Dry Needling

Dry needling (DN) uses a thin, sterile monofilament needle — similar to an acupuncture needle — inserted directly into tight, painful, or restricted soft tissue. The goal is simple: release the trigger point, calm an irritated nerve, and get the tissue moving and functioning normally again.

Despite the similarity in needles, dry needling isn't acupuncture. It's not based on traditional Chinese medicine — it's grounded in Western neurology and physiology, targeting the specific muscle or nerve pathway causing your symptoms.

In practice, dry needling is one of the fastest ways to reduce pain, improve range of motion, and restore normal movement — especially for stubborn trigger points that haven't responded to other treatment. Dr. Trista is a Certified Integrative Dry Needling Therapist and frequently incorporates DN into treatment plans when it's the quickest path to real relief.  Discover the full benefits of dry needling here. 

Not sure if dry needling or Graston Technique is the right fit for you? Read: Dry Needling vs. Graston Technique — What's the Difference?