Dry Needling
Dry needling is a technique used to treat trigger points and myofascial pain. Dry needling is labeled by several common terms which include acupuncture, intramuscular manual therapy, and trigger point dry needling. Dr. Mann has extensive training in both dry needling and orthopedic acupuncture.
Initial Consultation
An initial consultation with Dr. Mann is required to find out if dry needling is right for you. If it is determined that you are a good candidate for dry needling, 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, Dr. Mann will determine a treatment plan based upon your clinical presentation and adjust as needed during the course of your care.
Process
The Dry Needling process is repeated 2-4 times a week until maximum improvement is seen. Then a maintenance regimen is often prescribed to prevent recurrence. Maintenance may be as little as 1-2 times per month.
Absence Of Symptoms
Dry Needling can and often does result in a complete absence of symptoms, even in severe pain conditions that have been present for years.
Effective When Paired With Acupuncture
Dry Needling Therapy is most effective when paired with Acupuncture Therapy simultaneously.
Conditions That We Treat
With Dry Needling
Back & Neck Pain
Sciatica
SI Syndrome
Stenosis
Facet Syndrome
Arms & Legs
Rotator Cuff Injury
Frozen Shoulder
Labrum Tears
Golfers/Tennis Elbow
Hip Pain
Knee Pain
Plantar Fasciitis
More
Migraine
Tension Headaches
Chronic Pain
Whiplash
TMJ
Athletic Performance
Sprains & Strains
Common Questions Regarding Dry Needling
Am I A Candidate For Dry Needling?
Patients suffering from any kind of pain, stiffness, soreness, limited range of motion, 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 often tend to cover treatments that don’t actually fix the problem. Because of this, we are out of network for all insurance. The good news is that you are the one in charge of which procedures you get, not an insurance company. Dry Needling treatments are very affordable.
Evaluation
While Dry Needling is one of our offerings, in our clinic Dr. Mann will meet with you and evaluate your specific needs to determine which services might be appropriate for you. If it is determined that you are a good candidate for our clinic, he will formulate a treatment plan tailored specifically to you. The majority of the time, his treatment plans draw from all of our services to ensure that you get the results you desire in the most expeditious manner.
Schedule An Appointment
We accept appointment requests by phone, email or by using our appointment request form below