Dry Needling
Precise trigger-point therapy to relieve muscular tension, reduce pain, and accelerate recovery from injury.
Our Approach
Release the Trigger Point, Restore the Movement
Dry needling targets tight muscle bands and trigger points directly, helping release tension that's often driving pain elsewhere in the body, a common finding during our 3D movement assessments.
It's typically used alongside chiropractic adjustments and myofascial release as part of one coordinated recovery plan, not a standalone fix.
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What to Expect
A Quick, Targeted Session
1. Find the Trigger Point
Dr. Lovelace palpates the muscle to locate the exact tight band or knot driving your symptoms.
2. Insert the Needle
A thin, sterile filament needle is inserted directly into the trigger point to release it.
3. Feel the Release
Most patients feel an immediate reduction in muscle tightness, sometimes with a brief twitch response as the muscle releases.
A Common Question
Dry Needling vs. Acupuncture
Both use thin, solid filament needles, but the approach and goal are different.
| Acupuncture | Dry Needling |
|---|---|
| Rooted in traditional Chinese medicine | Rooted in Western movement science |
| Targets energy pathways (meridians) | Targets specific muscular trigger points |
| General wellness and balance | Directly addresses the muscle driving your pain |
Dr. Lovelace uses dry needling specifically to address the muscular and movement-based causes of your pain, often guided by findings from your 3D movement assessment.
Often Paired With
Chiropractic Care
Adjustments plus needling to address both joint and muscle restrictions.
Learn More3D Movement Assessment
Pinpoints exactly which muscles are compensating and need attention.
Learn MoreFrequently Asked Questions
What Patients Ask Before Their First Session
Most patients feel a brief pinch or muscle twitch as the needle finds the trigger point, followed by a feeling of release. Any soreness afterward is similar to a deep tissue massage and typically resolves within a day or two.
No. Both use thin needles, but dry needling targets muscular trigger points using Western movement science, while acupuncture is rooted in traditional Chinese medicine and targets energy pathways.
Most patients notice improvement within a few sessions, but the right number depends on how long you've had the issue and whether it's part of a larger treatment plan with chiropractic care or myofascial release.