Dry needling is widely used by chartered physiotherapists in addressing acute or chronic pain, but what is it? Dry needling involves the use of solid filiform needles is the treatment of muscle pain. A solid needle in inserted through the skin into the muscle and directed at a mysofascial trigger point. Mysofascial trigger points can be a result of occupational, sports or recreational activities, where overuse of the muscle  occurs and the capacity of the muscle to cope is challenged. Trigger points are associated with a very tender spot in a tight muscle. There can be a series of contraction knots which can perpetuate the cycle of pain.  It is … Continue reading How Dry Needling Relieves Pain and Discomfort