. If you have tight shoulders, or feel tension on your shoulders this can be a great technique to try for your upper trapezius muscle. It has also been found helpful in relieving headaches and migraines, when needling suboccipital muscles and even the temporalis muscle.