Dry Needling is an effective treatment for muscular pain and trigger points. Our Lewistown, MT chiropractor places skinny acupuncture needles into the muscle to release the muscular tension or trigger point. The needles are placed into the muscle creating a muscle twitch or contraction. The muscle twitch releases the trigger point allowing the muscle to relax, restoring the muscle function and decreasing pain.

WHAT CONDITIONS ARE IMPROVED WITH DRY NEEDLING?

Dry Needling can treat the following conditions:

• Neck Pain

• Shoulder Pain

• Trigger Points or "knots."

• Tight Hamstrings

• Hip Pain

• Lower Back Pain

• Tendonitis

• Elbow Pain

• Calf Pain

• Achilles Tendonitis

• Plantar Fasciitis

BENEFITS OF DRY NEEDLING

Dry Needling is a very effective treatment for acute and chronic muscular pain. The benefits of Dry Needling include decreased pain, increased mobility, and increased strength. Typically, positive results are apparent within 2-4 treatment sessions but can vary depending on the cause and duration of the symptoms and the patient's overall health. Another benefit of dry Needling is that we can reset the muscle with less pain and respond quickly to treatment.

IS DRY NEEDLING DIFFERENT FROM ACUPUNCTURE? 

Dry Needling and Acupuncture are entirely different treatments. The only similarity between the two techniques is the equipment we use – acupuncture needles. Dry Needling specifically treats muscular pain and trigger points. At the same time, Acupuncture is a complete healing system that focuses on balancing a patient's energy or Qi.

If you want Dry Needling, call our office at 406-538-7431 or give us a shout on our Lewistown, MT, chiropractor direct contact page.