Updated September 13, 2026. After dry needling, follow the instructions given for your assessment and treatment area. Avoid treating a general online list as permission to resume every activity or as a rule that everyone must rest for the same…
Updated September 13, 2026. Yes. Nerve injury is a possible complication of dry needling. It should not be described as impossible, harmless, or guaranteed to resolve within a few days. A published BMJ case report of radial nerve injury describes…
Updated September 13, 2026. There is no guaranteed duration of relief after dry needling, and a series of sessions cannot promise permanent pain relief. The response should be assessed in the context of your diagnosis, daily function, and overall treatment…
Updated September 13, 2026. Dry needling can be uncomfortable or painful, and there is no single pain level everyone should expect. Do not assume it will feel the same as another person's treatment. Discuss your concerns before starting so you…
Dry needling is a technique to quickly relieve muscle or joint pain/tightness by eliminating myofascial trigger points (AKA "knots").
It is estimated that 60-80 percent of American adults will suffer from neck or back pain during their lifetime. There is a good chance that you will experience back pain sometime in your life since it is one of the…
Back pain sometimes makes it hard to tell whether it is caused by your muscles or your spine. Finding out what's causing your pain is critical to determining the right course of treatment. Research and clinical trials have found that…