Dry Needling Hematite, MO

Dry Needling Greater Hematite, MO. It’s hard to describe how upsetting it can be when pain and lack of mobility in our bodies is preventing us from engaging in the the things we love doing, or even make basic movements like picking something up off the ground challenging or even impossible. At Axes Physical Therapy in Hematite, MO, we are constantly looking for new and treatments that have been demonstrated through research to help Hematite, MO residents get back to their active lifestyle, or just finally live pain free again. Dry needling has proven to be an invaluable tool for many of our patients that relieves pain, releases tension, and restores mobility. All of our treatment plans are personalized for each client, their ailment, and the activity level they’re striving to get back to. Contact Axes Physical Therapy in Hematite, MO online or reach out to the location most convenient for you and we will shepherd you toward results and a positive outcome you may have never thought possible. While it may be difficult to believe now, with our personalized care you will be sprinting down the court, riding your bike, or just painlessly going through daily life in no time.

What is Dry Needling? | Hematite, MO Physical Therapy

Dry needling, also called trigger point dry needling, uses thin filiform needles to pierce the skin and underlying muscles and connective tissue in order to reduce chronic pain, improve range of motion and return you to the physical lifestyle your used to. Physical therapists often use it as part of a broader treatment plan along with posture correction, manual therapy, massages, and more. Dry needling should only ever be done by medical professionals in Hematite, MO, such as the qualified and knowledgeable physical therapists at Axes.

Dry needling is often used to treat myofascial pain. The root myo refers to your muscles, while fascia refers to the connective tissue between the muscles. Myofascial pain is referred to as a chronic pain condition that can affect people for months or even years. We’ve found that dry needling is an easy and economical pain reliever for Hematite, MO residents who are burdened with the increasing price of prescription meds or have not seen their symptoms improve with other treatments.

We’ve also found trigger point dry needling to be effective for Hematite, MO residents with:

Soft tissue injuries
Back pain
Neck pain
Knee injuries and other joint conditions
Chronic migraines and headaches
Arthritis
Rotator cuff tears
Certain sports injuries
Various spinal issues
Various hand injuries like carpal tunnel
Phantom pain
Sciatica

If you’ve been disheartened by ineffective treatments in the past and are wondering if you’ll ever get back to the lifestyle and routine you love and had grown accustomed to, schedule a free screening for your injury or chronic pain with one of our expert physical and occupational therapists to discover if dry needling can be implemented into a comprehensive and proven treatment regiment with Axes.

How Does Dry Needling Work? | Hematite, MO Physical Therapy

With dry needling, we treat patients by attacking trigger points in the body that are causing pain and lack of mobility. The trigger point can either affect a localized area or affect an entire region of your body. Trigger points are sections of inflamed over-stretched or strained muscles or tissue that inhibit the flow of blood to that muscle. That makes recovery more difficult. By gently stabbing or tearing damaged muscles or tissue, your Axes physical therapist in Hematite, MO helps stimulate an intuitive response in your nervous system; the micro-tears tell the body to start the healing process and return blood flow, oxygen, and critical nutrients into the area. Also, the needles will prompt a “twitch” response by initiating a nerve pathway that can change the biochemical makeup of the trigger point. That causes the brain to release endorphins, which naturally reduces pain and even improves happiness.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Trigger Point Dry Needling in Hematite, MO

Does Dry Needling Hurt?

The needles that physical therapists use in dry needling are eight times thinner than needles used for injections, so many of our Hematite, MO patients don’t even feel them at first. some patients report light irritation from the twitch response, but it is incredibly brief and indicates that your body is initiating the desired response. Some patients report some soreness in the area for 24 to 48 hours, but after that, you should start noticing improvements in pain and mobility, if you haven’t already.

Is Dry Needling Safe?

When it’s done by professional physical therapists, there is absolutely no risk. All of our physical and occupational therapists in Hematite, MO are skilled professionals with a deep grasp of the nervous and musculoskeletal systems and safe practices.

Is Dry Needling Really Effective?

Absolutely, especially when it is part of a larger, comprehensive treatment plan. At Axes, our Hematite, MO physical therapists only use techniques and practices that we know are effective because of our experience and extensive medical and academic studies. Studies show that trigger point dry needling effectively reduces pain and improves function.

How Long Do The Needles Stay in For? How Deep They Go?

That depends on you, how severe the pain is, lack of movement, and the affected tissue. Some piercings will not go very deep and the needles will be consistently moved and changed out. In other cases, the needles will remain for a few minutes and go to the core of the muscle, as often dry needling is the only way to access tissue deep within the muscles. All Axes physical therapy plans are unique, just like our patients.

How Many Sessions Will I Need?

Again, that depends on you. Some patients see significant improvement after one session, while others need five or six sessions to get the full benefit. We’ll personalize your experience to you to get you the best outcome possible and effectively get you back to the activities that matter most to you.

How Quickly Does Dry Needling Work?

Some Hematite, MO patients can feel improvements right away, while others have to wait a day or two after their first appointment.

Are Dry Needling and Acupuncture the Same?

Only in that they use similar needles. Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medical technique, practiced for thousands of years, that seeks to align a person’s “chi,” or vital life force. Dry needling is based on Western medicine and has only reached widespread appeal in the last several decades.

Will My Insurance Cover Dry Needling?

Insurance plans all vary, so we can’t know until we look at your personal plan. At Axes, we believe everyone deserves the professional, personalized, and proven treatment plans they need to improve their quality of life and get back to the active lifestyle they’re accustomed to. We are more than happy to go over your insurance plan and determine if physical therapy is included in your coverage.

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Trigger Point Dry Needling in Hematite, MO | Axes Physical Therapy

Many of our patients come to us as their last resort because, after all sorts of medication and other treatments, they still just can’t find relief. At Axes, our licensed and knowledgeable physical and occupational in Hematite, MO work with you as a team to devise a tailored treatment plan with a proven track record of success. We’ve dedicated our practice to getting the best results for our clients and getting you back to the activities you love most, whether that running a fast break, taking a morning job, or bending down and picking up your grandkids without feeling any pain. Get in touch with a professional Hematite, MO physical therapist online or call the location closest to you.