DRY NEEDLING THERAPY IN LANHAM, MD
Dry Needling by Effective Chiropractic
Chronic muscle pain can cause serious discomfort & other long-term issues. At Effective Chiropractic, we’re proud to add dry needling therapy to our pain-relieving options in Lanham, MD.
Dry needling therapy works by using filament needles to find and drop the “trigger points” that cause the pain. This form of therapy also works against decreased mobility and has outstanding results with minimal side effects. The needle helps us target tissues that would otherwise not be detectable. The final result? A speedy return to active rehabilitation.
Dry Needling 101
Though dry needling may sound a bit like acupuncture, the two practices are actually very different. While acupuncture follows traditional Chinese medicine to find balance and maintain the free flow of electricity within the body, dry needling is a Western medicine principle that treats myofascial pain by locating and eliminating trigger points. Dry needling targets “hard” or “knotted” muscles to release the knot and alleviate muscle pain and spasms. In acupuncture, the needles are left in for a longer amount of time; dry needling leaves the needles for a shorter period. Acupuncture is also used not only for relaxation but for a wide range of ailments, whereas dry needling focuses on relieving the pain in and caused by trigger points.
Does Dry Needling Hurt?
Due to the thinness of the needle, most people don’t even feel it penetrate the skin. In a sensitive or shortened muscle, you might feel a sensation like a muscle cramp, known as the “twitch response.” You will learn to recognize and possibly even welcome this sensation because it means the myofascial trigger point is deactivating, leading to reduced pain and restored muscle function
The Benefits of Dry Needling Treatment
At Effective Chiropractic, our main goal is to eliminate pain from your life, and dry needling treatment is a powerful technique to make that a reality. Research supports that dry needling improves pain control, reduces muscle tension, improves muscle function, and promotes a better range of motion. It can also help speed your recovery time by allowing you to return to active rehabilitation therapy sooner than expected.
While side effects vary among individuals, most patients experience only mild muscle soreness and skin bruising.
You don’t need to suffer from cramped muscles and fibromyalgia pain any longer; try effective dry needling in Lanham, MD. The friendly team at Effective Chiropractic is always happy to answer your questions and address your concerns. Give us a call today to find out more information and say goodbye to muscle pain with dry needling therapy combined with a custom treatment plan tailored to you!
Dry needling addresses a variety of musculoskeletal problems, including:
What Our Patients Are Saying
We always want to assure that our patients receive great care and have good experience when they come to see us. Below are comments that we have been honored to receive.
My experience at your office was amazing from the get go...the doctor very professional and everyone else thanks for…
My experience at your office was amazing from the get go...the doctor very professional and everyone else thanks for your support very sensible humans.
I love coming to the chiropractor. They are always friendly and have a warm and inviting spirit within the atmosphere.…
I love coming to the chiropractor. They are always friendly and have a warm and inviting spirit within the atmosphere. I feel at home no matter how long I'm gone and come back.
I didn't realize how much pain I was in. These sessions have changed my day to day life drastically. It is so much…
I didn't realize how much pain I was in. These sessions have changed my day to day life drastically. It is so much easier to move around now
Excellent customer service, best treatment center I've been to and guaranteed to be hVe you back to good health &…
Excellent customer service, best treatment center I've been to and guaranteed to be hVe you back to good health & wellness. I would highly recommend!
My pain is greatly reduced since going to Effective Chiropractic. I used to be in pain most of the day. Now I am pain…
My pain is greatly reduced since going to Effective Chiropractic. I used to be in pain most of the day. Now I am pain free most of the day. I have begun to wear heels for the first time in more than three years! Thanks to Effective Chiropractic I now have less pain than I hoped.
Very nice and relaxing the visit went very well everything was explained and shown to me in detail and the receptionist…
Very nice and relaxing the visit went very well everything was explained and shown to me in detail and the receptionist was very helpful I didn't have my glasses and she went over the paperwork in detail with me great place and I will be returning
The experience was excellent. I w ould definitely refer others for this service.
Highly recommended!!! Love it!
I took a chance and purchased a deal for the Lanham office that I saw on Instagram and I am so happy I did. I have had…
I took a chance and purchased a deal for the Lanham office that I saw on Instagram and I am so happy I did. I have had chronic pain most of my life and recently my back and shoulder pain have made everyday activities so difficult to the point where I found myself depressed. Fast forward 3 with weeks into treatment with Dr. Jacob and I am feeling so much better! My range of motion has improved dramatically and my pain is manageable without meds. The staff, Shanae especially, as well as the medical assistant whose name escapes me (charge it to my head, not my heart) is professional and extremely personable and Dr Jacob is a godsend...So knowledgeable and genuine. I would recommend this practice to everyone but I’m afraid if everyone knows about them, I won’t be able to get my preferred appointment times lol!
Sharnae I hope I spelled that right was amaZing right from HELLO ! Dr.Jacob answered all of our questions my husband…
Sharnae I hope I spelled that right was amaZing right from HELLO ! Dr.Jacob answered all of our questions my husband swears that alinement was much needed! We had a late evening appointment the office atmosphere was perfect. They have certainly gained a few customers from us.
Had a great visit today
I left out feeling like a 21 y/o.
The staff was really nice and professional. I wish I could go…
Had a great visit today
I left out feeling like a 21 y/o.
The staff was really nice and professional. I wish I could go here for all my Dr appointments.
can't wait for my next adjustment.
I have been going here for the last two months and my back aches have subsided and most importantly my migraines have…
I have been going here for the last two months and my back aches have subsided and most importantly my migraines have declined tremendously. The doctors explain things to you so that you fully understand your condition and what they can do. The staff is great and very friendly as well. I recommend this place to all.