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A member asked:
Does dry needling actually work for trigger points and tight muscles? if so how many sessions needid?
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No: No it does not. Save yourself money and pain.
Answered 9/29/2013
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It can work: Sometimes one is sufficient. If it is helpful but not completely gone you can consider repeating. I have never personally exceeded two treatments.
Answered 10/29/2013
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Dry needling is one : Of many acupuncture techniques that can be used to break down ashi (trigger) points. It helps to reduce inflammation ; to improve circulation. I tend to use a mix of techniques. I take care of some badly injured combat veterans who have poly trauma. Acute injuries may only need one or two treatments. Chronic problems may require 12 or more sessions with follow on maintenance.
Answered 10/29/2013
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