Why Use Dry Needling?
Dry needling is a technique used to treat trigger point pain and myofascial pain. Other terms commonly used to describe dry needling, include Acupuncture, trigger point dry needling, and intramuscular manual therapy.
We are in the White Plains and have extensive training in both Dry Needling and Orthopedic Acupuncture. An initial consultation with Acupuncturist Taisha Gonzalez, L.Ac. is required to find out if you are a candidate for Dry Needling. If you are determined to be a candidate, we can perform your first procedure the same day.
What to expect with Dry NEEDLINg
Quick & Painless
Dry Needling is quick and painless. You are in and out of the office in 30 minutes.
Treatment Course
The number of procedures you will need will vary based on your specific condition, the amount of time you’ve had it, etc.
Accurate Evaluation
Once you are evaluated, the acupuncturist will analyze your presentation and give you an estimate of the number of treatments likely needed based on clinical evidence based data.
The Process
The dry needling process is repeated 2-4 time a week until maximum improvement is seen. Then a maintenance regimen is often prescribed to prevent recurrence. Maintenance may be as little as 1-2 times per month.
Absence of Symptoms
Dry Needling can and often results in a complete absence of symptoms, even in severe pain conditions that have been present for years.
Effective Results
Dry Needling Therapy is most effective when paired with Acupuncture Therapy simultaneously.
Dry needling helps with muscular pains. get back to enjoying life’s moments.
Conditions We Treat with DRY NEEDLING
Back PAIN
Degenerated / Dehydrated Discs
Stenosis
Facet Arthrosis
SI JOINT Syndrome
Sciatica
SHOULDER PAIn
Rotator Cuff
Labrum
Tennis / Golfers Elbow
& MORE
Hip and Gluteal Pain
Knee Pain
Achilles Tendonitis/Tendonosis
Plantar Fasciitis
Sciatica
Muscular Strains/Ligament Sprains
Chronic Pain
Whiplash
TMJ
Athletic Performance
HEADAcHES
migraine &
Tension TYPE
Common Questions About DRY NEEDLING
+ Am I a candidate for Dry Needling?
Patients suffering from any kind of pain, stiffness, soreness, limited ROM, tight muscles, or to prevent injury are considered as candidates for Dry Needling Therapy.
+ I've had surgery, can I still get Dry Needling therapy?
Yes! Dry Needling is used post operatively everyday across the world. It actually helps you to heal faster. Studies show acupuncture and dry needling can speed up healing by 5 times.
+ Is Dry Needling covered by insurance?
Insurance companies only like to cover treatments that don’t actually fix the problem, so dry needling or any other regenerative procedure is not covered by any insurance. The good news is, that you are the one in charge of what procedures you get, not an insurance company.
DRY NEEDLINg is just one of our offerings
Our acupuncturist, Taisha Gonzalez, will meet with you and evaluate your specific needs to determine if you are a candidate for our services. Then, if you are a good candidate for our clinic, she will formulate a treatment plan tailored specifically to your needs. The majority of the time, her treatment plans draw from all of our services to give you the best comprehensive care, so you can get the results you desire in the most expeditious method.