Dry Needling
What is Dry Needling?
A needle is inserted into a trigger point (a taut band in a muscle, which is actually a localized contracture: sustained contraction). A trigger point can be tender to touch and has been known to cause referred pain. For example: a muscle in the back of the shoulder can refer pain to the front of the shoulder and down to the outside of the lower arm and into the hand. Treating this muscle can decrease local pain, referred pain, and improve muscle contraction, leading to improved range of motion and function.
Dr. Max is trained by one of the world-renowned dry needling experts, Dr. David Fishkin!
What should you expect?
When the needle enters a trigger point one may feel slight pain as the taut band is worked. Also, a spasm of the muscle is expected and is a sign of effective treatment. Dr. Max will then move onto the next trigger point. Expect soreness in the area of the needling for 24-48 hours. There may also be some redness and possibly slight bruising. Contraindications (reasons to not perform dry needling): 1st trimester pregnancy, implants in area of needling (breast, calf, etc…)
