Dry Needling/Acupuncture

Dry needling is a clinically supported technique used to treat musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction by targeting myofascial trigger points. It involves inserting thin, sterile needles into tight muscle bands to reduce pain, improve mobility, and promote tissue healing. Unlike acupuncture, which is based on traditional Chinese medicine, dry needling is rooted in modern musculoskeletal and neurological research.

How Does Dry Needling Work?

Research suggests that dry needling helps by:
- Reducing Pain – Studies indicate that dry needling can decrease pain by modulating the nervous system and altering pain perception (Dommerholt et al., 2018).
- Improving Muscle Function – By disrupting trigger points, dry needling can restore normal muscle activation and reduce tightness (Kietrys et al., 2013).
- Enhancing Blood Flow & Healing – The mechanical stimulation from the needles increases circulation and reduces local inflammation (Shah et al., 2015).

Dry Needling in Chiropractic Care

At Epoch Health, our evidence-based chiropractors integrate dry needling with manual therapy techniques such as joint adjustments, soft tissue therapy, and rehabilitation exercises. Combining these approaches has been shown to improve pain relief, mobility, and functional recovery more effectively than needling or manual therapy alone (Gattie et al., 2021).

Who Can Benefit?

Dry needling is commonly used to treat:
- Back & Neck Pain
- Headaches & Migraines
- Sports Injuries
- Tendonitis & Muscle Strains
- Chronic Myofascial Pain Syndrome

If you’re experiencing muscle tightness, restricted movement, or persistent pain, book an appointment at Epoch Health to see how dry needling and chiropractic care can help you recover faster and move better.