There are a wide variety of possible treatments for sore muscles, especially as people become more likely to turn to alternative medicine. One such option is Dry Needling in Moorhead. It’s called dry needling because the needles are inserted into trigger points in the body in a similar way to acupuncture and not as a way to deliver a medication. It’s different from acupuncture in that the needles are inserted into tight bands of muscle, called trigger points, in an effort to loosen up these muscles rather than into acupuncture points meant to change the flow of energy in the body.
Potential Pros
This is a pretty quick treatment, with the needles being inserted and left in place for about 15 minutes, so it’s easy to fit into even a relatively busy schedule. There isn’t any downtime after treatments, although some people need three to five treatments to get the best results. The earlier you go for treatment after the injury or the start of the pain, the more likely the issue will be resolved with fewer treatments.
The insertion of the needles forces the muscles to contract or twitch and then relax, helping to minimize muscle pain from tight muscles. It can also help limit inflammation. Because of this, Dry Needling in Moorhead is often effective for minimizing muscle pain and increasing range of motion and flexibility, although it doesn’t necessarily work for everyone. There are relatively few risks to the procedure, so it may be worth a try for those who haven’t found relief with other muscle pain treatments.
Potential Considerations
Some people find that the treatment is uncomfortable, and although this discomfort usually lasts for just a couple minutes, it can stick around for up to a couple days. Because it’s an alternative treatment, it might not be covered by insurance. This treatment isn’t available in all states, with about 17 states still abstaining from allowing it as part of a physical therapy practice, although preliminary studies show it may be just as effective as manual therapy for treating chronic neck pain.
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