Why Use
Dry Needling
Dry needling is a technique used to treat trigger point pain and myofascial pain. Other terms commonly used to describe dry needling, include Acupuncture, trigger point dry needling, and intramuscular manual therapy.
Initial Consultation Required
An initial consultation with Dr. Aylee is required to find out if you are a candidate for Dry Needling. If you are determined to be a candidate, we can perform your first procedure the same day.
What To Expect With
Dry Needling
Quick & Painless
The procedure is quick and painless, you're in and out of the office in 30 minutes.
Number Of Procedures
The number of procedures you will need will vary based on your pain, injury, amount of time you've had it, etc.
Accurate Evaluation
Once you are evaluated, the doctor will determine based upon your clinical presentation a treatment plan and adjust as needed during the course of your care.
Process
The dry needling process is repeated 2-4 time a week until maximum improvement is seen.
Effective When Paired With Acupuncture
Dry Needling Therapy is most effective when paired with Acupuncture Therapy simultaneously.
Absence Of Symptoms
Dry Needling can and often results in a complete absence of symptoms, even in severe pain conditions that have been present for years.
Conditions That We Treat
With Dry Needling
Back & Neck Pain
Including Degenerated / Dehydrated Discs
Stenosis
Facet Arthrosis
SI Syndrome
Sciatica
Shoulder Pain
Rotator Cuff
Labrum
Tennis / Golfers Elbow
Headaches
Migraine
Tension Type
Stress Caused
More Conditions
Hip and Gluteal Pain
Knee Pain
Achilles Tendonitis
Plantar Fasciitis
Sciatica
Muscular Strains/Ligament Sprains
Chronic Pain
Whiplash
TMJ
Athletic Performance
Common Questions Regarding Dry Needling
Am I A Candidate For Dry Needling?
Patients suffering from any kind of pain, stiffness, soreness, limited ROM, tight muscles, or to prevent injury are considered as candidates for Dry Needling Therapy.
I've had surgery, can I still get Dry Needling Therapy?
Yes! Dry Needling is used post operatively everyday across the world. It actually helps you to heal faster. Studies show acupuncture and dry needling can speed up healing by 5 times.
Is Dry Needling Covered By Insurance?
Insurance companies only like to cover treatments that don’t actually fix the problem, so Dry Needling is not covered by any insurance. The good news is, that you are the one in charge of what procedures you get, not an insurance company.
While Dry Needling is one of our offerings, in our clinic Dr. Aylee Thierfelder, LAc. will meet with you and evaluate your specific needs to determine if you are a candidate for our services. Then, if you are a good candidate for our clinic, she will formulate a treatment plan tailored specifically to you. The majority of the time, her treatment plans draw from all of our services to give you the best comprehensive care and get you the results you desire in the most expeditious method.