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Traditional Chinese Medicine vs Dry Needling
What is dry needling?
Dry Needling Technique
Dry needling is a therapeutic technique used by trained healthcare professionals to treat muscle pain and dysfunction. Dry needling involves inserting thin, sterile needles into trigger points—tight knots in muscles—to relieve tension, reduce pain, and improve movement.
Unlike acupuncture, which is rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, dry needling is based on Western anatomical and neurophysiological principles. Dry needling is often used to help with conditions like neck pain, shoulder pain, lower back issues, and sports injuries. Most patients experience minimal discomfort and may notice improvements after just a few sessions.
The benefits of dry needling:
Dry needling offers several therapeutic benefits for patients dealing with musculoskeletal pain and movement issues. Some of the key benefits include:
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Pain Relief: Helps reduce acute and chronic muscle pain by targeting trigger points.
Improved Mobility: Releases muscle tightness, allowing for greater range of motion and flexibility.
Enhanced Muscle Function: Restores normal muscle activation and coordination.Faster
Recovery: Speeds up healing from sports injuries or post-surgical rehab.Reduced Muscle
Tension: Alleviates knots and spasms, leading to overall muscle relaxation.