Dry Needling in Mackay
Many people assume acupuncture and dry needling are the same thing. They do share one detail, very fine needles, but the “why” and the “how” are very different. Acupuncture is based on traditional Chinese medicine, using points along energy pathways to influence whole-body balance.
Dry needling is a hands-on technique our chiropractor may use after an assessment to target tight muscle bands and trigger points to help influence muscle tone and movement patterns. You might also hear it called intramuscular stimulation (IMS). In plain terms, it’s a way of working with stubborn, overworked muscles that won’t settle with stretching alone. Your chiropractor will talk you through what applies to your situation.
How It Works, Step by Step
If this modality is a good fit for you, we’ll explain what’s involved and confirm you’re comfortable proceeding. The needle is placed into specific muscle points; sometimes you’ll feel a brief pinch, a dull ache, or a quick twitch (strange, but common), then a sense of easing in the area for some people. Sessions usually last 15-30 minutes, depending on the number of areas being addressed.
Fitting into Your Care Plan
Your targeted plan may pair this therapy with chiropractic care to help address joint stiffness and movement restriction and reduce muscular guarding, or combine with massage therapy, sports chiropractic, or injury rehabilitation to encourage improved movement awareness. Think of it like resetting a tight muscle, then teaching your body what to do next, with the aim of reducing repeated flare-ups after a big week at work, the gym, or running around with the kids in Mackay.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Book Dry Needling In Mackay
If tight muscles keep flaring up, or you’re feeling “locked up” and over it, dry needling at Move It Chiropractic could be worth discussing at your next visit. Call the clinic or book online today.
