Dry needling is a treatment that healthcare providers use for pain and movement issues associated with myofascial trigger points. With this technique, a provider inserts thin needles into or near your trigger points. The needles stimulate your muscles, which causes them to contract or twitch. This helps relieve pain and improve your range of motion.
This form of acupuncture is solely for the treatment of musculoskeletal pain, and is delivered as part of a rehabilitation plan alongside physiotherapy, osteopathy and chiropractic. It uses a western medical approach to needling, which often comes with exercise provision.