DRY NEEDLING CHIROPRACTOR IN CARROLLTON, TX
Dry needling is an advanced technique we use to treat soft tissue injuries to reduce pain and increase circulation. The needle can be "pistoned" or "fanned" in the area within the muscle tissue where myofascial trigger points are often targeted to get immediate results. Electrical stimulation units can also be connected to the needles if left in the muscle tissue to decrease pain and elicit muscle contractions.
What is the difference between Dry Needling and Acupuncture?
Dry needling and acupuncture have overlap. Acupuncture is a profession that follows traditional Eastern medicine theory and sciences with needle techniques for soft tissue responses, energy responses, a psychological and reflex responses. Whereas dry needling is a technique that acupuncturists technically can perform for specific soft tissue and neurological responses in the area.
Chiropractic Care & Dry Needling
In the realm of chiropractic care, dry needling can be employed to target and release myofascial trigger points, helping to alleviate musculoskeletal pain and improve function.
What Conditions Can Dry Needling be Used to Treat?
The technique can be particularly effective for conditions like:
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Chronic pain
Watch This to Learn More About Dry Needling
This is an in-depth explanation of Dry Needling as a form of soft tissue treatment that we perform at Elevation Spine and Sports Medicine. We will walk you through some of the science that we focus on in the office and provide a demonstration of the treatment techniques we utilize with Dry Needling as well!