Dry Needling/IMS

What is Dry Needling?

Dry Needling/Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) is a technique used to treat pain and muscle tension release. A sterile fine needle is inserted into a muscle targeting the trigger points (muscle knots) to stimulate nerve fibers in order to promote healing.

Benefits of Dry Needling/IMS:

• Reduce muscle tightness

• Improve range of motion

• Reduce pain

• Increase blood flow

• Potentially release pain-relieving hormones

Dry Needling/IMS VS Acupuncture?

• Acupuncture focuses on meridian energy to have effects on the muscles and organs throughout the body

• Dry Needling/IMS focuses on specific muscles and their trigger points

Potential side effects:

• Stiffness

• Soreness

• Bruising at or near insertion site

• Fainting

• Fatigue